Ukulele players graduate

Participants from Uke Central's first beginner class can now join the first Uke Circle to be held on Wednesday, from 1pm at Gospel Gardens in Umina.

The beginners have received graduation certificates following the completion of the 10 week program where they learnt the basics of playing ukulele.

The Uke Circle participants will continue to learn new songs, chords, strumming techniques and rhythm patterns as well as build their song repertoire.

All are welcome to join the Uke Circle, with a pre-requisite of a few basic chords and strum patterns.

When asked about their experiences with learning in a small group environment the group agreed that being able to command individual attention within a small group and moving at a pace that the group could keep up was vital to their learning.

Participant Ms Louise Burden said she would proudly display her graduation certificate on her fridge for weeks to come and show her grandchildren how clever she was.

Daphne Ashton and Robyn Keys-Smith said it was a highlight to their week and they looked forward to sharing afternoon tea and a celebration cake at the Uke Circle.

Facilitators Ms Marilyn Russell and Ms Leila Desborough said they were extremely proud of the progress with the beginners groups and were looking forward to the next group's graduation in another three to four weeks' time.

Beginner classes currently run on Wednesdays at 11am and Tuesdays at 6:30pm at Umina Gospel Gardens.

Media Release, 23 May 2013

Marilyn Russell, Uke Central

Photo: Danny Demorata