Uke Can Do It!: Developing Your School Ukulele Program

by Philip Tamberino

Overview

At the elementary or secondary level, students can use the ukulele to explore everything from music theory, improvisation, composition, and ear training, to repertoire that includes contemporary popular music. At a lesser expense than any other instrument which can do as much, the ukulele is perfect for breathing fresh air into any music program.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781475804157
Publisher:	Bloomsbury Academic
Publication date:	04/15/2014
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	124
Product dimensions:	6.10(w) x 9.20(h) x 0.50(d)

About the Author

Philip Tamberino is developer of the first known classroom ukulele programs in the New York metro area and teaches classroom, instrumental, and vocal music in public school. Visit the author's web page for Uke Can Do It! at http://ukecandoit.ning.com/

Table of Contents

Preface Acknowledgements Introduction PART I: Getting Started 1. Overview What is the Ukulele? Where Can the Ukulele Fit In Schools? Why Include the Ukulele in Music Education? 2. Becoming Ukulele Literate Getting Your Own Ukulele Basics of Playing the Ukulele Listening Guide Who’s Who? Next Steps 3. Starting a School Program What is Your Goal? Making a Pitch Funding and Parental Involvement Guidelines for Student Instruments PART II: Up and Running 4. Classroom Management Setting Up the Room Using Shared Instruments Tuning Instruments Language and Terminology Managing Student Behavior Promoting Home Practice Maintenance and Repairs 5. Introducing Students to the Ukulele Accommodating (Special) Learners First Session with Instruments 6. Technical Sequence Strumming and Picking Fretting and Related Techniques 7. Applications in Classroom Music Reading Rhythms Reading Treble Staff Pitches Matching Pitch While Singing Analyzing Harmony Recognizing Intervals, Chords, and Chord Changes by Ear Improvising Composing Illustrating Acoustic Principles and Music Theory Concepts Accompanying Students in Dalcroze/Music-and-Movement Activities Incorporating Ukulele into Orff Schulwerk Activities 8. Ukuleles in Performance Choosing Repertoire Arranging Music Chord “Tricks” Accompaniment Promoting the Program Appendix One- and Two-Chord Songs Beginner Chords Beginner Chords (modified) Scales 150 Chords Diagrams with Fingering Glossary Index

Editorial Reviews

Thanks to Tamberino's teaching, I have successfully incorporated ukulele instruction in my methods classes with great success. Tamberino's text is full of practical ideas which will enrich your teaching and foster student learning. Hands-on learning at its best!

Joseph A. De Leo

Uke Can Do It will prove to be an invaluable resource to anyone who is thinking of starting a ukulele program at their school. Phil has thought of everything—from gathering support and funding to accessible repertoire to final performances—and presented it in a friendly guide that will be useful to teachers just starting a program and to those who are already enjoying the instrument with their students. Starting a uke program is a big undertaking with even bigger rewards; Uke Can Do It makes it a manageable, guaranteed-to-succeed project for anyone who wants to give it a try.

Rachel Knataitis-Dobbs

Well written and better than most I've seen...a meaningful effort to promote 'ukulele education.

Byron K. Yasui

Philip Tamberino's guide to including the ukulele as a significant component of the school music program is comprehensive, inspirational and informative...a wonderful resource for all music educators.

Victor V. Bobetsky

Uke Can Do It! provides everything music educators need to develop a ukulele program in their school, including...a guide for first time ukulele buyers, beginner instruction in how to play the ukulele.. . .strategies for proposing and outfitting a ukulele program, classroom management tips, scales and chord charts with fingering, and more.

Music Educators Journal

Philip Tamberino has made a remarkable impact on music education and music-making across the country. This success stems from the ukulele’s accessibility, and I’ve witnessed firsthand how the ukulele can foster a lifelong love for making and appreciating music. This excitement around music-making is a testament to the power of this small, yet mighty, instrument—and to the enduring influence of Tamberino’s work.

Izzet Mergen

Uke Can Do It! provides everything music educators need to develop a ukulele program in their school, including...a guide for first time ukulele buyers, beginner instruction in how to play the ukulele. . . .strategies for proposing and outfitting a ukulele program, classroom management tips, scales and chord charts with fingering, and more.

Music Educators Journal (MENC)