how to sing and strum a ukulele AT THE SAME TIME

[@ksiezniczkaciemnosci2846]

me: hmm elise should do a tutorial for- elise: *posts* me: HOW CAN YOU READ MY MIND

[@lalehsahraei5810]

sheila joseph I know right?! I was waiting for this

[@siddahayes2424]

This is literally me!!!

[@lisafortis]

no właśnie

[@jesuslovesyou2616]

Jesus died for your sinssss

[@adrianoines521]

The fact that you used comic sans just makes the video ten times better

[@EliseEcklund]

:)

[@xinnixity.j]

:)

[@Artisaart]

:)

[@bm_peep48]

:)

[@diya.surana]

:)

[@Rosa-ds1jf]

What also maybe could help is first singing along in your head while strumming, and mouthing the words along, so you don't get thrown of guard by your own voice, but you can also kinda practice that way. And then if you can sing it along in your head you can actually start to sing along.

[@AngelicWitch444]

Rosa omg! That actually worked! 😱😱

[@davidputnam4534]

Great ideas!

[@ihatemattmurdock]

Rosa i cant even do that

[@conniec3486]

Good idea lemme try that! I can't sing and play at the same time when I Chuck I just mess up my strumming

[@claudiabarrera9476]

Rosa how do you know

[@bluemelxdy6610]

Me: *can sing & strum at the same time* Elise: *uploads vid* Me: *M U S T W AT C H*

[@wesleysmith6550]

HeyItsKity sameeee

[@beingsherlocked5578]

Same 😂

[@kaylajames5727]

Same

[@patrickk2710]

Same

[@semiautmatictrapdr7965]

Hhhh I watched it for the opposite reason. :/

[@no_one_lol]

before the cool **inserts pic of josh dun** run out

[@dixonnn404]

lanaisalonelyfren I

[@UrMom-rs1jw]

That was my favorite part ahha

[@jesuslovesyou2616]

Jesus died for your sinssss

[@kristalyze666]

@@jesuslovesyou2616 no

[@Abracadabra845]

​@@jesuslovesyou2616 That's so random, but ok?

[@gregfogarty7461]

Thank you SOOOO much for your tutorials. Your rhythm for Somewhere over the Rainbow is pitch perfect. If you’re every inspired I’d love if you could do an easy tutorial for I’ll Fly Away with C, G and F

[@EliseEcklund]

Thank you so much Greg! I’m glad the tutorials help! I’ll have to look into I’ll fly away! Good suggestion:)

[@meganincorvaia5950]

I first practiced the DDU UDU strumming pattern so much that i can't mess up when i sing and play

[@absoluteemly]

Megan Incorvaia I did too, for like a whole week 😂

[@anonomousdoughnut3169]

Same but then I get messed up if the strumming pattern is anything else

[@lottevanderbas9356]

AnonomousDoughnut same tough, it's just too hard! :( practice practice practice...

[@sariho4955]

Did that too...

[@veronicapiper4507]

i did that but now i can’t get any other strumming pattern down haha glad im not alone

[@briannabear1459]

Lol I Loved How You Edited The Lyrics😂

[@EliseEcklund]

Thank you!!:)

[@valentinat8464]

i almost died when i saw josh 😂😂😂

[@mr.longlungsjoseph2815]

valentina t omg 😂 same

[@cleo_con]

valentina t I screamed

[@3536sbir]

Omg😎

[@mansuraakhter2098]

You're the only youtuber from whom I've learnt playing ukulele.Thanks a lot for your videos.plz!!!! Do a tutorial of wolves by Marshmello and Selena gomez.

[@EliseEcklund]

You're welcome! And thanks for the suggestion! I will look into it!:)

[@jesuslovesyou2616]

Jesus died for your sinssss

[@deniz1452]

@@jesuslovesyou2616 wut-

[@lemon-scented3168]

you know you've found an incredibly nice youtuber when almost all of the comments are hearted ^-^ and thanks so much for this video, today I was trying to figure out how to sing and strum at the same time... and then you uploaded lmao

[@realmessem]

step 1: know how to sing Me: That's a problem

[@harvyleo]

Ikr

[@kittipratt4000]

hahahahaha

[@lostinthisworld2751]

Could u tell me how to song🐸?

