Ok. I've been practicing the uke for a week now. I'm not frustrated by my slow progression, since I already expected that, but I wanted to study smart. I just watched 3 of your videos and your tips are gold! Thanks!
c00kie.subliminals hey man I just wanted to see if he kept practicing, I don’t think you would normally say you’re gonna update we were just interested.
A concert one, or specifically s fender zuma concert ukulele :> Was a bit pricier than what I think most people just starting ukulele would choose, but it sounds and looks great, haven't really got any regrets ^^
I’m seventy four and in lockdown.So decided to do something different and sent off for a uke.Fingers are a bit stiff etc and was finding A to G nightmarish but your tutorial helps a lot.Will keep on trying lol.
I realize this was posted a few years ago, but i had to comment. I tried to start learning a couple of years ago and got frustrated with chord transitions and got busy at work. I'm 53 and have never played an instrument and was trying to learn on my own because I've been told how easy it by several people. I've tried to pick it up another time, which resulted in the same frustration. I stumbled upon a neighbor that's part of a community uke group, which I've joined. So I've started learning again. I practice daily, and I am improving but still struggling with transitions. I was so happy to find this video. Your pointers make so much sense. It will be part of my daily practice going forward. I'm pretty excited about my chances for success. Thank you so much.
Thank you so much! I can't figure out what was wrong every time i try to change chords but after watching this i realize that i take my hands off the uke too much when changing chords. This really helps!
When I first played ukulele, it was in music class. We learnt 3 songs; Don't tear my heart, In the jungle and another one I don't remember. I had a broken arm so i failed miserably. My music teach just said- copy of the board and just play. I learnt nothing
Super helpful. Thank you!!!! Pulling my fingers off and reforming each chord was getting me nowhere. You rock for explaining the simple stuff us beginners just don't think about and yet is so basic that experienced friends never think to tell you. Thank you!!
Your tutorial of changing chords not only thought me on changing chords but also on bringing change in my life. I can not change how the chords are just like i cannot change other people but i can change myself. By making the transition fast and smooth i can change my life for the better. Just like you said HAVE PATIENCE. Thank you.
Elise thank you so much for the advice!!! I just started ukulele and I really appreciate it!!! Thank you!! Also you were part of the reason I wanted to learn ukulele! I just thought it was so cool and fun and it looked easy to learn!
I know you get these comments constantly but this has really helped me. I felt frustred after couple days (I know, not much time but still) because other teachers / tutorials started with "press at once". So the "attack the next chord from the skies" was the approach. But this one by one, I am already much much faster after one day. I understand there is a limit but eventually I know it will switch to all at once, already some fingers land at the same time in some chords. The key is that this is much more approachable to practice. You start slow and get faster and more precise after 10, 100, 500.. etc. chord changes. Thank you
I’m trying to learn riptide for my first song on ukulele and going from am to g is hard especially when I just got my uke. I’m probably rushing and forcing myself But I’m left handed too and most vids I watch confuse me. :/
Newbie, was cruising through the chords (Am, F, G, C, G7, then even D, Em)...but HIT A BRICK WALL on Dm7 and E7 (Imagine by John Lennon). Fingers literally would not do it while playing. This video helped so much so quickly- many thanks!
Thank you so much for this. I'm a beginner and I have been struggling with the transition from c to g..and within watching this and a few times it's coming a lot easier.
4:35 Actually, there IS a kind of number, I picked it up on youtube from a channel unrelated to music. If you want to start progressing in something, do it 200 times. After about 200 full-hearted attempts you'll start to grasp it. This "rule" is not absolutely universal but in very many cases gives a solid starting point.
Thank you so much for this video...solid advice. I was already figuring this out for some transitions, but I needed some reminding for those that were frustrating me. Practice, practice, practice! Already improving. You are adorable and I enjoy your channel. Thanks again!
Tysm! I watched this video when I was just starting ukulele and about a week later, I got it! I’ve been playing ukulele for 3 months now and without i probably wouldn’t be able to switch chords! Ty
Elise, I'd like to thank you so much! I got an Ukulele for Christmas, and I was worried i wouldn't learn it. But then I stumbled upon you. Thanks to you, it's going really smoothly! Also, you are an amazing girl, don't mind the haters, they are just jealous of your awesome singing voice and your talent for playing! Keep this up, I say you will be famous in the future! 💖
When i bought my ukulele i already knew this chanel that's why i learn how to play it tnx elise for all of those tutorials and covers i really inspires me to play ukulele
Hi I have just picked up Banjo/Ukulele. Your videos are a great help to my learning an instrument. You have inspired me not to give up. To keep going so big Thank You.
