Meet the Music Teacher: Christina O’Brien

pedagogy corner Oct 02, 2019
 

Christina shares some of her experience using Ukulele in the Classroom… in the classroom!

Ukulele has been hands down the BEST instrument I have used to build music literacy skills in the classroom.  After hearing about James Hill’s Ukulele in the Classroom (UITC) series from a friend, I looked into the level one books and decided it would fit really well with my...

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How To Master The Clawhammer Technique

Ready to learn clawhammer with James? His online course Americana Ukulele includes lessons on clawhammer along with a 30-minute "Bum Ditty Bootcamp" play-along practice video! Learn more

Clawhammer is an old and beautiful playing technique that could change your life. Learn how to master the clawhammer below!

This technique probably comes from West Africa and is used extensively in...

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Ukulele Lesson Ideas: Starting the school year right

pedagogy corner Sep 02, 2019
 

Here are a few ukulele lesson ideas to help get your students back in the groove for the new school year.

By Angela Dwyer

(Psst... If you're looking for online ukulele lessons then head to the Uketropolis homepage to find the best beginner ukulele courses up to advanced levels!)

It’s September! Here in Canada it means that beach days and bar-b-ques are replaced by school days and...

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Meet the Teacher: John Nash

pedagogy corner Aug 01, 2019
 

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...

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Tips On How To Be A Goo Ukulele Teacher!

pedagogy corner Jul 02, 2019
 

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...

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Meet the Teacher: Cynthia Kinnunen

pedagogy corner Jun 02, 2019
 

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...

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Ukulele Games!

pedagogy corner May 02, 2019

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...

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Meet the Teacher: Kevin Carroll

pedagogy corner Apr 02, 2019
 

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. It...

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Meet the Teacher: Gary Peare

pedagogy corner Feb 06, 2019
 

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...

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Ear Training Games - Get Those Ears Working!

pedagogy corner Mar 02, 2018
 

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...

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