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Over 10,000 People Use Ukulele Tricks to Become Better Ukulele Players

"I first learned to strum through this program. Within a year, and with no previous musical training, I was invited to play in a performing group, and now perform with a second group as well. I go busking by myself, with confidence. This program is, quite simply, excellent in all aspects."

– Libby W., Strumming Tricks student

"I became a proficient player and play in two advanced ukulele groups and play at events we are invited as a group such as senior centers and benefit events."

– Rod P., Strumming Tricks student

"Since age 6, I've tried to learn to play a musical instrument without success (first the piano, at age 16 the guitar, at age 30 the keyboard, at age 55 the banjo uke). At age 62, I bought a uke and began Brett's course. 1 1/2 years later, I've fulfilled my lifelong dream - I can play hundreds of songs!"

– Dr. Linda S., Strumming Tricks student

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The Story of Ukulele Tricks and How It All Started

by Brett McQueen

If you would have told me eight years ago that over 10,000 amazing ukulele players would be learning along with me I would have never believed you.

In 2010, I had just graduated from college after studying music and theology.

I knew I loved music but I wasn’t sure what was next.

During a music internship in college, I was given a ukulele as a parting gift. I was thrilled because I grew up playing ukulele since I was six years old when my grandfather taught me how to play I’ve Been Working On the Railroad.

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