I’m really glad that I found your tutorials, I’ve learned a lot from it, you’ve given me hope to try to play again and now I’m always looking out to your videos. Thank you so much for this! continue inspiring others.
oh! thanks! i’ve never thought of it that way actually. i can transition from one chord to another kinda quickly, but i always pull off my fingers from the frets! so this helps a lot actually.
I don't have my uke yet but i am getting mine tomorrow so i have been watching your tutorials so I know some chords and how to transition between chords
Really helpful got a learner uku about 10 months ago but never played but watching your vids I sayed practice hard to be as good and am to g was really hard for me so thank you so much
very helpful, thank you Elise! (And to the haters, seriously?? You tell strangers who are simply making helpful videos, horrible things about them simply because YOU have nothing better to do...)
Hey!!Elise😘....m a starter ukulele player...got a cute little uke n been practicing for lyk 2 days...n just watched ur videos ..thn I started feelin lyk..hey girl u can also do d tricky progression thing after doin a lot of practice.. D way u make everything n everyone clear about ukulele,it's totally remarkable...n wanna bring smthg that...every songs u play r super audible n incredibly charismatic...luv u.🤗😍😘...hope,m gonna strum along with singing a song....(soon,think😊)
The way you form the chords on ukulele and guitar are different. Each instrument will have it's own way to play the chords. For example, a C chord on ukulele requires one finger, while the guitar requires three fingers for the C chord.
@@cactaii6068 it will not sound the same, since the string of the guitar have other notes progression (E, A, D, G, B, E). If you do the Ukulele's G chord on a guitar, well that's the D chord so the sound it's different. Also, on the guitar is pretty hard to find chord with just one finger on a string, there are some, but those aren't the basic chords (C, D, E, F, G, A, B nor Cm, Dm, Em, Fm, Gm, AM, Bm) Also, yes if you play the Ukulele's G chord and guitar's G chord, will sound like the same G chord since the notes are all the same for any instrument and vocals but sometimes you need to do some arrangements depending the instrument your playing, since every instrument haver their own particular sound.
I've just "stolen" ukulele from my dad :D so now i need a lot of practice, because i have never played ani instrument expect of flute, which were many moooooons ago. your videos are really helpful, thank you very much :)
Darn it! I wish this would have been posted sooner. I’ve managed to figure it out by myself but this would have been so helpful! Thanks for the extra information!
I'm a Keyboard player and I can understand this video, I don't know SONGS but when I do play fast I go for Chord inversions or I'll play 1 note one the Bass and improv on the Melody (it's hard to explain) I been playing for over 10 years just vibing out to some jams, Keyboards is easy for me! I play intense chord changes when I jamming.
Thank you soooooo much you made playing uke 100000000000000000000000000000000000% much easier best uke teacher ever. Please heart my comment that with make me sooooo happy 😃
Ok.
I've been practicing the uke for a week now. I'm not frustrated by my slow progression, since I already expected that, but I wanted to study smart. I just watched 3 of your videos and your tips are gold!
Thanks!
UPDATE?!
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c00kie.subliminals hey man I just wanted to see if he kept practicing, I don’t think you would normally say you’re gonna update we were just interested.
Ur the reason why I started ukulele
Nature4 life same
Same!! I just got my ukulele today and I love it so much, going through her tutorials right now to learn ^^
Pearly P Lucky! What type of Ukulele did you get?
A concert one, or specifically s fender zuma concert ukulele :> Was a bit pricier than what I think most people just starting ukulele would choose, but it sounds and looks great, haven't really got any regrets ^^
Same
I’m seventy four and in lockdown.So decided to do something different and sent off for a uke.Fingers are a bit stiff etc and was finding A to G nightmarish but your tutorial helps a lot.Will keep on trying lol.
update??
How are you getting on now ? Just started curious
Could you please do a tutorial for one of these songs?♥😭
1.We Dont Believe Whats On TV
2. Build M e Up Buttercup
3Somewhere over the rainbow
She’s done one for somewhere over the rainbow, not sure for the other two though :) hope that helped
we don't believe whats on tv is actually quite easy it was the first song I learnt:)
We don’t believe what’s on tv is riptide
Masahiro Burgos no it is not
epicgamer lilly riptide has the same cords like we don’t believe what’s on tv
Guess clicking fast is my specialty when it comes to your videos! I love you and keep on inspiring!!! 😍 😘
I like how she makes the beginners feel like they can do it😭😍
We love you Elise~ 😁💝
I've always had a problem changing from G to Em! This helped me sm thanks Elise!
