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Ukulele for Dummies by Alistair Wood (2015, Trade Paperback)

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PublisherWiley & Sons, Incorporated, John
ISBN-101119135974
ISBN-139781119135975
eBay Product ID (ePID)211896958

Product Key Features

Edition2
Book TitleUkulele for Dummies
Number of Pages336 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicPrinted Music / Guitar & Fretted Instruments, Instruction & Study / General, Musical Instruments / Strings, Musical Instruments / General
Publication Year2015
IllustratorYes
GenreMusic
AuthorAlistair Wood
FormatTrade Paperback

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Item Height0.7 in
Item Weight21.6 Oz
Item Length9.1 in
Item Width7.3 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceTrade
Dewey Edition23
Dewey Decimal787.89193
Table Of ContentIntroduction 1 Part I: Getting Started with the Ukulele 5 Chapter 1: Exploring the Ukulele 7 Chapter 2: Tuning Up to Sound Great 19 Chapter 3: Discovering How to Handle Your Ukulele 29 Part II: Starting Out with Chords and Strumming 39 Chapter 4: Playing Your First Ukulele Chords and Songs 41 Chapter 5: Drumming Up More Strumming Patterns 61 Chapter 6: Meeting the Chords and Their Families 81 Part III: Picking and Single]Note Playing 101 Chapter 7: Getting to Grips with Tabs and Notation 103 Chapter 8: Discovering Fingerpicking Patterns 119 Chapter 9: Combining Melodies and Chords When Playing Solo 133 Chapter 10: Picking Up Some Soloing Techniques 143 Part IV: Discovering Genres and Styles 159 Chapter 11: Rocking Out with Your Uke 161 Chapter 12: Playing the Blues to Lift Your Spirits 169 Chapter 13: Saying 'Aloha' to the Hawaiian Style 187 Chapter 14: Jazzing Up Your Uke Playing 195 Chapter 15: Strumming Up the Jawaiian Style 203 Chapter 16: Getting Classy: Classical Masterpieces for Ukulele 209 Chapter 17: Ukuleleing the Holidays 219 Part V: Buying and Looking After Your Ukulele 225 Chapter 18: Weighing Up Your Options When Buying a Ukulele 227 Chapter 19: Splashing Out on Essentials and Accessories 235 Chapter 20: Restringing, Maintaining, and Adjusting Your Uke 243 Part VI: The Part of Tens 253 Chapter 21: Ten Ukulele Players to Know 255 Chapter 22: Ten Ways to Get Involved in the Ukulele Scene 261 Chapter 23: Ten (or So) Tips for Improving Your Playing 267 Chapter 24: Ten Greatest Ukulele Chords 273 Part VII: Appendixes 281 Appendix A: Chord Charts 283 Appendix B: Reading Standard Musical Notation 287 Appendix C: Audio Tracks 293 Index 299
SynopsisThe fast and easy way to learn how to play the ukulele With the help of Ukulele For Dummies , learning to play this popular string instrument at a basic level has never been easier. Now in a fully updated second edition, this hands-on, friendly guide provides everything you need to know to pick up a uke and get playing--fast. From purchasing a ukulele and the necessary accessories to making sense of simple chord progressions and playing in a variety of styles--including pop, folk, Hawaiian, and holiday favourites--the second edition of Ukulele For Dummies will have you creating beautiful music in no time. For anyone wishing to learn to play this fun, surprisingly versatile instrument, Ukulele For Dummies covers all the basics, from chords and strumming patterns to guidance on finger picking--and everything in between. Plus, you'll find tips to make certain chord changes easier, chords and tabs for popular Christmas and New Year songs, apps for mobile devices, the ten best ukulele chords, and so much more. Audio tracks are available via online download at Dummies.com, creating a total musical instruction package Features a ukulele buying guide for the novice Offers instruction in a variety of musical styles Provides finger-picking instruction and the chords and patterns you need to know With its simple and clear instruction, and inspiration on every page, the second edition of Ukulele For Dummies will have fans and first-time musicians making a big splash with this tiny instrument in no time., Learn to: Fully understand ukulele basics Play the key ukulele chords and strumming patterns Tackle guidance on fingerpicking instruction Develop your skills by downloading the accompanying tracks from Dummies.com Pick up a uke and start playing fast Do you want to learn to play the ukulele? This friendly guide covers everything from chords and strumming patterns to finger picking and style variations. With clear instructions and musical inspiration on every page, it will have you making a big splash with this tiny instrument in no time. First things first weigh your buying options, grab the essentials, check out the accessories, and master maintenance Start strumming get to know the ukulele chords and their families, play your first songs and create more strumming patterns for great results Play your heart out rock or jazz, Hawaiian or classical, find the groove that fits your mood Pick a winner discover fingerpicking patterns, get to grips with tabs and notation, plus solo techniques with melody/chord combos Open the book and find: How to hold a ukulele and position yourself to play Guidance on developing your strumming The 'three-chord trick' that'll help your playing What to do if things don't sound right How to diagnose and solve uke problems Unbeatable tips for improving your playing Ten ways to get involved in the ukulele scene Chord charts and guidance on reading standard musical notation, The fast and easy way to learn how to play the ukulele With the help of Ukulele For Dummies , learning to play this popular string instrument at a basic level has never been easier. Now in a fully updated second edition, this hands-on, friendly guide provides everything you need to know to pick up a uke and get playing fast.
LC Classification NumberMT645.8

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