[@jennawinge6950]

thru da craks

[@yoouamourarts]

Jenna Winge makes it way more better 😂

[@cheyanne6132]

I love how Elise goes back and hearts our comments❤️

[@coffeecoffee4810]

I like the word you said “PRACTICE” . That’s really true . 😺

[@chinmayee4133]

finally, now i can actually be good at the ukulele

[@reggardner7548]

I’ve been playing ukulele for one week now Bear in mind I have never played a musical instrument in my life I’ve just watch this video clip and nailed all the chords whistling the Tune I’m well delighted thank you

[@taylormurphy1537]

Day 3 of learning to play ukulele! This was really helpful and helped me realize that it’s going to take time to sing and strum at the same time, and to not be so hard on myself 😊

[@imaneo584]

i just want you to know that i know how to do this but you’re my favorite uke youtuber of all time and you help me sooo much! i’m basically pretty advanced in the uke bc of you, but you should make more videos like this but for guitar!!❤️🙂

[@EliseEcklund]

That's awesome! And thank you so much!!!:)

[@jesuslovesyou2616]

Jesus died for your sinssss

[@GrantVanderKlipp]

THE JOSH DUN PICTURE hahahahhaha hahahah

[@nataliek236]

I originally chose this song to start learning for a talent show (this weekend) and I was practicing today, and I was still using only down strums, but then I seen this video. Thank you! For all of your videos! After watching this, I'm getting it down so much quicker

[@EliseEcklund]

I'm so happy to hear that! You're welcome!:)

[@ekaterina1852]

With love from Russia Your tutorials are the best, thank you very much

[@EliseEcklund]

You're welcome! I'm glad they help!:)

[@sulukosbayeva6040]

ХЭЛЛОУ ИЗ КАЗАХСТАНА))0)

[@tannfiercethedisneyfan]

I'm Russian too)) you're my fav KZbinr 😍

[@MiniMidget553]

for the longst time i genuinely thought she doesn't smile but now I feel satisfied

[@manirana32]

Love your videos! Just started learning to play the ukulele and your videos are really helpful! Lots of love from Germany! ❤️❤️

[@EliseEcklund]

Thank you so much

[@itz_madison5594]

Reads title Me: I NEED THIS Edit: omg the Josh Dun in the lyrics 😂

[@katelyn5840]

This is what l struggle with the most, and this was really helpful!

[@EliseEcklund]

I'm so happy to hear that this was helpful!:)

[@taylorkaffenberger7360]

1:48 I like how she used Josh dun instead of done

[@EliseEcklund]

;)

[@anna5257]

That was exactly what I needed :))

[@benthomson1491]

This video helped a lot, especially with the words that you start your next chord on. This deserves a phat like

[@faculorca]

Omg i needed this so much

[@anna5257]

Facundo Lorca Sameeeee

[@enorartist]

i find you way more clear than french teacher ! it's a little hard to learn english songs being french but thanks to you i'm capable of playing uke more or less comfortably !!!! love u :)

[@vivianm6276]

this was by far the most helpful tutorial ive seen on singing and strumming, thank u :3)

[@EliseEcklund]

You're welcome!!:) I'm so happy to hear that!

[@ArchieBC]

This really is a great lesson. And your personality & voice are so non-threatening that it takes away any fear of trying your suggestions.

[@alexnndder]

Thank you! You and the Ukulele Teacher are a life saver🙌

[@EliseEcklund]

You're welcome!!:)

[@a.bilazzo51]

Elise Ecklund ur my fav music teacher u are the only one I learn from on uke

[@SH1974]

When I started Ukulele about a Year ago, humming the sung melody (instead of singing) helped me a lot keeping the focus on the Uke - then singing just the chorus - then sing and play together.

