YOUR FIRST UKULELE LESSON (Taught by a music teacher!)

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  • Опубліковано 19 чер 2024
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    I'm playing the Nova ukulele made by Enya Music. Retail Price ~$89
    Link to buy: amzn.to/2FggXRK
    This ukulele is available in other colors (white, black, orange, blue)
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    30 DAY UKE CHALLENGE
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    This is a playlist link to the first challenge. This one is for absolute beginners. You can review the challenge if you need to and/or you can share this link with someone to help get them into our ukulele family ;) This challenge also has a free printable resource and the hashtag we used throughout social media is #30DayUkeChallenge
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    The 30 Day Uke Course is a challenge for intermediate ukulele players. Make sure you have mastered E chord (or are ready to master it) for this challenge.
    MUSIC CREDITS
    Fuego, by Cole Brandt

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  • @mamba109
    @mamba109 3 роки тому +412

    I like when she said "look up" I suddenly thought she was literally sitting right in front of me and saw me looking down

    • @baronvondrais1486
      @baronvondrais1486 3 роки тому +14

      Same. I was like "whoa, how does she know?!", and then "can she see my messy apartment?" ;)

    • @kaylaworley6109
      @kaylaworley6109 3 роки тому +9

      You can just feel that she’s taught so many people

    • @martinkeats4429
      @martinkeats4429 4 дні тому

      She has a great way of teaching, before I realised it I was strumming away and changing chords without trouble! Amazing.

  • @kevinbarry3480
    @kevinbarry3480 4 роки тому +2315

    I think that cat is teacher's pet.

    • @kristinaadams7703
      @kristinaadams7703 3 роки тому +14

      Lol me to

    • @tinydinomom5583
      @tinydinomom5583 3 роки тому +7

      lol most likely

    • @tinydinomom5583
      @tinydinomom5583 3 роки тому +7

      @luna star gacha I do. Why do you think a 10 year old girl in 6th grade would not get the joke

    • @tinydinomom5583
      @tinydinomom5583 3 роки тому +5

      @luna star gacha np. I'm actually 12 in 6th grade 😓😬😳😕

    • @tinydinomom5583
      @tinydinomom5583 3 роки тому +2

      Deal....wait wut are we talking about?

  • @Itisheylel
    @Itisheylel 2 роки тому +208

    3:03 that “look up real quick” really nudged me from getting over excited with my instrument. T’was spoken from a true teacher who knows her students 😭

    • @GingersRule135
      @GingersRule135 11 місяців тому +2

      Ikr that was amazing 😂😂

    • @dashnduke
      @dashnduke 9 місяців тому

      That was hilarious to me hahahaha she knows her students well :D

  • @kneesocks8863
    @kneesocks8863 3 роки тому +596

    OK OK FINALLY A UKELELE TEACHER THAT DOESNT EXPECT ME TO KNOW EVERYTHING THANK YOU THANK YOU AHHH I LOVE YOUUU

    • @kellycoreas7161
      @kellycoreas7161 Рік тому +9

      I KNOW MY OLD MUSIC TEACHER EXPECTS US TO,KNOW EVERY
      THING

    • @Saltine_American
      @Saltine_American Рік тому +8

      I think that is the single hardest part of teaching and only exceptional teachers have the ability to compartmentalize each level of learning and block their “genius” to make room for the building of the skill. If that makes sense lol

    • @gracetri4285
      @gracetri4285 Рік тому +1

      Do you know how to completely play a ukulele now? 😊

    • @Nan-59
      @Nan-59 Рік тому +4

      Yes!!! Same! This is very different than I remember how it was to play my acoustic guitar when I was a teenager! (In the 70’s ✌🏻). I love this teacher!! I just got my ukulele today! I found it on Facebook marketplace!! Playing the ukulele seems harder than I thought it might be, but that’s probably because I have arthritic hands now and I’m old!! 😂😂😂😂

    • @siohmoon7470
      @siohmoon7470 Рік тому +3

      YESS

  • @problematiccat8949
    @problematiccat8949 4 роки тому +778

    ok .. i actually went through all the lesson now.. and i have to say i have ADHD and this was the easiest lesson to follow!!!!! i love the pace! i love how i didn't get distracted and please please do more lessons like this

