3 Things I Wish I'd Known As a Beginner Ukulele Player

I wish that I knew what I know now... Yes, Rod Stewart's words ring loud and clear in our latest video. Start your ukulele journey on the right foot with these helpful suggestions.

[giannagarda]

A good tip I learned from a ukulele player and a guitar player is to set a schedule - for example: five minutes a day to practice a scale with the metronome; five minutes to practice a tricky change of chords; five minutes to practice a strumming pattern or a finger-picking exercise; five minutes to learn a bit of a song that may include what was practiced before. It seems that setting goals help increase motivation.

[laughteraddict]

Just noticed Gumby in the window. I didn't realize he was a ukulele fan ! Cool

[CarolsGrandAdventure]

Self taught during lockdown with a guitar, I decided to also learn the uke! Found your lessons to be spot on! Not a day goes by I don’t have a uke in hand. Along with (now) two guitars I also have 3 ukes and a banjolele! Looking to expand my uke playing by learning to play more than just on the first 3 to 4 frets.

[ThatLynnGirl]

I just ordered a Kala concert ukulele and it’s arriving today. I haven’t touched strings in maybe 50 years but I’m officially retired and bored. Can’t wait!

[Jayla]

Kevin, your videos are amazing -- clear, concise, and fun. THANK you for doing them, sharing and instructing us.

[avrilc]

Just found you today! I’ve been playing for a few weeks now and I have a makala concert size uke I received as a gift😊

[Marys-Channel]

30 days! Done ✅
Thanks Kevin 😊
I did it! I recorded the same song for 30 days. The benefits are more than just improved performance. It kept me accountable and disciplined. I almost missed a day. But, I made it before midnight! I highly recommend 30 day challenges. They're obtainable. 🦋

[jimcummings]

Baritone for me. I have a Kala. I play bluegrass. Just got the baritone. Still learning. I have played 5 string banjo, mandolin, and upright acoustic bass. Uke is awesome!

[SasssyRita]

Hi, Ive just purchased a soprano to learn on with the desire to end up in the style of Jake Shimabukuro..I always thought it was an instrument for beachside campfires until I heard his version of Bohemian Rhapsody, fell in love and bought it the next day, now looking for the correct order to learn, wish me luck 😊

[Kikiyayazengardens]

I started playing 10 month ago and perhaps I skipped only one day on my first day of corona so I couldnt sing. Still corona has affected my vocal cords but I practice every day for at least an hour. I can now play over a 100 songs.

[phillipmouncey]

Kevin you are great communicator your lessons are spot on. i liked your comment earlier on you cant pick up a uke without smiling . I really like the way your pets occasionally bomb your session. How many do you actually have. Take care god bless you

[darrenszefer]

Hi, started learning the ukulele 3 months ago and from 🇬🇧, just finished the first 10 day kickstart and loved it 👍never played any instrument before but got the Ukulele bug and play most days 👍

[tazmac]

You are such a great teacher, thankyou

[sandrina]

Thanks, really appreciate your advice, even when I play the uke since 3 years.
Don't forget to smile you playing the uke 💚 love it

[juliefitch]

Such good advice about staying focused. I started learning Uke over a year ago but felt I was making no progress - probably because I was flitting from one video to another and not staying with a song long enough to master it.

[IThinkImGonnaUke]

good tips. I think playing a little bit every day helps me the most!

[rhondalyn]

Great tips, Kevin, thanks so much. Tenor is my jam. I'm gonna take the 30 day challenge to play a little every day and record a few minutes of it. Enjoying your channel.

[SusanMJB]

Excellent suggestions Kevin. Thank you !!! My #1 challenge is to pick up my uke every day !!!

[libelle]

Hello, Mr AllForUke, I started about four weeks ago, now. My first instrument. I love it. Especially fingerstyle. It's so relaxing.

[Marys-Channel]

Thanks Kevin! Yep... Every Day!!! I've made full comment to my ukuleles almost 2 years ago. I made it part of my body. I own 4 of them. I always have a ukulele with me everywhere I go. Came in handy waiting for my car repair service.lol. Plus I grab every opportunity I can to Jam! You never know who you're going to meet! 🦋