Ukulele Theory Simplified - A Practical Guide to Music Theory on Ukulele
Ukulele Theory Simplified is a 161-page book designed for beginners, adult learners, and self-taught players who want to understand the ukulele through the lens of music theory. Whether you're following a course, taking online lessons, or learning independently, this book breaks everything down in a way that's visual, practical, and easy to apply.
This step-by-step guide covers nine essential chapters filled with clear explanations and real-world examples:
How the ukulele works and how it's different from piano
The 12-note system, note names, whole and half steps
Fretboard visualization and how to read single-string scales
Major, minor, pentatonic, and modal scales across the neck
Chord types, chord building, and inversions
Chord progressions, Roman numerals, and functional harmony
Music notation, ukulele tablature, and rhythmic values
Time signatures, rhythm basics, and common meters
The Circle of Fifths and how it helps you understand keys and songwriting
The book uses colorful graphs, cheat sheets, and visual diagrams to make theory feel simple and intuitive-even if you've never read music before. Each concept connects directly to how you play and create on the ukulele.
It also includes QR codes throughout the book. Scan them to access short, focused video tutorials that bring each lesson to life.
Whether you're writing your first song or just want to understand what you're playing, Ukulele Theory Simplified gives you the tools to play smarter-not harder. Perfect for visual learners, hobbyists, and anyone who wants to finally get music theory on ukulele.