On Saturday, June 7th I’ll present my first workshops at the Holy Grail of acoustic instruments, Elderly Instruments in Lansing, Michigan.

1-2 pm: Play Ukulele By Ear Vol. 1 (All Levels)
Get the most out of your uke experience by learning to play ukulele by ear. This entertaining and informative workshop will give you the tools you need to tap into your innate musical abilities. Playing by ear is easy, fun, and it will propel your understanding of how music works to a new level. This workshop will make you a better listener and student! All skill levels welcome, however, knowledge of basic chord shapes (C F G7) is helpful.

2:15-3:15 pm: Uke By Ear Jam (All Levels)
When people take up the ukulele they want to play songs right now! In this fun and interactive workshop you’ll learn to do just that. Starting with the basics of rhythm and timing, Jim will lead the group through popular songs from one to four chords in structure, in the genres of rock, pop, folk and blues. This is the fast track to also learning how to play together with others in a group by ear.

Saturday , June 07, 2014
1:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Location: Elderly Instruments
1100 N. Washington St., Lansing, Michigan