  • @urja2790
    @urja2790 3 роки тому +845

    5:02 c chord
    8:05 Am chord
    10:07 f chord
    11:28 g7 chord
    just commenting time stamps so i can come back later and practice :D thank you so much you're an amazing teacher ❤️

  • @midnightmoth6261
    @midnightmoth6261 Рік тому +114

    That "look up real quick" scared me because it was like she could actually see what i was doing😳 she must really know what beginners are like and that makes me feel comfortable learning from her

    • @papayas2027
      @papayas2027 Рік тому +7

      I was looking at the cat

    • @plantyfan
      @plantyfan Рік тому +3

      🤣🤣🤣 she may have taught a couple classes I bet 😜 it's a great personal touch 💗

    • @sebastiantube8825
      @sebastiantube8825 Рік тому

      THANKKK YOUUUU I THOUGHT I WAS TRIPPING WHEN I HEARD HER SAY IT LOOOL

  • @alyssah9192
    @alyssah9192 3 роки тому +245

    “Look up”
    Me who was definitely not looking: 👁👄👁

    • @BernadetteTeachesMusic
      @BernadetteTeachesMusic  3 роки тому +58

      Me teaching while everyone is looking down 👁👄👁

    • @iducationcenter9263
      @iducationcenter9263 3 роки тому +2

      @@BernadetteTeachesMusic Noooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I AM LOOKING UPWARDS🙄BUT LOOKING NOT AT CEILING, RIGHT INTO THE COMPUTER🖥

    • @mariagray7323
      @mariagray7323 2 роки тому

      @@BernadetteTeachesMusic can i have u as my music teacher-

  • @amyawilson5064
    @amyawilson5064 3 роки тому +105

    im 13 learning the ukulele, YOU ARE A LIFESAVER!

  • @victoriaputureanu7783
    @victoriaputureanu7783 2 роки тому +3

    I am 70, and l really enjoy to be your student. I love you sweet lady.Thank you so much! 🥰🤗🙏🙏🙏

  • @kelbysappington
    @kelbysappington Рік тому +90

    It is so obvious you were an elementary music teacher, and not just a musician sharing what you know. The way you explain every tiny detail, like HOW to switch between chords, makes learning ukulele so easy. I’m currently teaching myself ukulele so I can hopefully start teaching it at school (if I can get a class set of ukes). I’ll definitely be referring back to these videos and using some of your techniques. Love the "mouse in the house" trick! Thanks for all of these amazing videos!

    • @deborahsigmon
      @deborahsigmon Рік тому +2

      Thank you for your kindness you do a beautiful teacher especially for people with mental problems as I have I am a slow learner. I also gave my 2 uks to my sisters I help raise and I bought my grandson one is a little for Christmas your lessons, lessons excited me I wanted every one I loved to have one. Now I'll go by me another which one do you recommend thanks for all you do please keep teaching.and know if any one can't appreciate apreciate you I have then they need to go somewhere else to pasture the devil

    • @deborahsigmon
      @deborahsigmon Рік тому +2

      Excuse spelling and writing. I'm 67 and all I use to know is in I don't remember box some where I'm starting all over trying to keep what's that I need to to go with Dorothy to the yellow brick I realize that that's for anyone that. Is a smart slick I don't usually try to reach out but this one time I feel you needed to know I appreciate your help

    • @Rainy_XD
      @Rainy_XD 7 місяців тому +1

      ​@deborahsigmon wow, you're 67!? I didn't know 67-year-olds are UA-cam 😮
      I'm just 12, so 😅

  • @emilkabartyzel661
    @emilkabartyzel661 3 роки тому +64

    I’m 12 and I really want to find a new hobby especially since covid and all so thank you so much for this 😄

  • @nellyellis946
    @nellyellis946 4 роки тому +388

    Best way to start playing Ukulele truly is with you Bernadette ❣️ 👍🏻

    • @BernadetteTeachesMusic
      @BernadetteTeachesMusic  4 роки тому +20

      Nelly Ellis wow, Nelly!!! Thank you so much 😊 that is super sweet!!

