Once again we meet to share in our zest and zeal for the highly entertaining, sometimes underestimated, wonder of all wonders, the Ukulele.
We will be concentrating on the material for our upcoming performance. Start practicing early and write down any questions you have about the songs. We will continue to work out any kinks and make each song sublime. Looking forward to Strummin’ and a Pluckin’ with you all on August 27th. Performance arrangements will be available at our meeting.
Remember, bring pencils to take notes. We’ll be ironing out strums, harmonies, and fiddly bits.
Hound Dog – Pg. 111
Good Night Ladies – Pg. 95
Me And Bobby McGee – Pg. 158
No Woman No Cry
Sentimental Journey – Pg. 205
Cindy – Pg. 55 (Check out Robert Plant – Band of Joy)
Break Time 15-20 min.
Hang On Little Tomato
Apple Blossom
Proud Mary
All I Have To Do Is Dream
Longing To Belong
Man Of Constant Sorrow – (time permitting)
Performance time – Time to share and/or Play something solo
As always, beginners come a little early for additional attention. We’ve extended our time to 12:30pm so we can have a longer break as well as have individual performance time. Remember to please park on the street if you are able bodied. See you bright and early!
Tooch has been busy writing more arrangements for all you Pluckin’ Strummers out there. As we prepare for our gigs, we want your input concerning material. We have compiled a large list of songs that need to whittled down – Let’s vote! Upcoming meetings will include practice time for performance songs chosen by you, the PS members. We plan on having additional get-togethers as needed to prepare for our moment in the spotlight.
Songs From The Daily Ukulele
Not being lazy, we swear! We figured that many of you have probably opened the book to the first song so why not get the A’s taken care of. These should go pretty quickly so we’ll have lots of time for the arrangements. We had fun practicing these and so will you. Plus it saves time turning pages, lol.
Are You lonesome Tonight – Pg. 13
After You’re Gone – Pg 14
Ain’t Misbehavin’ – Pg. 15
Ain’t She Sweet – Pg. 16
Ain’t We Got Fun – Pg. 17
All I have To Do Is Dream – Pg. 18
All My Loving – Pg. 19
Break Time
Arrangements – Available at the meeting or by request through our blog site.
Apple Blossom – The White Stripes
Longing To Belong – Eddie Vedder – Redo with strum details
No Woman No Cry – Bob Marley
Down On The Corner – Creedence Clearwater Revival
Man Of Constant Sorrow – The Soggy Bottom Boys
Have a listen to the above songs and get familiar with them.
Beginners show up 15 minutes early for some personal attention.
Have questions ready. Loaner ukes will be available.
Have a friend who doesn’t play but loves to sing. Bring ‘em.
Below are the original recording of the songs we’re learning.
Tooch’s new arrangements will be available at our next meeting on May 28th.
Familiarize yourselves and enjoy!
