Ukulele Day Masterclass

Ralph teaches two kinds of syncopated strum plus finger-tapping ornaments and the thumb roll which combine to make thrilling rhythm solos for up-tempo songs. These techniques originated in ragtime and were famously used by 1940s British ukulele star George Formby. The same rhythms can be used in a variety of songs and Ralph will break them down for you to use in your own playing. 

45 minutes 

 

Samba for Ukulele with Chris McShane 

Chris will be focusing on melody and teaching two samba melodies and accompaniments. 

There will be options to play the chords and learn the rhythms or play the melody line. We will also add some Latin percussion to the band. There will be charts on the screen and available beforehand so that participants can practise. 45 minutes 

 

McShane & Shaw with join together to teach a well-known song (tba) that participants can join in with later at the evening concert. 

30 minutes

 

2pm-4.30pm with a 30 min break

 

For more information about the Ukulele Evening Gig featuring McShane & Shaw, and to book tickets, CLICK HERE.