    • @marleyrose2758
      @marleyrose2758 3 роки тому

      @@BernadetteTeachesMusic 😄mkkxlvvz

    • @hannanguyen6883
      @hannanguyen6883 3 роки тому +2

      Very good teaching

    • @iducationcenter9263
      @iducationcenter9263 3 роки тому +2

      Right in the middle of her video I subscribed, got full notifications, and "liked" the video! Here's a bouquet for you and a love letter 💐💌

    • @robloxsharkgirl3673
      @robloxsharkgirl3673 Рік тому

      @@BernadetteTeachesMusic I just started myslef

  • @donovansiu6331
    @donovansiu6331 2 роки тому +4

    Are you kidding me?! Best teacher ever!!! You actually paused and told us to stretch!

  • @sarahhx2336
    @sarahhx2336 4 роки тому +132

    Perfect!!! I just got my ukelele a couple days ago! I’ve been feeling a little discouraged because the finger placement for some chords just seems impossible .... but i’ll keep at it! Thank you for this video 🥰

    • @wylancslass
      @wylancslass 4 роки тому +4

      Don't be discouraged. I promise, you will get there. It just takes practice, practice, practice.

    • @a_sea_oasis
      @a_sea_oasis 4 роки тому +5

      I started to play the ukulele with Bernadette last year. It's still challenging to switch chords smoothly on the beats. I rewatched Bernadette's videos many times. It's absolutely rewarding. You will see. Thank you 👍Bernadette👌🎸🎵🎶

    • @chica418
      @chica418 4 роки тому +3

      Me too, I just got mine 5 days ago, the first day everything was so awkward, but it is getting easier and more natural now! And i’m not crazy playing everyday, but i am spending short segments of time daily, like 15-25min

    • @dezscott46
      @dezscott46 4 роки тому +2

      @@chica418 Keep it up I've now been playing for about 6 months and for the first 2 the end of my fretting finger tips were just so painful and I know if I don't play a little everyday I'll be in the pain factor again

  • @wallrussamthiny6482
    @wallrussamthiny6482 3 роки тому +56

    I have learned lots and anyone who is reading the comments your at the right place to get started with the ukulele!

  • @alisonn5347
    @alisonn5347 4 роки тому +48

    As someone who has been playing the ukulele for about 2 years now, all of these tips are useful, even for experienced players! Your teaching is easy to follow and so helpful! Thanks!

  • @Itz_the_Deet
    @Itz_the_Deet 2 роки тому +102

    I love this lesson, this is exactly what I was looking for, stupid me was confused why my cords sounded dead when it was really just me not pressing hard enough and also , i learned hand position and so many other things. (If you couldn’t tell I know basically nothing about ukuleles) just in the 20 minutes I would have spent watching entertainment!

  • @glennmitten3554
    @glennmitten3554 3 роки тому +11

    still building my first uke..,decided to build it and play one song .than give it to one of the grand kids

  • @claudiasclouds
    @claudiasclouds 11 місяців тому +3

    you seriously don’t know how many lessons i’ve gone through and failed at them all because of how unclear they are but you have literally shown me so well and i definately find your way of teaching most effective because of how impatient i am

  • @helenljc
    @helenljc 3 роки тому +26

    Day 3 on my absolute beginner ukelele journey, stumbled upon your channel on my feed. I have, however, watched a lot of ukelele UA-cam tutorials. Your videos always bring a smile to my face. Be it the "look up", "don't leave", or "looks, I will wait" moments, you always seem to have some pleasant small details that surprise me in the videos. Those thoughtful moments make you not only a great music teacher, but a total charm to watch. There are many other great ukelele players and good teachers making videos too, but you are adorable in your own way and are valued for it. I will definitely follow and check out your other links/resources too. Thank you! :)

  • @michaelstell2625
    @michaelstell2625 Рік тому +3

    I am an elementary music teacher and have used your videos to teach myself how to start playing the ukulele. I love your videos and how you use every day teaching techniques from the classroom. I'm still a novice, but can tell my skill set is increasing weekly. Thank you for these tutorials. I would be lost without them.

