by Pitch Publications | Nov 13, 2017 | Featured, Ukulele
The use of picks for playing ukulele can be a hot topic – I think it is a simple matter of personal preference. I do make my students start without a pick for the first few lessons because I want them to physically get used to touching the instrument. I tell... 
by Pitch Publications | Oct 23, 2017 | Ukulele
As teachers, we are always looking to fill a need in our classroom. Today’s post is an interview with my friend, Mike Rostin, a fabulous music educator from Atlanta, GA. When one of his students was unable to play the ukulele the way she wanted due to a physical... 
by Pitch Publications | May 1, 2017 | Featured, Ukulele
Hi, friend! You must be ready to start a ukulele program (and if not, here is why you should!). Now you need to figure out how to purchase ukuleles for the music classroom! I have a few ideas up my sleeve to help you out! 5 Ways to Purchase Ukuleles for the Music... 
by Pitch Publications | Jan 24, 2017 | Ukulele
Top 10 Reasons for Starting a Ukulele Program 1. A growing trend in music education. I’m not saying you have to do everything everyone else does. But I do think you should at least check out WHY it is a trend. Clearly it is working for many across the nation. 2. The... 
by Pitch Publications | Jan 10, 2017 | Featured, Music Room, Ukulele
One of the biggest questions I repeatedly see in Facebook music groups is “How do you store your ukuleles?” It’s a tough question with many different great answers! What works for me may not work for you – we all have different rooms,... 
by Pitch Publications | Mar 6, 2016 | Featured, Ukulele
Hi everyone! Many of you know me as the creator of Rainbow Ukulele for the classroom. I am so proud of that curriculum, but also know I am like you. I didn’t grow up playing the ukulele, I don’t have a degree in string instruments, I am not a violinist,...
