In this five week course, we will build on our knowledge of and gain confidence using the chords C, Dm, F, G, G7 and Am, developing our strumming and learning new songs and new chords along the way. This course is ideal for people who have some experience of the above chords, but may have had some time off playing or would like to continue their learning in a small group setting. The Beginners Plus course is led by Jen - founder of Otley Ukulele Orchestra and Roundhay Ukulele Group. Jen has over 10 years ukulele teaching experience in group and 1-1 settings.
The course will be relaxed, informal and fun - no need to read music - everything will be explained and all resources are included in the course fee.
The course is limited to 15 people in person and unlimited numbers on-line. If you sign up for an in person place, you will also receive access to the Zoom session if you are unable to attend on the day for any reason. All course participants will also receive recordings of each session - so you can catch up in your own time and/or practice along to it as many times as you like in between sessions. Having two weeks in between sessions is perfect to get to grips with your practice and consolidate techniques and skills learned in class.
Playing the ukulele in a group setting is uplifting and joyful! Come and join the fun!
Feedback from previous beginners:
"I really enjoyed beginners ukulele class I was happy, relaxed and fun, even though I have no musical skills, at the end of the first lesson we were all playing a song."
"I have learnt far more than I ever imagined I could!"
Limited number of ukuleles available to borrow - please email ukulelejen@gmail.com to arrange - a small deposit will be required. I can also help advise on buying your first ukulele or upgrading the one you have.
In this five week course, we will consolidate our knowledge and gain confidence of open chords (C, C7, Dm, F, G, G7 and Am), strumming techniques and playing basic melodies. We will learn new songs and new chords as we go along!
The course will be relaxed, informal and fun. No need to read music - everything will be explained and all resources are included in the course fee. The song booklet is sent you via email so you can download onto a tablet/iPad or print at home. We can send you a paper booklet in the post, but please do email us to request this is good time on ukulelejen@gmail.com. We will ask for a contribution to cover the postage costs.
The course is limited to 15 people in person and unlimited numbers on-line. If you sign up for an in person place, you will also receive access to the Zoom session if you are unable to attend on the day for any reason. All course participants will also receive recordings of each session - so you can catch up in your own time and/or practice along to it as many times as you like in between sessions. Having two weeks in between sessions is perfect to get to grips with your practice, so you can spend time on the techniques and skills learned in class.
You will be able to interact with course leader Jen and ask questions using the Zoom chat function while the class is in session. You can have your camera off or on and no one will be able to hear you play while you are online. There is usually time for a quick chat at the beginning and end of the class too!
Playing the ukulele in a group setting is uplifting and joyful - even if the group is online! Come and join the fun!
Feedback from previous beginners:
"I really enjoyed beginners ukulele class I was happy, relaxed and fun, even though I have no musical skills, at the end of the first lesson we were all playing a song."
"I have learnt far more than I ever imagined I could!"
I can also help advise on buying your first ukulele or upgrading the one you have.
A 5 week course designed to help you develop your confidence and skills on the ukulele, learning new songs, chords and techniques in a relaxed and informal small group environment.
This course is suitable for players who can already play and change between the chords C, C7, F, G, G7, Am, Dm and Em confidently. Together we will practice chord changes, introducing new chords, playing single note melodies and developing your strumming technique, learning lovely songs along the way!
The course is £50 for five 1 hour sessions (in person at The Woolpack Studios or via Zoom), which includes all song sheets and practice tracks/videos
A relaxed and informal 5 week course to help you develop your confidence and skills on the ukulele, learning new songs, chords and techniques - beamed straight to your home via Zoom!
This course is suitable for players who can play and change between the chords C, C7, F, G, G7, Am, Dm and Em. Together we will practice chord changes, introducing new chords, playing single note melodies and developing your strumming technique.
The course is £50 for five 1 hour sessions, which includes all song sheets and practice tracks/videos.
Informal but creative sessions for song writers combining tutoring with exchanging ideas and working with others on song writing projects
YOUR PASS
This pass entitles you to attend one of our weekly community music groups per week, for the length of the current block (see dates).
You can attend in person or, if you can't make it for any reason, online on Zoom.
MUSIC FOLDER AND ZOOM LINK - YOU MUST REGISTER FOR THE CLASS
To attend (and to get the links for the music folder and the Zoom link) you must register for the classes you wish to attend. You can do this weekly or get them all done at once at the beginning of the block.
You register for classes by clicking on the relevant class as shown in the Calendar / Schedule. Once you have done that, this triggers an automatic email from TeamUp with the links.
PRINTED BOOKLET
Again you must register for the class to order a printed booklet.
YOUR PASS
This pass entitles you to attend one of our weekly community music groups in person for the length of the current block (see dates), and also to access the online Zoom version of our two other groups. NB our Choir does not have an online version.
MUSIC FOLDER AND ZOOM LINK - YOU MUST REGISTER FOR THE CLASS
To attend (and to get the links for the music folder and the Zoom link) you must register for the classes you wish to attend. You can do this weekly or get them all done at once at the beginning of the block.
You register for classes by clicking on the relevant class as shown in the Calendar / Schedule. Once you have done that, this triggers an automatic email from TeamUp with the links.
PRINTED BOOKLET
Again you must register for the class to order a printed booklet. The notification email you receive when you register for a class will include a link to our Store where you can click and pay for the booklet you require.
YOUR PASS
This pass entitles you to attend the online Zoom version of one of our weekly community music groups per week, for the length of the current block (see dates).
MUSIC FOLDER AND ZOOM LINK - YOU MUST REGISTER FOR THE CLASS
To attend (and to get the links for the music folder and the Zoom link) you must register for the classes you wish to attend. You can do this weekly or get them all done at once at the beginning of the block.
You register for classes by clicking on the relevant class as shown in the Calendar / Schedule. Once you have done that, this triggers an automatic email from TeamUp with the links.
PRINTED BOOKLET
Printed booklets are not available for online Zoom sessions.
YOUR PASS
This pass entitles you to attend the online Zoom versions of each of our weekly community music groups for the length of the current block (see dates) (NB our Choir does not have an online version)
MUSIC FOLDER AND ZOOM LINK - YOU MUST REGISTER FOR THE CLASS
To attend (and to get the links for the music folder and the Zoom link) you must register for the classes you wish to attend. You can do this weekly or get them all done at once at the beginning of the block.
You register for classes by clicking on the relevant class as shown in the Calendar / Schedule. Once you have done that, this triggers an automatic email from TeamUp with the links.
PRINTED BOOKLET
Printed booklets are not available for online Zoom sessions.
YOUR PASS - thak you for purchasing your VIP pass!
This pass entitles you to attend any of our weekly community music groups (Otley Ukulele Orchestra, Woolpack Music Social Club, Roundhay Ukulele Group or Woolpack Choir) as many times as you like in person or online for the length of the current block (see dates) (NB our Choir does not have an online version).
MUSIC FOLDER AND ZOOM LINK - YOU MUST REGISTER FOR THE CLASS
To attend (and to get the links for the music folder and the Zoom link) you must register for the classes you wish to attend. You can do this weekly or get them all done at once at the beginning of the block.
You register for classes by clicking on the relevant class as shown in the Calendar / Schedule. Once you have done that, this triggers an automatic email from TeamUp with the links.
PRINTED BOOKLET
Again you must register for the class to order a printed booklet for any particualr group. The notification email you receive when you register for a class will include a link to our Store where you can click and pay for the booklet you require.
Join our Rock Orchestra, playing arrangements specially put together by Richard Sabey of classic rock music including
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