This is a live, online class. The dates listed are for Session 1. If you are interested in additional session dates please reach out to the MDI Adult Education staff at 207-288-4703 or mdiae@mdirss.org. UKULELE FOR BEGINNERS – YOUR JOURNEY BEGINS HERE! Learn to play the ukulele! It has never been more popular, and you don't even have to know how to read music! On the uke you can knock out folk, rock, blues, jazz, pop, and country music, tunes old and new - even classical music. It’s a wonderfully versatile, go anywhere, instrument. Duncan Perry, who has taught more than 1,000 students of all ages, will introduce you to essential chords and playing skills using familiar songs. Oh, and there are laughs along the way. And did you know that playing the uke is not only fun but it’s also good for your brain! You will need a playable ukulele and an electronic tuner or a tuner app. When folks hear you play this happy instrument, well, they just have to smile! What are you waiting for? Grab a uke, sign up, tune up and show up. Let your musical journey begin! Biography - Duncan is an experienced multi-instrumentalist who has been performing and teaching folks how to play the ukulele for the last 14 years. Having served as a volunteer music therapist in medical and hospice settings, he quickly came to understand that music is medicine and that learning to play an instrument not only sharpens the brain but helps reduce stress. It also brings joy to those who play the uke and to their audiences. Duncan has taught in a variety of Maine communities and did not let the COVID-19 epidemic stop him. He simply moved from teaching in person to an online format and now reaches students all over Maine, New Hampshire and beyond.