You're welcome!!:)
You are what makes TH-cam such a great platform to learn. new skills - a first rate teacher - a first rate human!
I realize this was posted a few years ago, but i had to comment. I tried to start learning a couple of years ago and got frustrated with chord transitions and got busy at work. I'm 53 and have never played an instrument and was trying to learn on my own because I've been told how easy it by several people. I've tried to pick it up another time, which resulted in the same frustration. I stumbled upon a neighbor that's part of a community uke group, which I've joined. So I've started learning again. I practice daily, and I am improving but still struggling with transitions. I was so happy to find this video. Your pointers make so much sense. It will be part of my daily practice going forward. I'm pretty excited about my chances for success. Thank you so much.
Thank you so much for this video ma’am, 6 years later and your video is still helping people. God bless you! ❤✝️
Could you do a tutorial of We Don’t Believe What’s On TV on ukulele?
super helpful!
Yay! I'm happy to hear that!!:)
DancingNobody I
Yes i agree
omg chanhee as ur pfp hi
Best chord shifting concept.. thanks.. now it may correct my misfire chords when changing keeping fingers in air.. love from india.. ❤️
Thank you so much! I can't figure out what was wrong every time i try to change chords but after watching this i realize that i take my hands off the uke too much when changing chords. This really helps!
Just found your channel! Been playin uke for 3 years, your channel is Amazing!!!!
Thank you!! Welcome to the channel!!:)
When I first played ukulele, it was in music class. We learnt 3 songs; Don't tear my heart, In the jungle and another one I don't remember. I had a broken arm so i failed miserably. My music teach just said- copy of the board and just play. I learnt nothing
Super helpful. Thank you!!!! Pulling my fingers off and reforming each chord was getting me nowhere. You rock for explaining the simple stuff us beginners just don't think about and yet is so basic that experienced friends never think to tell you. Thank you!!
Thank you I needed this for guitar!! 💕💕
You're welcome!!:)
Your tutorial of changing chords not only thought me on changing chords but also on bringing change in my life.
I can not change how the chords are just like i cannot change other people but i can change myself.
By making the transition fast and smooth i can change my life for the better.
Just like you said HAVE PATIENCE.
Thank you.
I have been struggling to learn the uke for a while. This little video as been a real breakthrough for me. Thanks!
Elise thank you so much for the advice!!! I just started ukulele and I really appreciate it!!! Thank you!!
Also you were part of the reason I wanted to learn ukulele! I just thought it was so cool and fun and it looked easy to learn!
OMG! I just started learning and this helps so much! It’s almost like Elise read my mind😂 thank youuuu!
Love from India!
Early
I love you more!
I know you get these comments constantly but this has really helped me. I felt frustred after couple days (I know, not much time but still) because other teachers / tutorials started with "press at once". So the "attack the next chord from the skies" was the approach. But this one by one, I am already much much faster after one day. I understand there is a limit but eventually I know it will switch to all at once, already some fingers land at the same time in some chords.
The key is that this is much more approachable to practice. You start slow and get faster and more precise after 10, 100, 500.. etc. chord changes.
Thank you
I've said this before, you are incredible at teaching. It's like you understand what the beginner is going through and what to expect. TY
I’m trying to learn riptide for my first song on ukulele and going from am to g is hard especially when I just got my uke. I’m probably rushing and forcing myself
But I’m left handed too and most vids I watch confuse me. :/
How good are you now? I want an update.
I’m also learning riptide as my first song as well
Greetings! Im a lefty and learned to play the ukulele like right handed people for easier learning.
i am a lefty and all i had was a right handed one so i used that. it was hard but yeah
ukuchords is a great website for lefthanded chords here
ukuchords.com/
Newbie, was cruising through the chords (Am, F, G, C, G7, then even D, Em)...but HIT A BRICK WALL on Dm7 and E7 (Imagine by John Lennon). Fingers literally would not do it while playing. This video helped so much so quickly- many thanks!
Thank you, such a good help! ❤
riptide was the first thing i learned 😅
You're welcome!! I'm glad it helped!:)
I just bought an ukelele and i started yesterday and because of your video , riptide by Vance Joy, i can play it
THANKYOU 🙏🏼
Riptide is my favourite song and I just got a ukulele so this video was really helpful
Thank you so much for this. I'm a beginner and I have been struggling with the transition from c to g..and within watching this and a few times it's coming a lot easier.
