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One of the most important parts of learning to play ukulele is ear training and becoming familiar with the intervals of the major and chromatic scales.
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Here you will learn two scales for ukulele: The C major scale and a similar sounding cousin, the G mixolydian scale.
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In this beginner ukulele lesson you will learn some scale variations for C major & G mixolydian scales. This will help make the most out of your ukulele practice.
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Whether you’re a strummer, a hummer, a picker, or a singer, you need to know the pentatonic scale. Let's explore this often-overlooked musical wonder on ukulele.
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Did you know there are 5 other syllables in beyond do-re-mi-fa-so-la-ti-do that add up to create the 12-tone chromatic scale? Learn them in this ukulele lesson!