Ukulele Tutorial: "You Are My Sunshine"

Overview

• Tutorial for playing "You Are My Sunshine" on the ukulele
• Focus on the key of C
• Includes chord progression, strumming techniques, and a play-along
• Addresses different skill levels

Chords in the Key of C

• C Chord:
  • Use the third finger on the third fret of the A string
  • This turns the A note into a C
• C7 Chord:
  • Passing chord leading into F
  • Use the first finger on the first fret of the A string
• F Chord:
  • First finger moves to the E string
  • Second finger presses the G string to turn it into an A

Practice Exercises

• Transition practice between chords:
  • C to C7
  • C7 to F
  • F back to C

Chord Progression

• Begins on the word "Sun"
• Pickup notes on "You are my"
• Progression: C, C7, F, C

Additional Chord - G7

• Transition between C and G7:
  • Slide third finger to second fret
  • Add second finger to C string
  • Create a triangle with the first finger on the first fret

Strumming Techniques

• Soft down strums with thumb for a gentle sound
• Strum pattern: Down, down-up, down, down-up
  • Use nails for sound production

Play-Along Practice

• Practice transitioning slowly between C and G7
• Use the strumming pattern to play along with the melody

Conclusion

• Encourages practicing until comfortable with chord changes and strumming
• Invitation to explore more tutorials and music on the channel
• Encouragement to subscribe and request more tutorials via Patreon
• Closing advice: Stay mindful, musical, and out of trouble