One little trick I have found that helps chord transitions is if you do an open string upstroke just before the change. It gives you that little extra time to switch (you are doing the upstroke as you take your hand off of chord 1 and moving it to chord 2) and it usually sounds good too. How good it works may be somewhat dependent on the strum pattern being used at the time, but I find myself doing it a lot, even if I can make the changes fast and smooth.
hi I’m looking for more 5 minute lessons videos. Did you only do 2 videos? I’m taking lessons and my teacher teaches the same way you teach. I’m 61 with no music instrument experience. Thank you for the great videos.
Hi Richard - I've got more in the works! I am recovering from vocal surgery so my video releases have been on hold. More videos coming soon. :) Very happy you're here, and I'm glad you are playing ukulele!!
One little trick I have found that helps chord transitions is if you do an open string upstroke just before the change. It gives you that little extra time to switch (you are doing the upstroke as you take your hand off of chord 1 and moving it to chord 2) and it usually sounds good too. How good it works may be somewhat dependent on the strum pattern being used at the time, but I find myself doing it a lot, even if I can make the changes fast and smooth.
Totally, that is a great trick! If the key is complimentary then that is a great solution for sure.
Thank you. I am so musically dis-enclined that every bit helps, I hope.
You're so welcome Kevin! Finding that simple "heartbeat" of the music will help you build a strong music foundation. You got this!
Excellent exercise, thank you very much.🥰😇😇
So happy you found it helpful! 😊
hi I’m looking for more 5 minute lessons videos. Did you only do 2 videos? I’m taking lessons and my teacher teaches the same way you teach. I’m 61 with no music instrument experience. Thank you for the great videos.
Hi Richard - I've got more in the works! I am recovering from vocal surgery so my video releases have been on hold. More videos coming soon. :) Very happy you're here, and I'm glad you are playing ukulele!!
very helpful
Great to hear!
Well done friend!
Thank you Music & Nature! 😊🎵