Essential Music Theory for Ukulele Players | Basic Harmony I IV V (Applies to any instrument!)

In this video I take you through the steps to better understand chord progressions so you can create your own AND learn how to transpose or change keys. Part 1 covers the musical alphabet, building a major scale, and then introduces Roman numerals. We put everything together in Part 2 of this video so you can unlock the "secret code" and better understand chords and harmony! Check out the time stamps below to revisit concepts and jump around as needed. You'll better understand the most common chord progression, using I V vi IV ("One" "five" "six" "four") Read more here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/I%E2%80... Download the free PDF workbook here: https://ukulelewinetime.com/essential... Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 1:08 Overview 1:54 Part 1 - Musical Alphabet 2:50 C Major Scale 3:40 Major Scale Formula 4:57 How to approach the Major Scale 5:46 Numbers 6:51 Solfege 8:16 Piano field trip 8:59 Note vs Chord 10:37 Major vs Minor 11:55 The secret code (Roman Numerals) 12:54 Wine Break! 13:54 Part 2 - I IV V 14:30 Chord progression exploration 16:32 Creating your own chord progressions 17:03 How to change keys 18:30 Song example 21:46 Your creative assignment! If you're new here - My mission is to give you the tools to help you think for yourself as a musician, so you can bring more freedom and creativity to your playing! If that sounds like your vibe, please subscribe to my channel 😊 💗 Total beginner? I got you! Check out my Ukulele Basics for Beginners online course, The most comprehensive beginner ukulele course on the internet. Use my code UKULELE10 to get 10% off. https://ukulelebasicsforbeginners.com/ 🌿 About Me Hi- my name is Kathryn! I have a Masters degree in music performance (jazz studies) from the University of North Texas, with an undergrad in vocal performance and music theory. I have taught music for over 13 years to both kids and adults. I’m a music teacher, songwriter & vocalist, mama of two, dog mom, and a small business owner. I am also proud to be a Kala Ambassador! I started this channel to create beginner ukulele tutorials that are fun, high quality, calm and easy to follow. I want to encourage progress over perfection in your ukulele journey. Be kind to yourself as you learn, and I hope these videos help you on your way! 🎵 Want even more time learning with me? Join Ukulele Wine Club over on Patreon! (Wine is of course optional!) ✨ Supportive & positive ukulele community ✨ Monthly live ukulele workshops ✨ Access to PDF Chord & Lyric Sheets ✨ Vote on upcoming songs & tutorials ➡️ Join here: patreon.com/ukulelewinetime 🎵More freebie ukulele resources are available on my website: www.ukulelewinetime.com 🎻 I play a Kala Gloss Solid Cedar Top Acacia Tenor with Cutaway & EQ Get 10% off your next Kala ukulele with my link: www.kalabrand.com/ukulele-wine-time //S A Y H I! 👋 Instagram: @ukulelewinetime www.instagram.com/ukulelewinetime 👋 Facebook: facebook.com/ukulelewinetime 💗 Thank you for being here!! 💗 #ukulele #ukulelebeginner #ukuleletutorial #musictheory #harmony