I set out to do a three-part series on ‘understanding chords’ (link to YouTube playlist … links to transcripts on this page below the videos) and got it done in time for the annual Utah Uke Fest, which was held virtually this year. Here are all three videos …

Here are links to the transcripts from each of the videos:

  1. Top 5 Tips to Avoid Chord Overwhelm
  2. Can We Demystify Chords in 7 Steps?
  3. 10 Ways Satisfying Melodies Interact with Chords (with Examples Taken from Popular Tunes)

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Ryan's favorite starter ukulele: The Enya Nova U Concert Ukulele 23” on Amazon sounds great, is easy to play, in tune and nearly indestructable. "I left it in the car through the heat of summer to see what would happen, and it still plays beautifully."

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