[@jujupaige5340]

I got my first ukulele today and i still don't know how to do the cords, I'm kinda a difficult person to teach so this didn't help that much but it would probally when i learn the cords ty elise

[@sock9766]

Juju Paige I know I’m late but my tip would be take your time, it’s all about practice

[@anuradhamandal8777]

How are u doing now ?

[@averie-w.]

Chords* sry that was just bothersome lol 😆

[@RachelRose2]

I struggled with this when I first started (about a year ago) and learned by taking it slow, and I would start with humming while I played and sang the words later on!

[@kit2906]

I love your editing style so much lmao

[@EliseEcklund]

Thank you!!:)

[@hackerman108]

I was struggling with singing riptide and youtube recommended this! You're my ukulele teacher since day-1

[@grace-hf8ux]

HAHHAA I DIED READING THE LYRICS 😂😂😂😂😂

[@jenna7529]

Thanks that helped me out. I'm struggling with combining the strumming pattern and chords. But now I know better what to do and that I must slow down before adding the lyrics. I'm just a beginner and your tips have been really helpful❤

[@akshatasheth651]

I NEEDED THIS SO BAD. You're always the life saver Elise!

[@nandaramos1442]

Girl thank you so much!!! I just got my own uk some weeks ago and as a beginner, I'm looking for a good reference and professors in KZbin. You are definetly one of them! Thank lots

[@EliseEcklund]

You're welcome! I'm so happy to hear my tutorials help!:)

[@alliament7705]

THIS IS EXACTLY WHAT I NEEDED, YOU WIZARD

[@robertbeury1176]

Yes, thank you for the single strum advice. I found myself doing this in parts when I first tried to sing while playing.i will do it all the way now. Can’t wait to try it.

[@jpeelz]

I’m fine with single down strums but actual strumming patterns are questionable.

[@sheilaspeake7013]

Bruh ur literally subscribed to the same people I am!!!

[@toniadeyinka280]

🥲same bro same

[@omegaiteration]

I've sung "I'm a Believer" since watching re-runs of The Monkees in the 80's as a kid, and forget the words while strumming. Thank you for the tips!!!

[@holymortuary]

i screamed when i saw the "before the cool *josh dun* run out" oh my god

[@EliseEcklund]

:)

[@amandastephens9767]

My favorite strumming pattern is probably DDUDU I’ve been playing ukulele for 9 months now and I already know barre chords :) Elise you taught me a lot of tips and things which I love and I’m also self-taught, and now I’m learning guitar! (Also gonna teach myself guitar!) I love your videos so much, they really help me! :)

[@ournzway1434]

Me: ok what’s an easy song to learn My thoughts: I’m yours Me: let’s learn that My brain: learns it Me: ughhhh I cant sing and strum at the same time My thoughts: let’s see if Elise has a video about that Me: YESSSSS Me: watches video Elise: I’m going to use I’m yours as an example Me: OMG EVEN BETTER Thanks for the great vid 😊🦋

[@hajni4699]

Literally the same thing happened to me

[@lettuce8635]

When I watched this about 3 weeks ago, I couldn’t strums and sings together. I followed your technique and kept practising with different songs for 3 weeks and now I can do it😃. It takes a while to practise, but eventually you will get it.

[@carysjones5159]

You've inspired me to play ukulele! Your videos are so amazing and helpful!👌🏻👌🏻😁💙

[@EliseEcklund]

I'm so happy to hear that! And thanks:)

[@morganmay9238]

I bought a ukulele today bc I found this channel. Tysm I love my uke so much and I never would have gotten it if it weren’t for this channel. I used to play the guitar so I’m kinda catching on quickly. Ur videos help me so much. 💓✨👑

[@juliabraasch1710]

wait what the hell i was literally searching for a video like this yesterday

[@whatamidoinghere._.4407]

I never knew it was a struggle until I heard others complain and I was like... I WAS BLESSED (Ofc you know extra me never wanted to start with single downstrums. Went straight to complex singing and strumming) Like..how....how was I this blessed

[@naderfilms3860]

Haha I was just searching for this and you uploaded AMAZİNG 😂😂😂

[@edgyedgelord477]

I loved that with my ukulele I could practice singing. For a long time I practiced only the down strums and it really gave to time to learn chords, learn how to get comfortable with playing an instrument, practice timing and practice my singing as well. Because the down strums where easy I could choose songs that where a bit harder and I could also experiment with choosing my own tempo and singing variations. To everyone that wants to play an instrument but is scared to. Buy a ukulele and just do the downstrums until you're comfortable doing more. It still sounds great and you can really practice how comfortable you are with an instrument.

