Lion Sleeps Tonight // Ukulele Chucking Strum Tutorial

[@Sertao2013]

Did you know "Wimoweh" is a mishearing of the original song's chorus of "Uyimbube"… Zulu for, 'You are a lion'. The song we know as "The Lion Sleeps Tonight" or as "Wimoweh" was written in the 1920s by Solomon Linda a South African singer of Zulu origin. The name of the song was "Mbube" which is Zulu for "lion"

[@saikalyanakunuri837]

That is such a beautiful revelation,thank you for sharing

[@jacquicosgrove6288]

Wow, that's fascinating to know. Would you pronounce it "Oo-yim-boo-beh?

[@jacknewby3892]

I just checked Google translate and the work you said translated into "he is a worm" lol. Idk why and you're probably right but I think it's funny.

[@woollyfingers]

Thanks for the information!

[@sarasmothers1]

Very Interesting & Important History!❤ Enjoyed U3 at Yerba Buena yesterday.😊💜

[@carenspahr492]

Thank you! I bought a ukulele from my local music store to have something new to learn during this COVID 19 lock down, and the lady who sold me the uke told me to check out your tutorials. This is such a fun instrument, your tutorials are very helpful and make learning even more fun!!

[@susanneborg3502]

caren spahr Hi Caren I am doing the same and really enjoying these videos

[@michaelafetwi1756]

Me too :-)

[@suzetteroberts9072]

wow! a music store that was open? I had to order on Amazon and take my chances with how it will sound live.

[@Margot1704]

Me too From Italy ❤️

[@pollytyro]

When you ask “okay?” I always respond “Yeah”. Best teacher eveeeeer. Love your tutorials. Many thanks.

[@zanderhaken]

I just started playing the ukulele and you can't imagine how much your videos are helping me. You are by FAR the best teacher on youtube. Thank you for that

[@indyschlumpf728]

Got a ukelele two weeks ago after hand surgery. Thought it encourage me to do my finger exercises. Who knew that Miss Lin would also lighten my mood during this sad time? You have so much positive energy. Thank you!❤️🌺🎶

[@ระรินทิพย์สุทธินรเศรษฐ์]

At the age of 72 your uku lesson makes the lockdown more enjoyable.Thanks a lot.

[@phyllismorris94]

I am your age (70) & learning the Uke I have never played a string instrument. I hope I can do it at my age.

[@AditiPatel79]

Not only do you help me learn the ukulele, but your calm voice and mannerisms help me when I get anxious. Thank You so much!

[@presidentelect7096]

Cynthia is totally soothing and uplifting.

[@boops8067]

Hi Cynthia! I'm a third grade teacher who loves to bring music (and the ukulele!) to my kiddos. I help teach an ukulele club and we play and sing together all the time. Thank you so so much for making this resource available to me and my kiddos

[@cynthialinmusic]

thanks for your service as a teacher!! 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 please tell the kiddos i say Aloha! 🦁🌈🌺

[@Paulwilkinsondjifun]

Only just got a ukulele for Christmas from my wife loving it so far

[@JosephVitugJV]

When you are gifted and do not keep it for yourself you become a blessing to others. God bless!

[@michelemock810]

Cynthia Lin there is no ukulele teacher better than you! Been following you for years. NO ONE BETTER! Love love your demeanor, attitude, talent and expertise. You make it so much fun to play the ukulele and sing. Bravo.

[@CabaretClown]

Best teacher ever, it's always been so hard for me to learn music but​ with the ukulele and your lessons I feel much more myself

[@patgordon113]

You are SUCH a good teacher, Cynthia, with the sweetest voice, too.

[@CreativeMuse08]

Totally agree w you!!

[@danielokoro]

Thanks!

[@missdi1594]

My life has gotten sooo much better learning to play my Uke. I could not have done this without you and following your tutorials. This is just the very thing to do during this lock down. People are so missing out on all the fun. Following your instructions there is no reason for anyone to be able to learn to play. I come from a musical family although I got left out in that field. I can't thank you enough for helping me to actually play an instrument and feel that I am worthy of owing my little friend. Just so good!!

