Hunter Community College

Come and learn the basic chords and rhythms and some easy popular songs and riffs. During this course the intention is that the following topics will be covered, but not necessarily in the order given. Due to the variable nature of Adult Education classes, parts of the curriculum may be adapted to suit the needs of the class. • Learn basic music theory, rhythm strumming patterns and chords • Examine simple playing techniques, learn to read tablature • Learn simple techniques for pla... [More]

No musical knowledge necessary, have fun and learn to play a musical instrument in a day. Even blokes can do two things at once. Learn to strum in time with others, form chords, how to change them and how to sing at the same time. Learn how to pick a tune and some basic music notation. Guaranteed to go home with a six song repertoire. Please note: You can buy a ukulele from the tutor for $35 - $45 or bring your own. [More]

Join the thousands of people around the world who are realising that they can play music! The ukulele has made music making accessible to many who thought they would never make music and the uke revolution is now well developed in Newcastle. The uke is so easy to learn, to play, and to join with others in enjoying music making together. Mark Jackson is one of Australia’s premier ukulele teachers and has lead the way in Newcastle in introducing the ukulele to adults and children alik... [More]