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Many of the concepts here may not be new to you, but this will give you a template to improve your playing and enhance the sound of your group at the same time
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These 12 lessons are designed to help you master the fretboard, play more musically, and have good fun with your uke!
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The complexity of Indian music might seem overwhelming, but knowing just a few basics can give you the tools to appreciate the art form’s spectacular richness
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This second in a two-part series on arranging songs for ukulele includes tips on adding jazzy elements and other snazzy twists
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Here's how to build chords starting on each note of the major scale, as well as some common chord progressions found in thousands of songs
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This fun exercise focuses on igniting that creative spark with chord progressions
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This uptempo version makes the most of the ukulele's quick attack
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This arrangement combines the bluesy, orchestral feel of the original Marion Harris recording with the spirit of Bessie Smith's version
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In this first in a two-part series, learn how to compose creative arrangements using intros and outros, vamps and licks, style changes, and more
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This lesson simultaneously covers the melody and chords in a self-contained way