[@GodsOath_com]

I got my Uke during Lockdown and it’s become something that takes my mind off the world for a little Joy. Thank you.

[@raygengrey1510]

Tuxedo Cat me too!

[@maryfrakes]

Me three! :)

[@slee1760]

Samesie!

[@da1andonly194]

Me 5!

[@LouiseTheFox]

Same (and same nod to the Tux Cat)

[@Dragasi]

Grazie.

[@GaiaHolistic]

Thank you Cynthia! I found your teaching truly inspirational. The best music teaching I ever found on youtube. You not only teach all the techniques with clear, detailed explanation, but also communicate your passion and connection with music to us. I can totally feel and share your love of music. Thank you!!!

[@KellyDeaconKDzJOY]

I found my grandmother's ukulele. It is a CF Martin and I believe based on its brass frets, original bridge, and other features, it's likely dated late 1930's. It is in very nice condition, just had strings put on. As a surprise to my 79 yr. old father, I am learning to play it for a campfire sing a long this Thanksgiving : ) down in Tennessee. I was only a toddler when I remember grandma playing this ukulele. Fast forward 50 yrs (I'm middle aged now) and here I am playing a 75 yr old ukulele with my grandma's name on it! Your tutorials are very good for us beginners. I'm enjoying your lessons very much. Thank you.

[@suzannewilliams8599]

Kelly Deacon byes

[@kayestes7812]

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[@organicgardenmamavictoriab2768]

Wow so cool

[@richardturpin61]

08:45 the Chuck learning 10:05 chucking practice 11:10 chucking last practice 11:55 the knock 13:00 Knock practice 00:40 Ready and fake it until you make it 🤪

[@SarahButNot]

Thank you!

[@cynthialinmusic]

thanks for this breakdown, Richard!

[@richardturpin61]

@@cynthialinmusic so nice of you to go back to your old video to see what new students are up to. But then I was wondering why comment on my break down with an explanation point .. and then I just noticed today you had a breakdown in the description.. oops .. love your cute sarcasm!

[@willisgillismusic]

Thanks Cynthia. Great lesson ! I use it often to teach my kids!

[@ИринаФедоровская-и9в]

Cynthia, you are the best teacher in the world!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@SarahButNot]

This song was the very first song I learned from the Ukulele and I don't regret learning it from you! Thank you so much for teaching us this wonderful song! The only problem is that at the ending, I always run out of track and just end up strumming up, down, up, down! Thank you for teaching us! (I got my very first ukulele during lockdown and it really helps me when I'm having trouble!)

[@dianestrauss8621]

Just bought my first ukelele last week. A bit advanced for where I'm at but I don't care. Just trying to play along brought a level of joy I haven't experienced since the start of the pandemic.

[@shrutibakshi2857]

We are in second wave of corona here in India.... I have ordered my ukelele now, I need something to take my anxiety away. This is the song that comes to mind!❤️

[@mendyka]

Very, very in-depth into not only playing the song (Lion Sleeps Tonight); but lots of interesting variations of the song. I'm an accomplished Uke player, but the kind, fun approach of the videos is refreshing! Awesome method of learning.

[@charleshewitson4452]

You are an amazing teacher. Thank you! It is wonderful to learn to play/practice and enjoy/learn a song at the same time. I know lots of cords but the strumming is what I needed. Thank you

[@fleamcbaggins3087]

Playing a musical instrument is on my bucket list. U aint never heard a sad uke so I picked one up. Ty fer helping an old man chase a dream ❤

[@Marnie67854]

Thank you for this play along I am loving it ☺️ The knocking, chucking and muting instruction is terrific!

