Overview
Hal Leonard Ukulele Method Book 2 by Lil' Rev is the follow-up to Book 1, designed for students who have already learned the basic fundamentals of ukulele playing.
The book builds on previous skills through more advanced chord work, rhythmic patterns and playing techniques. Students are introduced to chord families, hammer-ons, pull-offs, slides and 6/8 time, while continuing to develop melody playing, strumming and overall musicianship. The accompanying CD provides 51 tracks for demonstration and play-along practice.
Key Features
Progressive continuation from Hal Leonard Ukulele Method Book 1
Step-by-step lessons for developing ukulele technique
Introduces chord families and more advanced chord work
Covers hammer-ons, pull-offs and slides
Introduces 6/8 time
Continues development of melody playing and strumming
Includes music notation and tablature
Covers additional aspects of ukulele history and playing
51-track accompanying CD with demonstration and play-along material
Featured Repertoire
Book 2 uses songs and musical examples to help students apply the techniques introduced throughout the lessons. The material provides opportunities to practise:
Chord-based accompaniment
Melody playing
Rhythmic strumming
New techniques such as slides and hammer-ons
Playing in different rhythmic feels
The progression is designed to make technical development more practical and musical rather than relying solely on isolated exercises.
What Students Will Develop
Students will further develop:
Chord knowledge and chord-family relationships
Smooth chord changes
Strumming consistency and rhythmic control
Melody playing
Coordination between both hands
Finger independence
Legato techniques
Understanding of different time signatures
Ability to combine chords, melody and rhythm
More confident independent practice
Technical Exercises
The method introduces and reinforces:
Chord families
Hammer-ons
Pull-offs
Slides
6/8 time
More developed strumming patterns
Melody playing
Music notation and TAB
Chord-based accompaniment
Coordination between fretting and strumming hands
The techniques are introduced progressively and then applied through musical examples and songs.
Product Details
Brand: Hal Leonard
Series: Hal Leonard Ukulele Method
Instrument: Ukulele
Level: Developing Beginner / Elementary
Book: Book 2
Author: Lil' Rev
Publisher: Hal Leonard
Includes: Book + CD
Audio: 51 demonstration and play-along tracks
Overview
Hal Leonard Ukulele Method Book 2 by Lil' Rev is the follow-up to Book 1, designed for students who have already learned the basic fundamentals of ukulele playing.
The book builds on previous skills through more advanced chord work, rhythmic patterns and playing techniques. Students are introduced to chord families, hammer-ons, pull-offs, slides and 6/8 time, while continuing to develop melody playing, strumming and overall musicianship. The accompanying CD provides 51 tracks for demonstration and play-along practice.
Key Features
Progressive continuation from Hal Leonard Ukulele Method Book 1
Step-by-step lessons for developing ukulele technique
Introduces chord families and more advanced chord work
Covers hammer-ons, pull-offs and slides
Introduces 6/8 time
Continues development of melody playing and strumming
Includes music notation and tablature
Covers additional aspects of ukulele history and playing
51-track accompanying CD with demonstration and play-along material
Featured Repertoire
Book 2 uses songs and musical examples to help students apply the techniques introduced throughout the lessons. The material provides opportunities to practise:
Chord-based accompaniment
Melody playing
Rhythmic strumming
New techniques such as slides and hammer-ons
Playing in different rhythmic feels
The progression is designed to make technical development more practical and musical rather than relying solely on isolated exercises.
What Students Will Develop
Students will further develop:
Chord knowledge and chord-family relationships
Smooth chord changes
Strumming consistency and rhythmic control
Melody playing
Coordination between both hands
Finger independence
Legato techniques
Understanding of different time signatures
Ability to combine chords, melody and rhythm
More confident independent practice
Technical Exercises
The method introduces and reinforces:
Chord families
Hammer-ons
Pull-offs
Slides
6/8 time
More developed strumming patterns
Melody playing
Music notation and TAB
Chord-based accompaniment
Coordination between fretting and strumming hands
The techniques are introduced progressively and then applied through musical examples and songs.
Product Details
Brand: Hal Leonard
Series: Hal Leonard Ukulele Method
Instrument: Ukulele
Level: Developing Beginner / Elementary
Book: Book 2
Author: Lil' Rev
Publisher: Hal Leonard
Includes: Book + CD
Audio: 51 demonstration and play-along tracks