What Athena brings
- Instructor, curriculum, and lesson plans
- Ukuleles for each participant to use during class
- Chord charts, song sheets, tuners, and instrument-care supplies
- Program preparation and ongoing support
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Ukulele Club
Grab a ukulele, learn your first chords, and start strumming!
Grades 2–8
Course description
What students make and do
Grab a ukulele and start making music! Students learn beginner chords, strumming patterns, and simple melodies through familiar songs, rhythm games, and group playing. They explore how to hold and care for their instruments, read chord charts, and change chords to a steady beat. Along the way, students put their new skills together as they prepare a short ensemble performance. No previous musical experience is needed, and ukuleles are provided for use during class!
- Learn instrument handling, string names, and playing position
- Read chord diagrams and practice beginner chord shapes
- Keep a steady beat with different strumming patterns
- Play melodies and strum along to familiar songs
- Put it all together in a group performance!
Sample program path
How the course can develop
- 01Get to know the instrument and learn to hold, handle, and strum it
- 02Read chord diagrams and accompany a song with a first chord
- 03Add chord shapes and practice changes at a manageable tempo
- 04Develop strumming patterns and explore short melodies
- 05Combine accompaniment and melody parts in a group arrangement
- 06Rehearse and share a short ensemble performance
How we adapt it
Adapted for age, experience, and schedule.
Younger beginners use short practice rounds, visual chord diagrams, and simple strumming parts. Older students explore more chord changes, varied rhythms, and melody playing. Students with experience can take on additional chords or lead a melody while beginners play a simpler accompaniment. Short formats introduce the instrument through a shared song; longer programs develop a small set of ensemble pieces.
Program logistics
What Athena brings and what the site provides.
What the site provides
- A classroom or activity room where acoustic music is permitted
- Chairs and enough space for students to play comfortably
- Clear access for the instructor to assist individual students; armless chairs are preferred
Ukuleles and instructional materials are provided for use during class. No previous musical experience is required.
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