Come, learn some chords on a ukulele and a few songs in just an evening! Experience the incredible feeling of being part of a group making music together, outside in the beautiful, peaceful surroundings of Ham Farm Cottage. Nothing is more empowering!
Who is this Ukulele workshop aimed at?
Anybody who wants to come! (Suggested minimum age 8 - no maximum age).
No experience is necessary, and there is no need to read music. You don't even need to own a ukulele - while it will help if you can borrow one, Ben will bring some spares for people who don't have one.
You don't even need to want to take up ukulele seriously after this - just learning to play some songs for an evening and joining in the fun is a great way to get involved in the music-making at the Festival.
What will happen?
Arrive at Ham Farm Cottage by 6.25pm (unless you are already there listening to the amazing brass band drop-in concert from 5.30-6.30pm).
Bring a picnic supper if you haven't already eaten. The bar will be open in the break to buy drinks and ice creams if you wish but there will be no savoury food for sale.
Bring an extra layer, because the workshop will be outside (under the marquee but no heating)
Ben will lead you through basic ukulele technique, and teach some very basic chords one at a time, singing fun songs and accompanying yourselves as you go!
There will be a break midway, with an opportunity to buy drinks and ice creams from the bar. The evening will finish at 9.30pm
About Ben Searle
Ben has played and taught Ukulele for twenty years, in various settings from Bristol Folk House, to schools, to running ukulele clubs all over the area (including one in Mangotsfield Scouts Club). "I want to share how amazing it is for everyone. I have seen people become more self confident with themselves through learning to play this wonderful instrument. Even if you've never played any music instrument, or have been told you should not play one, the Ukulele is the instrument for you. Anyone can play!"
As someone with aspergers syndrome himself, Ben is extremely welcoming and understanding of all people with special needs and neurodiversities joining his classes. Everyone is welcome to this relaxed, informal and fun workshop.
Safeguarding
Two adults will be present at the workshop, both of whom are experienced with working with children and have all the relevant DBS checks and insurance. Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
This workshop is £5. You can book your ticket on headfirst
Who is this Ukulele workshop aimed at?
Anybody who wants to come! (Suggested minimum age 8 - no maximum age).
No experience is necessary, and there is no need to read music. You don't even need to own a ukulele - while it will help if you can borrow one, Ben will bring some spares for people who don't have one.
You don't even need to want to take up ukulele seriously after this - just learning to play some songs for an evening and joining in the fun is a great way to get involved in the music-making at the Festival.
What will happen?
Arrive at Ham Farm Cottage by 6.25pm (unless you are already there listening to the amazing brass band drop-in concert from 5.30-6.30pm).
Bring a picnic supper if you haven't already eaten. The bar will be open in the break to buy drinks and ice creams if you wish but there will be no savoury food for sale.
Bring an extra layer, because the workshop will be outside (under the marquee but no heating)
Ben will lead you through basic ukulele technique, and teach some very basic chords one at a time, singing fun songs and accompanying yourselves as you go!
There will be a break midway, with an opportunity to buy drinks and ice creams from the bar. The evening will finish at 9.30pm
About Ben Searle
Ben has played and taught Ukulele for twenty years, in various settings from Bristol Folk House, to schools, to running ukulele clubs all over the area (including one in Mangotsfield Scouts Club). "I want to share how amazing it is for everyone. I have seen people become more self confident with themselves through learning to play this wonderful instrument. Even if you've never played any music instrument, or have been told you should not play one, the Ukulele is the instrument for you. Anyone can play!"
As someone with aspergers syndrome himself, Ben is extremely welcoming and understanding of all people with special needs and neurodiversities joining his classes. Everyone is welcome to this relaxed, informal and fun workshop.
Safeguarding
Two adults will be present at the workshop, both of whom are experienced with working with children and have all the relevant DBS checks and insurance. Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
This workshop is £5. You can book your ticket on headfirst