MUA 240: Beginning Ukulele

2 credits

Students will perform fundamental concepts of music as applied to the ukulele, including musical notation, proper technique, scales, chords, rhythm, repertoire, improvisation, and ensemble playing (such as online play-alongs).

Distribution Requirement

  • Arts

Learning Goals

Students will be able to:1. Read and perform simple musical notation as well as play from lead sheets and simple ukulele tablature;2. Perform basic scales and chords;3. Improvise using scales and chords previously performed; and4. Perform solo and ensemble (virtual play-along) repertoire

*The learning goals displayed here are those for one section of this course as offered in a recent semester, and are provided for the purpose of information only. The exact learning goals for each course section in a specific semester will be stated on the syllabus distributed at the start of the semester, and may differ in wording and emphasis from those shown here.

Sections Offered: Fall 2026

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Sections Offered: Summer 2026, Summer II

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Sections Offered: Spring 2026

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