[@atuk6733]

Your videos are super helpful!! Thank you💖💖

[@EliseEcklund]

You're welcome!!:)

[@marinainthewild1214]

I started to watch your channel even though I hadn’t got an ukulele! And now I’m sitting with my own baby uke)) Thanks for all these help which you’re giving us ! :)

[@EliseEcklund]

You're welcome!! I'm glad they help!!:)

[@hueningzzz]

Me: *can’t even strum or play anything* Elise: *posts video* Me: ELISE POSTS, I MUST WATCH

[@caraa177]

This video was actually super helpful! I have been practicing strumming for like an hour now.

[@ちゃん-f9o]

It heeeelps!!! thanks, Elise a lot💕 love from Russia)

[@EliseEcklund]

You're welcome!:)

[@theone-ro6rz]

I don't even have a uke yet but you're my favourite channel and you betcha I'll be here non stop learning songs from you Absolutely incredible Elise 😍🙌

[@francesann72]

I can strum and sing at the same time, but when I add strumming patterns in, that's when I have problems. Hopefully this vid helps!!

[@ryliebauer4497]

the other day i was like "ughh i wanna learn how to sing and strum but i dont like how these other youtubers explain it..when is elise gonna put out a video on it" AND LITERALLY YOU DID thank you so much i needed this😂

[@anikaganesh8360]

I love you so much Elise!!!! Can you do a Red tutorial on uke by Taylor Swift?!?

[@Quinoahsarche]

you are so amazing - just got an ukulele and its really fun to practice with the help of your videos! all the best

[@okh6157]

I wanna get a ukulele so bad lol especially now bc of quarantine 😕

[@Quinoahsarche]

Lena Randjelovic , you should! They are so cheap and really easy to play - just get one from amazon (or better support your local shops ;) )

[@lilianasaucedx]

When is the tweet song coming?! I wanna listen to see how it turned out!

[@EliseEcklund]

Next Saturday:)

[@laramonsterr]

True! Practice and feeling are everything. I started learning ukulele in 2015 and I admit that I had a hard time trying to strum and sing at the same time. I'm Yours by Jason Mraz was also the first song that I learned and I also started just by playing single down strum at first then by twos and so on and so forth. :) This is such a great video especially for those who are still beginners out there. Welcome to the ukulele club, guys! :)

[@duckrock55]

My problem is that I really want to sing and strum one way (DD UDU DD) but I keep switching to a different pattern! (D DU UDU)

[@mimzy4515]

Me too

[@ButterflyDrache]

You´re just so nice. The world needs more people like you.

[@ambermedved3688]

I was just playing and thinking about this lol thank you!

[@EliseEcklund]

You're welcome!!:)

[@kittipratt4000]

You're kind of amazing. I've been struggling with very basic things while at the same time mastering more complicated ones. I've watched tutorials and talked to different people who are already accomplished musicians, yet no one could explain strumming or chucking to me in a way I understood, until you. I'm so happy I found you! Now if you'll excuse me, I have to watch all of your videos. Thank you!

[@EliseEcklund]

I'm so happy to hear that!! Keep up the practice!!

[@semiautomatic6334]

Great video 😍i just bought an ukulele last month

[@EliseEcklund]

Thank you! And that's awesome!!

