Question 1

Do I need to buy a ukulele for this course?

Accepted Answer

No, you do not need to buy a ukulele for this course, but you will need a have a ukulele so that you can practice at your home. That is why, for a small fee and deposit, you can hire a ukulele from us. Or you could borrow one from a friend. Or you can rent a ukulele via the Fatllama website.

Question 2

How many people will be on the course?

Accepted Answer

Maximum 6 students.

Question 3

How long is the course?

Accepted Answer

The course runs for six weeks. Each session is 75 mins long (1 hour 15 mins).

Question 4

How much is it to hire a ukulele from you?

Accepted Answer

The cost to hire a ukulele from us for the duration of the course is £15 plus a returnable deposit of £15.

Question 5

Do I need to know how to read music?

Accepted Answer

No, you do not need to know how to read music, this course if for complete beginners.

Question 6

Is there a minimum age for joining?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there is a minimum age. The course if for those 16+ y/o

Question 7

If I have prior ukulele experience can I join?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but the course is aimed at complete beginners and with be paced accordingly. Thus you may find that you will not learn anything new on this course.

Question 8

What is the most important thing I need to learn to play the ukulele?

Accepted Answer

Time is the most important thing. You need time to practice the ukulele at your home everyday.

Question 9

What if I cannot make all 6 classes?

Accepted Answer

The course is arranged so that each week builds on the knowledge covered in the previous week.
So, If you are a quick learner and think that you will able to catch up, in the case that you miss  1 or two lesson, then it would be OK to miss a lesson a lesson or 2.
But if you are a slow learner then i

Question 10

Can I bring my dog?

Accepted Answer

Sorry, no you can not bring your dog.

Question 11

What if I've never played a musical instrument before?

Accepted Answer

That does not matter as the course is aimed at complete beginners.

Question 12

What if I don't have a ukulele?

Accepted Answer

You could borrow one from a friend or hire one.
For a small fee and deposit, you can hire a ukulele from us. Or you can rent a ukulele via the Fatllama website

Question 13

Is it ok to drink alcohol in the session?

Accepted Answer

Sorry, no alcohol allowed,

Question 14

What kind of songs will I learn to play on the ukulele on this course?

Accepted Answer

Pop songs from the 1950 – 1980s as well as children’s songs.
There will also be a chance for each student to choose any song of their liking, that they would like to learn to play.  If possible we will work towards being able to play the by the end of the course.

Question 15

Are these sessions for Adults or for Kids?

Accepted Answer

These sessions are for those aged 16+ y/o.

Question 16

Is the venue wheelchair accessible?

Accepted Answer

Sorry, no the venue is not wheelchair accessible?

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