4:35 Actually, there IS a kind of number, I picked it up on youtube from a channel unrelated to music. If you want to start progressing in something, do it 200 times. After about 200 full-hearted attempts you'll start to grasp it. This "rule" is not absolutely universal but in very many cases gives a solid starting point.
Thank you so much for this video...solid advice. I was already figuring this out for some transitions, but I needed some reminding for those that were frustrating me. Practice, practice, practice! Already improving. You are adorable and I enjoy your channel. Thanks again!
thank you! ive been having trouble with this for a while and this really helps!
I'm so happy to hear that!! You're welcome!!:)
Tysm! I watched this video when I was just starting ukulele and about a week later, I got it! I’ve been playing ukulele for 3 months now and without i probably wouldn’t be able to switch chords! Ty
Elise, I'd like to thank you so much! I got an Ukulele for Christmas, and I was worried i wouldn't learn it. But then I stumbled upon you. Thanks to you, it's going really smoothly!
Also, you are an amazing girl, don't mind the haters, they are just jealous of your awesome singing voice and your talent for playing! Keep this up, I say you will be famous in the future! 💖
When i bought my ukulele i already knew this chanel that's why i learn how to play it tnx elise for all of those tutorials and covers i really inspires me to play ukulele
i am teaching a girl how to play the ukulele this really helped me learn how to teach her how to get chord changes, thank you Elise.
Sooooo thankful for this video! I've been struggling going from f to g and g to f. This is extremely helpful!
Hi I have just picked up Banjo/Ukulele. Your videos are a great help to my learning an instrument. You have inspired me not to give up. To keep going so big Thank You.
My dear,
keep in mind that you are the most important supporter of my ukulele learning process. Thank you very much. Elise FTW!!!!
I’m really glad that I found your tutorials, I’ve learned a lot from it, you’ve given me hope to try to play again and now I’m always looking out to your videos. Thank you so much for this! continue inspiring others.
This helped me so much to learn! I started playing the ukulele about an hour ago
Hello Elise! I love u soooo much and my friend is lending me her ukulele over the summer!! Thanks so much for being my inspiration! Love u! :)
Such a helpful video. Thank you :D
you're welcome!!:)
I'm buying my first ukulele in 2 days and I'm educating myself by watching your videos haha
oh! thanks! i’ve never thought of it that way actually. i can transition from one chord to another kinda quickly, but i always pull off my fingers from the frets! so this helps a lot actually.
i know this was a year ago but i just got my ukulele and i think it’s going great but changing the chords is the biggest problem for me:((
I don't have my uke yet but i am getting mine tomorrow so i have been watching your tutorials so I know some chords and how to transition between chords
Really helpful got a learner uku about 10 months ago but never played but watching your vids I sayed practice hard to be as good and am to g was really hard for me so thank you so much
very helpful, thank you Elise! (And to the haters, seriously?? You tell strangers who are simply making helpful videos, horrible things about them simply because YOU have nothing better to do...)
you should do a cover of “the night we met” by lord huron from 13 reasons why , i’m in a talent show next month and i wanted to play it :)❤️
anna g smith how did it go?
How's your show?
Did you do good
girl HOW DID THE SHOW GO we wanna know
@Vanilla Pusheen creamsicle ? Lmaooo
i got my first ukulele yesterday and your channel has helped so much omg
You have an amazing amount of knowledge for a young person.
Thanks Elise I got better at changing chords.
you're welcome!:)
Elise Ecklund I'm xoozoo from younow
Hey!!Elise😘....m a starter ukulele player...got a cute little uke n been practicing for lyk 2 days...n just watched ur videos ..thn I started feelin lyk..hey girl u can also do d tricky progression thing after doin a lot of practice.. D way u make everything n everyone clear about ukulele,it's totally remarkable...n wanna bring smthg that...every songs u play r super audible n incredibly charismatic...luv u.🤗😍😘...hope,m gonna strum along with singing a song....(soon,think😊)
I just got my uk today and i’m think i found the love of my life ❤️❤️
Omg tysm! Your videos help me so much on ukulele!!
This is super helpful thank you! G to F has been sooo hard for me to figure out and anything to E has felt completely impossible!
This girl is why I want to play the uke, I’m getting one soon, and I am definitely gonna watch ur videos coz I’m a beginner c:
Thank you for your lovely service to the world, attitude of gratitude!♾♾♾😍
thank you so much for that. you're the best! hope you have a great rest of your day!
This video changed my life. Thank you Elise.
One question:
Do Ukeleles and Guitars have same chords, etc.?
*btw notice me senpai-*
The way you form the chords on ukulele and guitar are different. Each instrument will have it's own way to play the chords. For example, a C chord on ukulele requires one finger, while the guitar requires three fingers for the C chord.