[@nancylloyd197]

Cynthia-Thank you! You are spreading a lot of happiness. I am soo happy to be playing my uke. I have wanted to have my own uke since i was about 4 years old! Never give up on a dream. Your teaching is amazing!!!

[@bettibrockman5631]

Just received my new ukulele as a gift from my son and his visit to Hawaii. Saw this and WOW, you are amazing!! I love the various nuances that you have done with this song, The Lion Sleeps Tonight. Can't wait to master this and bring this out to show my friends my new gem. Thank you so much for your teachings. Very, very helpful and so much fun!!!!

[@_pispis_]

Assalamu'alaikum I'm from Indonesia Saya sangat suka anda. Dan saya sangat suka sekali anda memainkan ukulele itu apalagi, lagu lion sleeps tonight.

[@Francisco_Costa_Artes]

Your voice and the way you teaches are amazing. Congratulations.

[@cameronstewart1483]

Very nicely done, I love this song. Thanks so much Cynthia

[@chuvalerie4824]

I love your step by step instructions which are clear and easy for non native speakers to catch up with.

[@organicgardenmamavictoriab2768]

I love you and Bernadette . This is so much fun. It's like a dream come true to learn how to play music.

[@hansyfly]

THANK YOU for these videos. I've never had a music teacher explain everything so clearly and more importantly explain WHY you do certain things... as well as going at a true learners pace.

[@konstanzeeppensteiner9158]

I´ve tried some other tutorials, but you are the one for me. Thank you for your gentle, friendly professional way of teaching, love from Austria, Europe !!

[@lucetjohanne8317]

67 years old, am I too old to learn a musical instrument? Anyway, I bought myself a Ukulele and I would like to learn "The Lion Sleeps Tonight" to play it to my little children on Christmas. At least, I will try... 😉 Thank you very much Cynthia for all these online lessons! You are a very good teacher. 👍 Greetings from Québec City, Canada! Luc

[@lucetjohanne8317]

Oops, English is not my first language, so I think I didn't express myself well. In relation to "little children", I should have written "grandchildren"...

[@TybeeDi]

Love this tutorial. Just the right teaching method with added pizazz to make it fun.

[@jillhumphrys8073]

Cynthia, this video is 4 yrs old so idk if you'll get this comment. But I only discovered you right before Christmas2021. I bought a guitarelele bc I used to strum a guitar. I started using the bottom 4 strings to play some simple uke music and I was hooked! Lol so I went to visit my daughter last week to snuggle my new granddaughter and bought a uke at a local guitar store there. I downloaded some of your collections and am practicing like a crazy person. Living the Uke life!! Thank you!!

[@akikofujishima3829]

You are a great and patient teacher. You make learning the ukulele fun!

[@matejaplesa5278]

Aloha,Cynthia,pozdrav from Croatia. I enjoy in tutorials,you are the best! Thank you❤

[@cynthialinmusic]

thanks for sharing your language :) pozdrav!

[@carolet7234]

I’d just finished a beginners course when lockdown started in the uk. I came across Cynthia by chance, and I’m really enjoying the lessons

[@raymondhmchew]

Cynthia, you are the best teacher. 😀

[@hermieavestruz1564]

Ray Chew 👍

[@catherineng156]

CYN you have a sweet voice

[@charlottewhite1422]

Ray Chew so true

[@shivinedition6687]

yes

[@apneiaproductions696]

extraordinary teacher. And what a wonderful, melodic voice!

[@donnacocanour5062]

Thank you. My grandson will be so proud of me if I actually learn this.

[@MorahJudy]

I've watched a lot of beginner uke videos and yours are the best and easiest to follow. You're a wonderful teacher.

[@roycox328]

Thank you for helping me finally getting the Chuck strum down. Easy card progression and a fun song to play. I love you teaching style, nice pace, and clean instructions.Thanks for all the Ghucking tips...

[@annkuehnel632]

Great video. I teach incarcerated teen boys to play and we are using your video to learn Lion Sleeps Tonight. They love playing this song with you in cyberspace!! Thanks for all you do.

