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Learn everything ukulelefrom chord progressions to playing pop, folk, and holiday favoritesand, yes, even Hawaiian music! The ukulele is hot. The season one finale of Glee featured a ukulele. The recent hit song Hey Soul Sister by Train includes the dulcet tones of a uke. Not to mention the runaway success of the Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain. For anyone wishing to master this fun, surprisingly versatile instrument, Ukulele For Dummies covers all the basicsfrom chords and strumming patterns to guidance on finger-picking. The print version of the book includes a CD with audio tracks of the entire musical notation in the bookcreating a total musical instruction package Offers instruction in a variety of stylesincluding pop, folk, holiday favorites, and Hawaiian music Features a buying guide for the novicewith tips on purchasing a ukulele plus other necessary accessories With its simple and clear instruction, and inspiration on every page, Ukulele For Dummies will have fans and first-time musicians making beautiful musicas they tiptoe through the tulipsin no time.