Ukulele University 101

The Western Illinois Museum will host the popular Ukulele University 101 on Saturday, July 18 from 1:00 – 3:00 pm.  The workshop is an introductory instructional workshop for beginner and is designed for those who have no experience with the ukulele. The two hour course, taught by Mike McGowan, will introduce and explore the basics: tuning, chords, strumming techniques, phrasing and songs.  Additional information about the course can be found at the Ukulele Macomb web site http://ukulelemacomb.weebly.com.

Since 2009, Ukulele Macomb has been teaching all ages to play the ukulele with workshops and two weekly jam sessions. Ukulele Macomb has become a popular musical group in the area with many of its members learning to play the ukulele in this workshop.  The group has created a community that supports all levels of skill and encourages people to enjoy playing music together.  They provide entertainment to the community performing for events, organizations and area assisted living centers.

The workshop fee is $10 and supports the Western Illinois Museum.  Ukuleles are provided or you can bring your own. Advanced registration is required; contact the Western Illinois Museum at (309) 837-2750 or info@westernillinoismuse.org.

The Western Illinois Museum is located at 201 South Lafayette Street two blocks south of Macomb’s Courthouse Square.  Free parking is available.