  • @amnatariqshah8189
    @amnatariqshah8189 2 роки тому +27

    This is the best one I’ve found on UA-cam so far… very easy to follow and well put together. Great for beginners !!! Thank you, Bernadette 😊

  • @DreadfulRain
    @DreadfulRain 3 роки тому +56

    Let’s talk about how I feel very calm learning with her :)

  • @terrygardiner8479
    @terrygardiner8479 2 роки тому +20

    Thank you. Have been mixing it up with a few online tutorials but like your attention to real basics such as position and posture. I'm approaching 72 years old and have had 4 or 5 guitars through my lifetime and because of my wide hands with short stubby fingers could never get any more than a couple of chords right. I went for a harmonica instead!! It was suggested I try a Uke and so glad I did. Now I know its just practice, practice and more but I think I'm going to like this.

    • @BernadetteTeachesMusic
      @BernadetteTeachesMusic  2 роки тому +4

      Hi Terry!! Welcome to our community :)
      I’m so glad you decided to give ukulele a try!
      I’m a trained music teacher and I have created several courses that I call “challenges” here on UA-cam. The 30 Day Uke Challenge will be perfect for you because you liked the attention to real basics like position and posture. Whenever you’re ready, you can start that course here ua-cam.com/play/PLJFa3EaocfZkPvRqVaUf6pFuPxiLo0uWZ.html

    • @usernamemykel
      @usernamemykel Рік тому

      I'm 77, and yes, though she's a great teacher, I'd love to have half a dozen granddaughters who have her gorgeuos looks and charm.
      And yes, kid, I've five guitars, 5 ukes, about a dozen blues harps (harmonicas are for cowboys), 2 violins, about a dozen pennywhistles/tinwhistle/Irish whistles, native American flutes, etc., etc., so I know where you're coming from - and I bet you changed the high G on the uke to a low G, to simulate your guitars.

  • @TheUnbeatable93
    @TheUnbeatable93 3 роки тому +9

    I watched so many videos on how to start playing the ukulele. And they’re good. But you really take your time explaining and showing different aspects instead of just focusing on just the chords. I never thought about how to go from one chord to the other. This was brilliant!
    I really enjoyed the video 😊

  • @Rasnaaa
    @Rasnaaa 4 дні тому

    Best teacher for beginners. THought she is not in front of me, she knows where i am going wrong.
    She gets really basic.

  • @tiialeponiemi1366
    @tiialeponiemi1366 3 роки тому +16

    I loved this lesson! I can really see that you are a teacher. The way you notice us the students is just so nice. You also know when to pause and give us some time. Thank you!

  • @kevinjackson6011
    @kevinjackson6011 4 роки тому +5

    Happy New year, Bernadette, and to everyone out there in the ukelele community. Let's just hope it's a joyful one all over the world. From the UK 🇬🇧.

  • @alycebagnath464
    @alycebagnath464 4 роки тому +6

    I bought myself a ukulele as a christmas present, and have watched many videos and learnt these chords but I especially love your teaching! What a great series you've started and a great way to start 2020! I look forward to learning from you!

  • @sol_1111
    @sol_1111 Рік тому

    Finally a video that actually speaks clear and their isn’t jus random talking to get ad time. Y’all don’t understand…🤣🤣. I WILL BE WATCHING THIS WHEN I GET HOME.❤️❤️🙆🏽

  • @dola8791
    @dola8791 2 роки тому +1

    20 mins ago i didn't know how to play chords now i learned 4 new chords! Thank you so much

  • @iHeartUkes
    @iHeartUkes 4 роки тому +11

    I love this video so much! So patient, loving, and most importantly easy to follow and get addicted to play ukulele!!! Love you Miss B!!!

  • @noyya8001
    @noyya8001 3 роки тому +3

    I am starting to learn the ukulele and I love the way I learn from this video ! The breaks and stretching were very thoughtful and I also love that she took it step by step can’t wait to start the 30 days of ukulele!

  • @self-sufficient9315
    @self-sufficient9315 Рік тому

    I really love how you are giving lesson on camera however you feel like you have a real student sitting in front of you.

