Elderly Instruments Latest - Books - Ukulele Methods http://elderly.com/list/newitems?catlist=270 en-us copyright 2009 Elderly Instruments Sun, 22 Nov 2009 23:58:38 -0500 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 23:58:38 -0500 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss 720 webmaster@elderly.com Sat, 07 Nov 2009 19:00:00 -0500 http://elderly.com/books/items/158-60.htm http://elderly.com/books/items/158-60.htm Sat, 07 Nov 2009 19:00:00 -0500 http://elderly.com/books/items/158-62.htm http://elderly.com/books/items/158-62.htm Sat, 07 Nov 2009 19:00:00 -0500 http://elderly.com/books/items/158-63.htm http://elderly.com/books/items/158-63.htm 64-page stapled book, 8-1/2"x11"; includes standard notation and tablature with 8 ukulele chord grids at the bottom of each page; punched holes to fit a 3-ring binder, uke chord chart. 64 pp. ($2.99) ]]> Fri, 04 Sep 2009 20:00:00 -0400 http://elderly.com/books/items/49-210113.htm http://elderly.com/books/items/49-210113.htm Inspired by their collaborations as performers and instructors, Daniel and Herb present their unique perspectives on the ukulele. Following a brief history of the ukulele, they share ideas on left hand technique, right hand fingerstyle technique, strumming, how to play scales and chords (with 7 pages of chord frames), and effective practicing. Includes 14 traditional, Hawaiian, and original songs for your study and enjoyment. Note/tab. 50 pp. ($15.95) ]]> Sat, 20 Jun 2009 20:00:00 -0400 http://elderly.com/books/items/512-71.htm http://elderly.com/books/items/512-71.htm Inspired by their collaborations as performers and instructors, Daniel and Herb present their second 'ukulele instructional book. In this intermediate-level book, they cover strumming patterns, arpeggios, second position chords, 3rds, 6ths, pentatonic scales, picking and fingering exercises, Hawaiian turnarounds and seven more traditional and original songs for your further study and enjoyment. Note/tab. 52 pp. ($15.95) ]]> Sat, 20 Jun 2009 20:00:00 -0400 http://elderly.com/books/items/512-72.htm http://elderly.com/books/items/512-72.htm Book/CD pack. Follows on from the first volume and teaches important and fun techniques such as the Hawaiian stroke, the thumb roll, the split stroke, the fan stroke, the flamenco stroke, sliding a chord to the next fret up, and more. You'll learn new chords - major, minor, suspended, diminished, 7ths, and inversions, with a 46-chord dictionary included in the appendix. CD includes tuning notes and backing tracks for every lesson, including numerous songs: "Scarborough Fair," "Drunken Sailor," "Oh Susannah," "London Bridge," and others. Chord frames and rhythm notation. 40 pp. ($12.95) ]]> Wed, 03 Jun 2009 20:00:00 -0400 http://elderly.com/books/items/01-996072.htm http://elderly.com/books/items/01-996072.htm An easy-to-follow guide for anyone interested in this popular Hawaiian musical instrument. In ten easy lessons, you'll learn how to read music, strumming techniques, finger exercises, accompaniments, and songs you can sing along to. A glossary and chord chart are included for easy reference. Beginners. 80 pp. ($12.95) ]]> Tue, 28 Apr 2009 20:00:00 -0400 http://elderly.com/books/items/02-2982.htm http://elderly.com/books/items/02-2982.htm A guide to learning how to play one of Hawaii's most popular instruments. Progressively learn all the chords through the playing of fun and familiar songs such as"Sakura," "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star," "Kookaburra," "Skip to My Lou" and "Red River Valley." Hawaiian songs like "Hawaii Ponoi" and "Pua Lililehua," as well as a Hawaiian translation of "Silent Night" are also included. Beginners. 96 pp. ($18.95) ]]> Tue, 28 Apr 2009 20:00:00 -0400 http://elderly.com/books/items/02-8069.htm http://elderly.com/books/items/02-8069.htm Book/CD set. Learn Hawaiian style uke from this series. All tunes are well-known Hawaiian songs, including: "E Waianea," "Kawika," "Lei Nani," "Pua Lililehau," more. Chord structure, arranging traditional songs, transposing keys, where to strum and more are taught. A great resource for traditional Hawaiian music. Note/tab. Beginning/intermediate. 60 pp. ($19.95) ]]> Sat, 07 Mar 2009 19:00:00 -0500 http://elderly.com/books/items/02-8329.htm http://elderly.com/books/items/02-8329.htm Book/CD set. Twelve easy, traditional Hawaiian songs for beginning and intermediate players. Each Hawaiian standard includes complete musical notation, fingering charts, Hawaiian lyrics, and accompanying English translations! Learn how to play: "I Kona," "I Ali'i No 'Oe," "Ku'u Hoa," "'Ainahau," "He U'i," "Pua Carnation," "'Ulupalakua," "Henehene Kou 'Aka," "Hawai'i Aloha," "Aloha 'Oe," "Ka Uluwehi 'O Ke Kai," and "Kaimana Hila." Also includes sections on identifying the parts of the ukulele, tuning, a quick explanation on strumming and picking, the vamp, and an ukulele chord chart. Play along with the CD to master the tunes! ($19.95) ]]> Sat, 07 Mar 2009 19:00:00 -0500 http://elderly.com/books/items/02-8337.htm http://elderly.com/books/items/02-8337.htm Book/CD set. This quick, case size, 8 page book offers the basics of ukulele and a few tunes. Information on tuning, music essentials, basic chords, and basic maintenance. The CD helps you tune and hear the songs you will be learning. Songs include "Mary Had A Little Lamb," "Kaimana Hila," more. A great beginners guide. ($7.95) ]]> Sat, 07 Mar 2009 19:00:00 -0500 http://elderly.com/books/items/02-8353.htm http://elderly.com/books/items/02-8353.htm Book/CD set. In the third installment of the series advanced chords, strum patterns and scales are presented. Tunes include "Mauna Loa," "Wailele O Akaka (Akaka Falls)," "Green Rose Hula," and many more. A great series for those looking to learn Hawaiian style ukulele and traditional Hawaiian tunes. Beginning/intermediate. 52 pp. ($19.95) ]]> Sat, 07 Mar 2009 19:00:00 -0500 http://elderly.com/books/items/02-8388.htm http://elderly.com/books/items/02-8388.htm Book/2 CD pack. All the know-how that's needed to play the uke by "ear" for beginners and intermediate players. Includes 23 Hawaiian-style songs to practice with. With a tuned uke in hand, you can play almost instantly. Comb-bound. Chord diagrams and rhythm notation. 64 pp. ($19.95) ]]> Wed, 11 Feb 2009 19:00:00 -0500 http://elderly.com/books/items/541-12.htm http://elderly.com/books/items/541-12.htm