[@elianadavis2732]

You are the best , very young and so kind explaining and giving us your experience as a Ukulele player 🥰

[@jesters.workshop]

Elise could you do a cover of one of Abbey Glover’s song? Her songs are incredible and I would love to hear a cover and maybe even a tutorial from you!! 💕💕 thanks for the tips loved the video

[@EliseEcklund]

I will try to! Thanks for the suggestion!:)

[@theerinmiranda]

i love how your singing just gets like slightly better through the video as your voice warms up more lol (still sounds like a beautiful angel tho)

[@claudiareyner3371]

Joooshhh❤️ i'm crying😂😂

[@inerks4162]

i love how you are so willing to share your techniques. you have given such wonderful tips. i hope time will come that i will be able to play the ukulele as comfortable as you are playing it. all the best to your channel.

[@gisstupid2635]

1:49 I DIED HAHAHAHAH

[@ronnipaints6128]

This is the way I've been doing this sense I started 4 weeks ago. I've learned about 12 cords so I can play plenty of songs. I haven't been able to do a pattern. This is wonderful advice. I'm actually practicing 3 to 5 hours a day. I'm hoping to get this strumming down soon.

[@user-iz3px8me4i]

The struggle is real

[@anitathompson6571]

Oh geez, this is so critical. You’re so right on knowing the lyrics first. Thank you! It’s so cool when it all comes together! Nothing like it!

[@erikaunknown3479]

this is very helpful. omg Josh dun was there.😂😂😂💀

[@daltonadams7555]

You are the best teacher ever and gave us a smile

[@EliseEcklund]

Thank you so much!!:)

[@ksiezniczkaciemnosci2846]

you're the best

[@EliseEcklund]

nah, ur the best

[@ksiezniczkaciemnosci2846]

aaw i'm so happy now

[@6vibrations748]

Extremely easy to follow thanks to your supreme talent, clear directions and kind eyes. You are greatly accelerating my uke journey. Appreciate it.

[@cherfancherfan6682]

thx for this tips I will follow them carefully love you Elise💗

[@EliseEcklund]

You're welcome!! Love you

[@paleyrodney6396]

I’ve actually been meaning to ask you this! I had to keep practicing a lot to teach myself how to play and sing at the same time. I love you and all your covers and tutorials! You’ve taught me so much!!❤️

[@EliseEcklund]

Thank you so much! I'm glad the tutorials help!:)

[@ximenarivas3554]

you should do a q&a :)

[@EliseEcklund]

hopefully soon!:)

[@SusiOfficial]

You are the best ukulele tutor on KZbin 😊 so thankful to have you!

[@EliseEcklund]

Thank you!! You're so sweet!:)

[@camzilla_does_music834]

*You know da wae*

[@amandalee363]

omgeee, just when im struggling in singing you belong with me with that 4 chords... Thank uuuuuuu, I knew it that I must practice single strum first... i loveeee yaaahhhhb

[@iluvnoodles8736]

OMG I DIDNT EVEN ASK BUT IT HAPPENED OMG ELISE HHH

[@EliseEcklund]

[@ItsSha25]

Hello, I know maybe it's out of context but i really love the way you talk. Your pronouncation is very clear to me, as I'm an english learner. Thank you for your tutorials💜

[@myfantasyworld2324]

Do you still make guitar tutorials? If yes, could you do a tutorial for a song from Mania?

[@mimibroad4050]

Mania is such a good album

[@raywood8187]

Thank you Elise, it's been a while since I picked up a guitar I used to play a little. I enjoyed strumming along and I do want to start playing again. I never had any lessons so your videos are helpful with good advice. I have never played a uke, but I have played a mandolin, another small 4 paired string instrument so I might pick that up again too.

[@МихаилПетров-н7д]

Josh Dun on 1:48

[@franneh]

You're an excellent teacher and i've improved sooo much from watching your videos! Especially starting with single strums... THANK YOU! xox

[@craigleeper4164]

Can you try and do i don't love you by my chemical romance please

[@EliseEcklund]

I will look into it! Thanks for the suggestion!:)

[@Itsvictoriasandovalmanagement]

You should teach I don’t love you by my chem in electric guitar!

[@TheSimplebeans]

After watching so many videos on this and it never clicked till I watched your video! Thanks!