  • @isabelgomez9711
    @isabelgomez9711 2 роки тому +1

    Seriously went thru so many different videos trying to learn for months and couldn’t even pay attention but I actually watched this whole video and it’s sooo good and I learned a lot. You’re an amazing teacher !!

  • @problematiccat8949
    @problematiccat8949 4 роки тому +34

    HAPPY NEW YEARRRRR!!!!!!!!!!

    • @mariajukejax9649
      @mariajukejax9649 4 роки тому +5

      Do it. You won't regret it.

    • @PersnicketyRed
      @PersnicketyRed 4 роки тому +2

      problematic Cat I have been playing for almost two months now, and I am in LOVE with my Luna ukulele! (Recently got a second Fender one!) Good luck! ❤️

    • @spynee3750
      @spynee3750 3 роки тому

      Bad year -_-

  • @Kevin-nr9lj
    @Kevin-nr9lj 4 роки тому +14

    My Dad wants to learn to play. I've sent him this video as a primer :)

  • @corinnearsenault-pierre-lo8093
    @corinnearsenault-pierre-lo8093 2 роки тому +1

    You are a really good music teacher!!! Thank you for sharing your lessons online!!

  • @stargirlswaggar
    @stargirlswaggar Рік тому

    Omgoodness you’re wonderful at teaching! Thank you❤

  • @cranberryjam7408
    @cranberryjam7408 3 роки тому +3

    I've been wanting to learn for so long, and this has helped a ton, how are you so good at knowing what we do, like when you say " look up" I feel like you are right in front of me, I'm impressed.

  • @endystune6294
    @endystune6294 4 роки тому +6

    This my second day with the ukulele. Yesterday, I had trouble with chord changes and the down up strumming. I kept at it and was able to play the chords clearly. At some point the down up strumming clicked with me. I’m having so much fun. I can’t wait to learn more. Thank you so much, Bernadette.

  • @Lostpanda123
    @Lostpanda123 4 роки тому +2

    You are a great teacher! Thanks a ton for sharing this lesson with us!

  • @juliafonseca2131
    @juliafonseca2131 2 роки тому +1

    Oh my goodness!! I had never touched a ukulele before, and have been looking up some lessons on youtube, but yours is really the best, its length, the explanation, it was all very clear and fun to follow along, I could find everything I need (since I didn't even know how to hold it properly). The video progressed so well, that I did more than I thought I could, I wasn't able to do it all on this first time watching, but it made me feel so comfortable and everything seams so clear and achievable if I keep on going. Thank you so much for uploading, after I get everything on the video I will start the more beginner friendly playlist!!

  • @betusilehertelden
    @betusilehertelden 4 роки тому +33

    You are the perfect ukulele teacher ever!I learned from you everything!Thank you so much!❤️i love you B❤️

    • @BernadetteTeachesMusic
      @BernadetteTeachesMusic  4 роки тому +7

      ❤️❤️❤️❤️ THANK YOU SO MUUUUCH! You must be a great student ;)

    • @betusilehertelden
      @betusilehertelden 4 роки тому +1

      Bernadette Teaches Music 🤗❤️❤️❤️

  • @hearts4melaniemartini
    @hearts4melaniemartini 2 роки тому +5

    AHH THANK YOUU this was super calming and stress free, you're an amazing teacher!

  • @hughcraig5323
    @hughcraig5323 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you Bernadette I’m finding your lessons such fun and as a beginner it’s nicely paced !

  • @abbeyjohannson4568
    @abbeyjohannson4568 3 роки тому +1

    I just got my ukulele a couple days ago, and I loved watching your videos since day 1! You’re awesome. Thank you for sharing. God Bless You. ❤️

  • @marivelrivas4118
    @marivelrivas4118 4 роки тому +3

    Happy New Year Bernadette!! I will be teaching the ukulele to my 3rd-5th graders later in the spring. This is a great refresher video on how to teach the ukulele! As for the ukulele club, we started late but managed to play Jingle Bells for the school Christmas program. I had to skip it but now I think they are ready for their first chord progression. Thank you!!