Elise Ecklund but like, if a guitar plays a G chord, would their G chord also be the same as a ukulele’s G chord, just played differently?
cactaii it would sound similar I think but the way you play the chords is different
cactaii it should sound the the same Because it’s the same note. A different octave but the same not
@@cactaii6068 it will not sound the same, since the string of the guitar have other notes progression (E, A, D, G, B, E). If you do the Ukulele's G chord on a guitar, well that's the D chord so the sound it's different. Also, on the guitar is pretty hard to find chord with just one finger on a string, there are some, but those aren't the basic chords (C, D, E, F, G, A, B nor Cm, Dm, Em, Fm, Gm, AM, Bm)
Also, yes if you play the Ukulele's G chord and guitar's G chord, will sound like the same G chord since the notes are all the same for any instrument and vocals but sometimes you need to do some arrangements depending the instrument your playing, since every instrument haver their own particular sound.
I am trying to teach a very young grandson and this helps a lot. Thanks.
thanks :3
you're welcome!!:)
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I'm thinking about buying and playing ukulele because of you and a few others so thank you
I got my ukulele yesterday! Your vlogs are helping me a lot ☺️☺️
Your positive, and that makes all the difference
Bought Ukulele because your tutorial are easy and I have learnt shape of you also.
I can play rip tide but every time I come from a to g I have to stop to put my fingers on g😰
ikr I have this same problem
My god I relate
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Thank you for teaching me how to shift chords on the ukulele and it helps me on how to read notes fast
Me 2 months after getting my ukulele: On G chord when changes to C *squak*
After watching this video: Changes chord soomthly...
TYSM!
Xx rossaa xX my biggest difficulty right now and I’m getting so frustrated is F to G and A to G. I want to tear my hair out.
i have ukulele class tomorrow this was very hrlpful now i am confident
I've just "stolen" ukulele from my dad :D so now i need a lot of practice, because i have never played ani instrument expect of flute, which were many moooooons ago. your videos are really helpful, thank you very much :)
thank you i've been struggling with changing to the d chord in songs and this is helpful
I don't have ukulele but i'm still addicted to your videos! Hope to have soon : (
I literally dont need any app cause your vids are so much more than enough❤
Darn it! I wish this would have been posted sooner. I’ve managed to figure it out by myself but this would have been so helpful! Thanks for the extra information!
I am getting my first baby uke on Thursday June 28 2018!! Because you inspired me (it’s a concert and it’s by Ellen ukulele and it’s mahogany)
dude i never have time to watch your videos anymore
i miss you
Thank you so much now I can play songs with my ukulele I love you soo much I subscribed and turned on the notifications bell!
See this beautiful person on the screen?-
She made me want to learn the ukulele
*thank you*
Your vids are so helpful I just went through dozens of them
welp i started playing the uke 4 days ago and i rlly struggle with quick transitions but i practise often so i hope ill get the hang of it one day :3
I just bought that same ukulele because of you I love your channel so much and I'm currently trying to learn giant woman
you are my inspiration for playing the uke. thank you for all the help. you're are awesome :)
I love how if you scroll through all the comments she has liked every single one that is so sweet and she is so nice
Thanks for walking me through thus. I find your videos really encouraging and useful!
Thanks so much. I’m trying to learn the ukulele and you’re my inspiration
Love u Elise xx Your so insperational to young singers/songwriters and you are jist genuenly amazing
You have the best tutorials and wonderful tips!
Fall away tutorial pleaseeeeee!?
It's my favourite tøp song and more rapping for you to enjoy!
Thanks a lot, very helpful video and really increased my confidence to make chord changes
This video was super helpful. I really struggled with note changes and I did what you said and I am a lot better thanks😁
I'm a Keyboard player and I can understand this video, I don't know SONGS but when I do play fast I go for Chord inversions or I'll play 1 note one the Bass and improv on the Melody (it's hard to explain)
I been playing for over 10 years just vibing out to some jams, Keyboards is easy for me! I play intense chord changes when I jamming.
I’m finding G and E really hard!!!! I can’t get my brain to do it!! However you’re voice calms me down I love it 😂😂
I have a ukulele and because of you I know how to play a little part of twinkle twinkle little star! Thanks!
Thank you soooooo much you made playing uke 100000000000000000000000000000000000% much easier best uke teacher ever.
Please heart my comment that with make me sooooo happy 😃
you're so sweet! Thank you
This was uploaded on
my birthday! I had a lot of fun today :)