Uke Jitsu: Grappling with the Ukulele

Uke Jitsu is not a method book! It's a system and philosophy that uses backward chaining to encourage and support student achievement. In this session, we will discover strategies to create success for all students, promote individual growth, and apply mallet percussion.

How do you start a student closer to the finish line? We'll look at fret board modifications, differentiation strategies, and making your curriculum of choice work for you. What benefits do the belt levels create? We'll move away from competition and discuss individual growth and the opportunity for students to mentor and lead.

Finally, we grapple with the headache of tuning, what to do when you don't have enough ukes, and how the string material choice impacts your success.