  • @peytonbruce4910
    @peytonbruce4910 2 роки тому +5

    Thank you so much for this!

  • @opengatestopvideosviralsvlog
    @opengatestopvideosviralsvlog 2 роки тому

    you're a great teacher. very wholesome, instructively clear. productive. nice to watch and hear you teach.

  • @floraxx299
    @floraxx299 3 роки тому +1

    I got my first Ukulele today and I'm so excited to start using it and learning how to play it properly! Summer is coming up and the vibes that the Ukulele has are immaculate!

  • @amanjabubakir8029
    @amanjabubakir8029 3 роки тому +8

    The genius world record for the longest time for the cat to stand still

  • @vananhho1556
    @vananhho1556 4 роки тому +4

    You have the best teaching style. This is so useful for beginners! And KitKat is adorable! Happy New Year!

  • @plantyfan
    @plantyfan Рік тому +1

    I saw your video short for small hands and moved to this lesson -- "house for my mouse" is so lovely. You're my uke teacher now!

    • @BernadetteTeachesMusic
      @BernadetteTeachesMusic  Рік тому +1

      Thank you, Angie!! 😃❤️ welcome to our uke fam :) we have a Facebook group too! It’s called Ukelandia. You’re welcome to join there and tag me if you have questions :)

  • @lazylester891
    @lazylester891 Рік тому +2

    Just started learning ukulele few days ago, and this is THE best tutorial and tutor! Thank you Brenadette!

  • @sofiadossantos7531
    @sofiadossantos7531 3 роки тому +6

    My first ukulele has arrived! My gift to myself for my fast approaching 38th birthday! Your videos were very influential in learning about the instrument and in choosing the one I decided to go with. I am loving this first lesson! Thank you so much for this content. I love your energy and teaching style!

  • @peterbilling6171
    @peterbilling6171 4 роки тому +13

    Thank you. I don’t have a ukulele yet but the well presented lesson was very helpful and enjoyable. Hopefully I’ll get one soon. Cheers from 🇦🇺

  • @meganchristian5911
    @meganchristian5911 Рік тому +1

    Absolutely love how you teach, and I am definitely putting this as my no. 1 way to learn ukele. So helpful, thank you!

  • @gregoryhirsch4520
    @gregoryhirsch4520 3 роки тому +2

    I love this!! Thank you for helping me get started on my ukelele journey!!! ❤️

  • @musicinthemeadow8744
    @musicinthemeadow8744 4 роки тому +7

    Love it, it’s like the first few days of your first 30 days course, compressed! Nice job as always Bernadette! (Leah)

  • @greekexplorer1138
    @greekexplorer1138 3 роки тому +4

    I've bought a ukulele last week and this was my first lesson Bernadette,Thank you so much ,I'm going to watch and learn all 30lessons and come back with a video myself.

  • @vgreid5977
    @vgreid5977 3 роки тому +1

    This is so amazing! I purchased my ukulele in HI last week and had no idea how to play it. I absolutely love your teaching style. From one who has never touched an instrument to playing with this video, I am beaming with pride. Thank you!

  • @CuriousSnowBunny
    @CuriousSnowBunny 3 роки тому +1

    I havent learned anything new in years and I've always loved music but have a hard time learning instruments because it was hard for me to understand but I actually got it and it really warmed my soul to think I could learn a new skill! Thank you!

  • @tenshidream4859
    @tenshidream4859 2 роки тому +5

    Thank you so much for teaching me my first chords ! This was easy to follow, you are a great teacher =D

  • @christinehiggins971
    @christinehiggins971 4 роки тому +6

    I've been struggling with holding the ukulele, so this has been really helpful, thank you. I will be checking out more of your videos. Love the cat, too.

  • @mariareyna7521
    @mariareyna7521 2 роки тому

    Love it! Thanks so much for the pace and for covering the little details like how to hold the ukulele. It makes a big difference when holding the right way!

  • @yvonnesegers3214
    @yvonnesegers3214 2 роки тому

    Thanks so very much for your precious teachings.

