Ukulele Foundations: Back to Basics
In-Person 4-week Course
Dates: Tuesday Evenings in October
Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Location: The Center
Fees: $90 Center Members, $110 General Public
Join us for Ukulele Foundations, a 4-week course on playing the ukulele! In this series, participants will quickly learn fundamental skills such as strumming techniques and chord progressions, to be on their way to learning their favorite song! This class is open to adults and will prepare budding ukulele players for the Center’s ongoing intermediate Ukulele class. All you need is an ukulele!
About Instructor Don Sadler
My interest in 'ukulele, Hawaiian music and culture, began in the 90's with visits to the islands. I began playing 'ukulele in 2002 and later discovered the 'ukulele classes at the Center where I studied 'ukulele and Hawaiian music for over ten years. During that time, I performed with the class at community events and festivals in the Bay Area and Hawaii and filled in as a substitute teacher when needed.
In January of 2013, I accepted the position of instructor for the 'ukulele program. Since then, I have enjoyed teaching beginning and advanced 'ukulele classes at the Center and leading the class in performances throughout the Bay Area. I also enjoy teaching my "Ukulele 101" workshops for students just beginning their ukulele experiences.
While Hawaiian music has remained my passion, I enjoy exploring other styles of music with the 'ukulele, sharing what I have learned with others, and continuing to learn and grow as a musician myself. These are the things that keep me energized and committed to teaching 'ukulele at the Center.