[@tropicalbreeze7508]

I finally took my ukulele out of the case. I've run out of things to keep me busy during lock down. Part of the reason for not playing it is I get home sick for my aina the land of Aloha. But I have to learn to keep up my heritage no matter what. Mahalo Nui Loa

[@jeanniedevereux9865]

You are amazing it's a perfect song to learn to chuck too. I'm so happy I found this. You are a great teacher you break it down. I started with some of your songs & im so glad I got your chucking tutorial also. Jeannie xx

[@5v0g0r]

This is how all teachers should be. Simply amazing

[@jean-pierreficagna2241]

Cynthia your are the best singer.

[@rebeccascott506]

This song made me realize just what an amazing teacher you are. Thank you!!

[@cindybenjamin9607]

Thank you so very much!!! Extremely helpful! You are an outstanding teacher!!!

[@pattibielma5082]

I love these tutorials and I share them it’s my students! Makes for a productive class time!❤️🎵

[@rsrvfg]

i also got my uke during lockdown and fortunately i got the chance to watch The Lion King yesterday. thanks for the free tab😊❤❤❤❤❤

[@jrazz2298]

Such a great lesson! Thank you!! Loved this song my whole life. And that’s a long time!!

[@jenobe87]

Dearest Cynthia You are The Bestest ! I am so excited to see you at Ukulele Festival in LA. Thank you I am a true beginner and your passion is catching and your leadership is inspiring. Merci !

[@econamibia7788]

Long time former Hi resident - but new to the Uke for the pandemic - your lessons are just wonderful - thank you!

[@damned006]

You really are a great teacher. There is a perfect rythm/flow in those teaching lessons and it makes learning easy and relax and fun, exactly the way it should be. Ukulele is such a brilliant instrument in that sens. Your pace, explanations, pointing at probables difficulties and of course wonderful chord chart, everything is crystal clear and make the learning such a pleasant journey. Obviously your beautiful voice is the perfect starting point for us to be captivated. Fabulous Job. Thank you for making it available for everybody. Keep spreading the joy. Damien (in rainy/sunny Paris)

[@Lagunenbabe]

So much fun. I am just playing for 6 weeks now, and i am a little slow for your many variations but i Keep trying Till i aktually Master this. I loooovvve ♡♡♡♡ This Song so much! Thank you

[@elsap.ferrer2692]

Just learned I’m Yours in ukelele from your video. It’s encouraging to learn it the easy way. Thanks. This song is also made easy. I can now play to my 4year old grand daughter. She loves to hear me sing this song to her since she was a baby.

[@reduvio]

Just played this for my kids. Tons of fun. Much thanks to you. Great teacher

[@janerobles3194]

This is a lovely song. It’s my new favorite. With just a handful of songs I can play I feel so excited with every accomplishment. Thank you.

[@janerobles3194]

Also, another milestone for me, this tutorial is the first song I’ve learned that I can actually play and sing at the same time!

[@dsgham74]

i just got this you are the best! omg now my dad will love it!

[@Sasha-lk3cm]

So beautifully played! I've been working on it all day and am getting better. I love the different styles that you incorporated into this song! It's so much fun!

[@susank6267]

The strum variations makes this song so fun!

[@annieyap1936]

Warm greetings from New Zealand & you are the best teacher, Cynthia!!

[@chrisoculam123]

Thank you for the free chord chart. May you be prosperious always :)

[@marianwatts9618]

Had fun watching your flash mob today, enjoyed this lesson once again. Thank You

[@AM-os2bu]

Greetings from a beginner in Germany. Love like you teach!

[@ukulele_tiff]

Hey there Ms. Cynthia. Thank you so much for your videos and tutorials. I have found your videos by far the easiest to understand and play. This song is a little tricky for me but I'm gonna get there. Keep the videos coming.

[@dougbaird5899]

Thank you so much for making these wonderful tutorial videos!