  • @naja_yukii7917
    @naja_yukii7917 3 роки тому +7

    So I am not in lockdown my husband is, However I have got sometime off work Bec of a swollen foot... ik ik too much info anyway I just want to say that you are an amazing teacher I have ADHD and I feel as though you are talking straight too me "look up" you pace the lesson well and I like the instruction.

  • @sleddy01
    @sleddy01 3 роки тому +10

    I love how she yells at me to look up like she can see me through the camera. :)

  • @averie3998
    @averie3998 2 роки тому

    She is soooo sweeeetttt... so graceful

  • @reniejuliamandias1012
    @reniejuliamandias1012 Рік тому

    I am 71. Just want to learn how to play ukulele. Have no music background. Really start from scratch.
    I really enjoy your teaching.
    Thank you very much.

  • @Beautyofcolors
    @Beautyofcolors 4 роки тому +7

    Happy new year, you are incredible, :)you look so beautiful.

  • @richdavis4007
    @richdavis4007 4 роки тому +3

    Looking good, cat and teacher. Lovely pink Enya ukulele. I've been playing ukulele quite a while but still picked up some good tips. Best wishes Ms. Bernadette for a happy and wonderful new year. You brighten UA-cam like no other person and especially ukulele teacher. Rich

    • @SeanVplayer
      @SeanVplayer 4 роки тому +1

      Hi Rich, and Happy New Year.

    • @richdavis4007
      @richdavis4007 4 роки тому +1

      @@SeanVplayer Howdy, friend. Glad to see you. Hope you're doing well and had great holidays. Rich

  • @dezscott46
    @dezscott46 4 роки тому +1

    Been playing now for over 6 months and it's always nice to back to basics just to kick the bad habits . Just started teaching my almost 5 Year old granddaughter how to play so will be following your guidance. keep up the good work and all the best for the new year

  • @pedrosacramento7459
    @pedrosacramento7459 Рік тому

    Absolutely loved this lesson. You rock!!!! With your help I've managed to tune my brand-new ukulele and play the first chords. Thank you so much!!!!

  • @DearHumanity48
    @DearHumanity48 3 роки тому +6

    I hope the cat's getting paid. Also, you're a really good teacher!

  • @deniz9779
    @deniz9779 3 роки тому +3

    Tbh I watched like 6 different ukulele teachers' videos and I only understood and learned properly from this one. Thank you so much you really helped a lot. But something I'm struggling on is stroking the strings with my finger nails, I don't have long nails so they hurt a lot, the sound doesn't sound good and I can't play it smooth and rapidly.

  • @mariajukejax9649
    @mariajukejax9649 4 роки тому +2

    Happy New Year one and all with love and light and music. Lots of music.

  • @haroldbramton2350
    @haroldbramton2350 2 роки тому

    Thank you for posting this video Bernadette! Looking forward to viewing you others. :-)

  • @AnnaAnna-ch5ww
    @AnnaAnna-ch5ww 3 роки тому +9

    The cat really added charm to the video

  • @elbowskin3277
    @elbowskin3277 3 роки тому +6

    I've been reading comments, and I got my Ukulele for Christmas this year, and I finally am getting the chance to play it! (school has been getting in the way.) This lesson was perfect, I have ADHD, and the other lessons were hard to follow and very monotone, but you explain things just as well as you show them! I was getting discouraged with the finger placement for some of the chords, but this lesson was perfect! Thanks so much! (lol ik this video was uploaded before 2021 but I commented anyway)

    • @djfgrace4me
      @djfgrace4me 3 роки тому

      That's it exactly, I didn't realize. I have ADD and can't follow the fingering on a lot of teachings. It is very helpful that she shows the chord from different angles, shows you how to get there from other chords. Plus she gives the graphics.

  • @reiannjoygomez8000
    @reiannjoygomez8000 3 роки тому

    I love learning from you, thaaanks! 🤗

  • @misaki9239
    @misaki9239 2 роки тому +2

    I really love your ukulele lessons. I didn't get my own ukulele for practicing yet but still i'm taking these lessons for some knowledge regarding ukes.

