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Overview
Rockschool Ukulele Method Book 1 from RSL Awards is a structured beginner method designed to guide students through their first steps on the ukulele, from learning the instrument and playing individual notes to performing their first complete pieces.
The book uses a progressive approach built around six benchmarked topics, combining exercises, games and specially composed pieces with teacher accompaniment parts and professionally recorded backing tracks. By the end of Book 1, students are introduced to the skills needed to progress towards the Rockschool Ukulele Premiere level.
Key Features
Designed for absolute beginners
Six progressive, benchmarked topics
Newly composed exercises, games and pieces
Contemporary musical styles to keep learning engaging
Teacher accompaniment parts for lessons, duets and group learning
Professionally recorded backing tracks
Progressive preparation towards Rockschool Ukulele Premiere
Suitable for both teacher-led learning and self-study
Accompanying audio available through RSL's digital access system
Featured Repertoire
The book includes five specially composed songs arranged for students working towards the Rockschool Premiere level:
Leaping Around
Out of Town
Rockin' and a Rollin'
The Hawker
I C U
These pieces give beginners opportunities to apply the techniques introduced throughout the method in a contemporary performance setting.
What Students Will Develop
Students will progressively develop:
Familiarity with the ukulele and basic playing position
Basic left- and right-hand coordination
Accurate finger placement
Single-note playing
Basic rhythm and pulse
Reading simple musical notation
First chord shapes
Strumming and accompaniment skills
Playing in both 4/4 and 3/4 time
Confidence performing complete pieces
Ability to play with backing tracks or an accompanying teacher
Technical Exercises
The six topics progressively introduce:
Introduction – getting started with the ukulele
First Pieces – playing initial notes and simple music
Using the Fretting Hand – developing left-hand technique
4/4 Time Signature and First Chord – introducing basic chord playing
Further Pitches and 3/4 Time Signature – expanding note knowledge and rhythmic understanding
Further Pitches – continuing the development of pitch and playing technique
Each topic combines practical exercises with musical pieces so that technical skills are immediately applied in context.
Product Details
Brand: Rockschool / RSL Awards
Series: Rockschool Ukulele Method
Instrument: Ukulele
Level: Beginner / Premiere preparation
Book: Book 1
Publisher: RSL Awards
Content: Method lessons, exercises, games and pieces
Audio: Professionally recorded backing tracks / downloadable audio
Overview
Rockschool Ukulele Method Book 1 from RSL Awards is a structured beginner method designed to guide students through their first steps on the ukulele, from learning the instrument and playing individual notes to performing their first complete pieces.
The book uses a progressive approach built around six benchmarked topics, combining exercises, games and specially composed pieces with teacher accompaniment parts and professionally recorded backing tracks. By the end of Book 1, students are introduced to the skills needed to progress towards the Rockschool Ukulele Premiere level.
Key Features
Designed for absolute beginners
Six progressive, benchmarked topics
Newly composed exercises, games and pieces
Contemporary musical styles to keep learning engaging
Teacher accompaniment parts for lessons, duets and group learning
Professionally recorded backing tracks
Progressive preparation towards Rockschool Ukulele Premiere
Suitable for both teacher-led learning and self-study
Accompanying audio available through RSL's digital access system
Featured Repertoire
The book includes five specially composed songs arranged for students working towards the Rockschool Premiere level:
Leaping Around
Out of Town
Rockin' and a Rollin'
The Hawker
I C U
These pieces give beginners opportunities to apply the techniques introduced throughout the method in a contemporary performance setting.
What Students Will Develop
Students will progressively develop:
Familiarity with the ukulele and basic playing position
Basic left- and right-hand coordination
Accurate finger placement
Single-note playing
Basic rhythm and pulse
Reading simple musical notation
First chord shapes
Strumming and accompaniment skills
Playing in both 4/4 and 3/4 time
Confidence performing complete pieces
Ability to play with backing tracks or an accompanying teacher
Technical Exercises
The six topics progressively introduce:
Introduction – getting started with the ukulele
First Pieces – playing initial notes and simple music
Using the Fretting Hand – developing left-hand technique
4/4 Time Signature and First Chord – introducing basic chord playing
Further Pitches and 3/4 Time Signature – expanding note knowledge and rhythmic understanding
Further Pitches – continuing the development of pitch and playing technique
Each topic combines practical exercises with musical pieces so that technical skills are immediately applied in context.
Product Details
Brand: Rockschool / RSL Awards
Series: Rockschool Ukulele Method
Instrument: Ukulele
Level: Beginner / Premiere preparation
Book: Book 1
Publisher: RSL Awards
Content: Method lessons, exercises, games and pieces
Audio: Professionally recorded backing tracks / downloadable audio
