Private lessons · Downers Grove, IL

Ukulele lessons in Downers Grove.

A great first instrument for small hands. Four strings, songs in the first lesson, and an easy step to guitar later. Private weekly lessons for kids and adults.

  • Young kids
  • Adults too
  • Songs in lesson one
  • 30, 45 or 60 min
Sign up for lessons Text (630) 541-5022

Why ukulele

Ukulele is small, light, inexpensive and gentle on fingertips. Four nylon strings instead of six steel ones means a beginner can play a real chord in the first lesson and a whole song soon after. That early win matters, especially for kids.

Who ukulele lessons are for

  • Young kids. If a child is excited about guitar but their hands are still small, ukulele is a great way in. If they can sit with an instrument for thirty minutes, they're ready.
  • Future guitar players. The chord shapes, strumming and finger strength all carry over. Students who move to guitar later start with a head start.
  • Adults who want something relaxed. Ukulele is a fun, low-pressure instrument for singing along with friends and family.

What you'll work on

  • Chords. The handful of shapes that cover hundreds of songs.
  • Strumming patterns. Keeping steady time and making a simple chord progression sound like music.
  • Singing while playing. Ukulele is made for it.
  • Melodies and reading. Picking out tunes, reading tab and, as students grow, basic notation.

What a first month looks like

Setlist · a first month of ukulele

  1. 1
    First chord, first song

    Holding the uke, tuning it, and a one- or two-chord song.

  2. 2
    Three chords

    Changing chords in time with a simple strum.

  3. 3
    Strum patterns

    A couple of patterns that make songs sound right.

  4. 4
    Sing and play

    A full song, singing along, and a plan for month two.

Gear

A soprano or concert ukulele is the usual starting point, and good beginner ukuleles are inexpensive. Look for one that stays in tune and has strings close to the fretboard. Add a clip-on tuner and you're set. If you're not sure, tell us when you sign up and we'll point you to something at the right price.

Practice at home

Ten minutes most days is plenty for a young beginner. Keep the uke somewhere visible so it gets picked up. Playing a favorite song is practice too. More in how much a beginner should practice.

How to get started

  1. Sign up online. Tell us who's playing and what they want to learn. It takes a couple of minutes.
  2. Pick a weekly time. It becomes your spot every week with the same teacher. If nothing fits, tell us when you're free.
  3. Save a card to lock it in. Lessons bill monthly after that, so there are no checks or reminders.

Rather talk to a person first? Text or call (630) 541-5022.

FAQ

Ukulele lesson questions

Is ukulele a good first instrument for a young child?

Yes. It's small, light and easy on the fingers, so kids can play real chords and songs very early. It's a common first step before guitar.

Will learning ukulele help with guitar later?

Yes. Chord shapes, strumming and finger strength carry over, so students who switch to guitar later start with a head start.

Do you teach ukulele to adults?

Yes. Lessons are for kids and adults, and ukulele is a relaxed, fun instrument at any age.

How long are lessons and how do I pay?

Lessons are weekly, in the same slot each week, and run 30, 45 or 60 minutes. They're billed monthly in advance.

What if we miss a lesson?

Give 24 hours notice and we'll schedule a makeup lesson within 30 days.

Other lessons

GuitarElectric and acoustic, kids and adults. BassGroove, timing and the fastest way into a band. DrumsRudiments and real songs from week one. Piano & keysClassical foundations or pop and rock keys. VoiceBreath, range and confidence.

Ready when you are.

Sign up online in a couple of minutes, or text us and we'll help you pick a time.

Sign up for lessons Text (630) 541-5022