Meet the Teacher: John Nash
John explains the impact of the JHUI Teacher Certification program on his own teaching.
I entered the JHUI Teacher Certification program in the summer 2017 and it had an immediate impact on my teaching. I was not only gaining ukulele-specific teaching skills, also a new understanding of pedagogy and how to develop it.
While working through the three years of the of the JHUI program I’ve a
...Tips On How To Be A Goo Ukulele Teacher!
This month, Angela Dwyer shares some music teacher ideas she’s learned from her teacher, J. Chalmers Doane.
For me, part of how to be a good ukulele teacher is taking the time to be a student and I am fortunate to be part of the James Hill Ukulele Initiative and The Ukulele Way, learning new things as I progress through my musical journey. But in addition to this, every Thursday morning I
...Meet the Teacher: Cynthia Kinnunen
This month, Cynthia Kinnunen shares some thoughts on using the Ukulele in the Classroom methodology with her adult online ukulele lesson students.
As you know, one of the beautiful things about the ukulele is that a wide range of people – from children right through to the elderly – are learning to not only make music with it, but also dive deeper into their understanding of music itself.
...Ukulele Games!
This month, some ukulele games that will have your students thinking about notes!
By Suzanne Doane
Students love games and it’s a fun way to get a technique across while keeping the class light and lively. Here are some that I like to play with my students. Be sure to keep it moving!
Echo Picking
There are lots of variations for this. It’s a great way to have students playing by e
...Meet the Teacher: Kevin Carroll
JHUI Level 3 Certified Teacher Kevin Carroll shares his experience with arranging for ukulele ensemble.
By Kevin Carroll
As a proud member of the JHUI Level 3 class of ’15, I still remember the moment when I was just about finished with the program. One of the final steps of completing the program involves making your own differentiated Big Band Arrangement
...Meet the Teacher: Gary Peare
JHUI Level 3 Certified Teacher Gary Peare shares some quick insights into what’s working in his teaching programs.
By Gary Peare
If you're interested in learning the Ukulele online, then you're in the right place, head to our home page for the best online ukulele lessons!
I’ve been teaching a combination of private lessons and adult group classes at Lamorinda Music in Lafayette, California s...
Ear Training Games - Get Those Ears Working!
This month we look at some fun games for incorporating ear training into your classes.
Making music involves a number of different skills, which is why we employ a variety of teaching strategies to help our students learn. A big part of it should definitely be using our ears! Give your class lots of opportunity to work them by incorporating ear training elements into your lessons w
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