Ukulele Adventures (Grades K-1) Fridays

  • Ukulele
71 E 94th St, New York, NY 10128, USA
Feb 03 2025
Jun 13 2025
Cost Single Day Drop-In $45.00
$650.00 $600.00

For 15 remaining sessions $600.00

  1. Mon 
  2. Tue 
  3. Wed 
  4. Thu 
  5. Fri2:30 - 5:30 pm
  6. Sat 
  7. Sun 

Description

Ukulele Adventures

Taught by Hawk's Nest Teacher Ms. Myasia

Course Overview:

Welcome to Ukulele Adventures, where young musicians embark on a delightful musical journey! This class is perfect for budding artists eager to explore the ukulele, a friendly and engaging instrument that sparks creativity and joy. Throughout the course, students will develop foundational skills in playing the ukulele, including tuning, strumming, and basic chord progressions, setting the stage for a lifelong love of music.

Ukulele Class Instrument Requirement:

Students participating in the ukulele class will need to have their own instruments. To make this accessible for everyone, I recommend the Martin Smith UK-222-BK Soprano Ukulele in Black. This model is an affordable option, priced under $25, and is suitable for beginners. It offers a great balance of quality and affordability, making it an ideal choice for young learners. You can find the link to purchase this ukulele at https://a.co/d/2Dtxjt3. Happy strumming!

Impact on Education and Personal Growth:

Participating in Ukulele Adventures offers numerous educational and personal benefits for young learners. Music education has been shown to enhance cognitive development, improve memory, and boost language skills. As students learn to play the ukulele, they will also develop fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. Beyond academic growth, this course fosters self-expression, creativity, and confidence. By providing a supportive and fun environment, students are encouraged to explore their musical potential and build meaningful connections with their peers, contributing to a sense of community and belonging.

Sample Lessons:

  • Tuning Techniques: Students will learn how to properly tune their ukuleles, ensuring their instruments are always ready for beautiful music-making.
  • Strumming Patterns: Explore a variety of strumming techniques that will bring songs to life, allowing students to express themselves musically.
  • Basic Chord Progressions: Master essential chords and progressions, empowering students to play a wide range of simple songs.
  • Introduction to Improvisation: Encourage creativity by introducing basic improvisation, inspiring students to experiment with their own musical ideas.
  • Songwriting Fun: Begin the exciting journey of songwriting, where students will learn to craft their own melodies and lyrics.

 

Please Note: This course is nonrefundable after 02/14/2025.

Program Schedule:

  • Students have a supervised snack period in the HCCS cafeteria from 2:20pm to 2:45pm.
  • Instructional sessions are scheduled from 2:45pm to 4:00pm, followed by a brief transition period for students from 4:00pm to 4:15pm.
  • After classes and transitioning, students can participate in various engaging after-school activities from 4:15pm to 5:30pm.
  • Options include joining student clubs, studying in the HCES library (for grades 2-6) or attending storytelling sessions (for grades K-1), and having free play in the cafeteria or courtyard.

Class dates

02/07/2025, 02/14/2025, 02/28/2025, 03/07/2025, 03/14/2025, 03/21/2025, 03/28/2025, 04/04/2025, 04/11/2025, 04/25/2025, 05/02/2025, 05/09/2025, 05/16/2025, 05/23/2025, 05/30/2025, 06/06/2025, 06/13/2025

Restrictions

Participants must be entering grades kindergarten to 1.

Program enrollment capacity

Minimum: 8

Maximum: 10

Registration period

Registration starts on 12/04/2024 and ends on 06/13/2025.

In-person location

71 E 94th St, New York, NY 10128, USA

Room: 133

Registration