Free Ukulele Lessons

Yes! You can learn how to play ukulele.

All you need is the right steps. With these free lessons, discover how easy it is to learn and make sure you get started on the right note.

Are you new to playing ukulele?

Hi, I’m Brett McQueen, the founder of Ukulele Tricks and author of Ukulele Exercises For Dummies. And I’m going to show you how to play ukulele… even if you’ve never played an instrument in your life.

Ukulele Lessons For Beginners

You can learn to play ukulele, even if you’ve never played an instrument in your life, but you can’t do it alone.

I’m here to help by giving you the best lessons that have helped over 50,000 ukulele players learn to make music for the time.

On this page, you’ll find:

  1. Where to Start If You’re a Brand New Ukulele Player
  2. Introductory Ukulele Lessons
  3. Chords and Strumming Lessons
  4. Playalong Lessons
  5. Fingerpicking Lessons
  6. Music Theory Lessons
  7. Scales Lessons
  8. Performance and Practice Tips
  9. Christmas Song Lessons

Where to Start If You’re a Brand New Ukulele Player

The fastest and easiest way to learn how to play ukulele is with the right steps.

Get started on the right note and get the free ukulele lesson book Your First Ukulele Lesson and Then Some where you learn to play your first songs on the ukulele with small, easy steps.

In the lessons, you’ll pick up some new tricks like:

  • How to properly tune, hold, and strum your ukulele
  • The most essential “must-know” ukulele chords
  • How to play 3 extremely versatile strumming patterns
  • How to play “I’ve Been Working On the Railroad”

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    Student Lydia Learned Ukulele

    “Thank you so much for these wonderful lessons. I have been inseparable from my (new to me) ukulele and am beyond thrilled that these lessons are allowing me to learn how to properly play it. I can tell that this relationship with my ukulele is going to be a lifelong bond. I can’t wait until I am experienced enough to play and sing songs to my 3 children. They have, thankfully, been enjoying the (nearly nonstop) strumming and lovely sounds being produced by my beloved new little friend. And that is thanks to you.”

    – Lydia C., Student

    If you’re not ready to join me there, then, scroll down for more ukulele lessons from the Ukulele Tricks blog below to see all you can learn.

    Introductory Lessons

    Start here if you’re a beginner ukulele player.

    Chords & Strumming Lessons

    Discover how to make chords easier to play and how to strum the ukulele.

    Playalong Lessons

    I teach you the chords and strumming and set down a steady rhythm so you can playalong with me to practice your changes.

    Fingerpicking Lessons

    Figure out how to begin to fingerpick the ukulele.

    Music Theory Lessons

    Uncover music theory on ukulele.

    Scales Lessons

    Explore the notes of ukulele fretboard and see how to play scales.

    Please start by learning the C major scale first.

    Performance & Practice Tips

    Get tips and tricks for practicing and performing.

    Christmas Song Lessons

    Learn how to play Christmas songs in multiple styles on the ukulele.

    Last updated on January 12, 2024.