  • @alsautner1732
    @alsautner1732 4 роки тому +3

    Good evening Bernadette. I have been playing now for about two weeks. I understand the cords and feel good about the strumming. I want to someday play like Vesko. He is so good. I was very surprised how he was able to know the notes just by hearing them. How long has he been playing...? When you both are together, you look very happy. You are a great teacher. I love playing. You have got me hooked.

    • @BernadetteTeachesMusic
      @BernadetteTeachesMusic  4 роки тому

      Hi Albert! 👋🏼
      Vasko has been playing ukulele a few years (when he started his channel, I believe), but he already played other instruments.

  • @catgirl6803
    @catgirl6803 2 роки тому +3

    Anyone else not paying attention because you’re watching the cat? 😀

  • @adityakelkar5605
    @adityakelkar5605 4 роки тому +2

    Happy new year, miss B! Looking forward to a lot of fun and learning! Thanks for being awesome as always!

  • @dolladollabillz
    @dolladollabillz 2 роки тому

    You're incredible!!! My 7 year old LOVES this video. I've never seen her so excited to learn her ukulele! You rock!

  • @floxy709
    @floxy709 4 роки тому +3

    do i need a cat? i have two is that ok?

    • @BernadetteTeachesMusic
      @BernadetteTeachesMusic  4 роки тому +1

      You absolutely need a cat. Make sure it looks just as bored as mine.

    • @floxy709
      @floxy709 4 роки тому +1

      @@BernadetteTeachesMusic mine both are not just bored but asleep! doing something right! but one smells weird. ??

  • @robbiemerriweather7093
    @robbiemerriweather7093 Рік тому

    You are an amazing teacher, I'm 57 years old, achieving my goal with you 🎶

  • @basiliopalaming7570
    @basiliopalaming7570 2 роки тому

    Madam Bernadette, you are a jolly teacher and I am not bored listening , watching and absorbing your teachings.

  • @fuzzylambchop
    @fuzzylambchop 2 роки тому

    I'm a retired elementary school music teacher trying to remember how to play. You are wonderful! The old hands aren't quite so supple but you make me want to keep working at it. I love you allusions to Lego hands and a mouse house!

  • @foxxiewyldfyre
    @foxxiewyldfyre 2 роки тому

    I just picked up a Ukulele and have watched several how to play tutorials. not one of them start with the basics of how to hold your instrument. and most start with C and jumt to more complicated chords. I LOVE that you start at the true beginning and take the baby steps that I need. without making me feel dumb. you cover all the things that need covered while instilling a feeling of accomplishment and the feeling that I may actually be able to learn. now if I can find someone with as much patients to teach me to read music haha. I have subscribed and liked and will be watching more and more. you are amazing!!!! AMAZING!!! thank you SO much.

  • @p6ril72
    @p6ril72 4 місяці тому

    Best way to learn the basics on how to play the Ukulele in less than 30 minutes. Bernadette did a longer video a bit more recently, but this one is still great. Thank you very much for all your lessons

  • @francinenunnari5903
    @francinenunnari5903 11 місяців тому

    What a great Teacher!

  • @victoriashoesmith1074
    @victoriashoesmith1074 3 роки тому

    Really enjoyed your your lesson Bernadette - loved the full detail that helped me get it right. Thank you.

  • @AliciaMc89
    @AliciaMc89 11 місяців тому

    You are absolutely delightful. I have just bought my first ukulele to start learning to play and stumbled on this video and it feels like a children’s tv show. You have such a good stage presence and your explanations are clear.

  • @ludmilaprikhodko9795
    @ludmilaprikhodko9795 Рік тому +1

    Oh, my dear! Thanks God I have found you again! I started to learn playing Uke with you a year ago during the isolation time. Then other things interrupted our communication and ohhh here I am again! Happy to restart with your amazing voice and easy ways of teaching the 70 year old student…😂

  • @marcnlou
    @marcnlou Рік тому

    You are awesome and VERY, VERY BEAUTIFUL!! Thank you!

  • @charliecave2674
    @charliecave2674 Рік тому

    You are the most awesome teacher ever!!! You helped me so much when I got out of school I went strait to learning how to play a ukulele and you are the one that I found helped me the most!!