[@annjfk]

My friend will love this just as I do. :) Thanks, Cynthia.

[@hammockmonk]

What a great method of adding variation to what is otherwise a perfectly monotonous cord progression. Thanks for the inspiration!

[@steuechi]

Brilliant, just new to ukulele. Looked at lots of lessons but not of them can match your explanations, you are a superb teacher. I’ve taught all my life in schools and in the evening, martial arts. Your style is exactly the way I believe in building up to desired result. But you have also reminded me of many things I have forgotten. Thank you.

[@JixieGaming]

Been always wanting a ukelele, finally learning how to play!! Thank you for all the wonderful videos!

[@carlagarcia5410]

Cynthia, thank you. I love the way you teach. I love that sense of calm and patience you project. I recently got a soprano ukulele and I've been watching your videos. Love them. Thank you

[@JK-pn6lj]

My favorite tutorial thus far, which is saying a lot because you have such great videos! I had so much fun! Your arrangement is so addictive!

[@paullafferty9461]

i enjoyed the tutorial today , am in quarantine due to corona virus Cynthia:s voice is so soothing and informative , it makes the time go much better Thank you .

[@rebeccascott506]

You are the absolutely best uku teacher. I have learned so much from you.

[@phyllismorris94]

Now that I have been able to chuck for the past six months, I can go back to some songs that I learned at the beginning of my ukulele practice to add the chuck. The one that really needed it is "The Lion Sleeps Tonight"

[@deemydjembe6912]

Hello! Cynthia, I need help with chucking and I searched on CL "chuck" on KZbin and this came up! Brilliant tutorial. Thank you! Your tutorials are very easy to follow!!

[@santiagokunst3365]

Beautiful voice, You should make videos of vocal technique

[@Nikolaos-Koemtzis]

I totally second that!!

[@ritamunozceballos2002]

Dear Cynthia,,,,CONGRATULATIONS ,,,,,you are the Best teacher,,so happy to find you in YOU TUBE,,I Learning a lots with your lessons,,,for me easy ,,,,come to AUSTRALIA,,,,YOU ARE welcome any time,,,we need you hear ,,,regards RITA,,,

[@antonioatilano4648]

Thank you excellent tutorial. Wonderful voice

[@rubyrosaderoma]

Thank you Master Cynthia Lin. Please keep teaching us. Today is my first day to practice, hihihi. I admire your way of singing and strumming. Keep safe and more power.

[@anthonyj.charles4320]

job well done, i must make it a must to see your other videos

[@Ren-td4is]

Thank you Cynthia for your great lessons. It might sound strange, I'm playing guitar not ukulele and you are a great help in teaching me songs. All the basics of a song from beginning to the end, much better than the many guitar teachers out there. You are incredible.

[@alexiskonig8049]

This is the first song that I learn to play and sing at the same time, wish me luck

[@karencooper6634]

wow, that was fun, got a lot to practice but this gives me some confidence to keep on. Chucking definitely takes some focus

[@mingye6581]

The best ukulele teaching video I have ever watched. Love your videos so much, easy to follow.

[@PrettyCrafty310]

OMG! Thank you for the playback speed tip. I never knew this and now I'm going to use it on EV-RY-THING. I've found my tempo. 💖🎵🎸

[@catherineteh4090]

Instructions r clear n easy to understand n follow👍👍

[@Snowbearkay]

I just love your tutorials, as I am a beginner uke player, but I also love listening to your voice its very soothing and beautiful .

[@fayemarie7794]

I bought myself a uke and you made it so easy for me to learn some chords and strumming your awesome from Auckland New Zealand

[@soumyasharma1418]

Superb performance of ukulele love the song🎤🎤🎤🎤🎤🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶 the lion king song🎤

[@jacqjewel1]

Gidday (haha Aussie Slang!) thankyou soooo much I’ve finally mastered this one … or rather feeling very confident ast last , you are a great teacher C . Thankyou J