Abi Gets REAL Episode 3 // Baritone Ukulele Jazz // Ill Never Smile Again Abigail Flowers 2026-09-25 | Abi Gets REAL Episode 3 // Baritone Ukulele Jazz // Ill Never Smile Again
Sweet Georgia Brown Baritone Ukulele Tutorial - No Barre Chords! Abigail Flowers 2023-09-29 | Arrangement available for purchase on my website: abigailflowersmusic.com/new-products/sweet-georgia-brown-baritone-ukulele-e-book-easyintermediateToday's lesson is a baritone ukulele tutorial for "Sweet Georgia Brown", the 1925 song by Ben Bernie, Maceo Pinkard, and Kenneth Casey. This arrangement doesn't require any barre chords, but I'm happy to publish the "Abi chords" (as my Patreon patrons say), or advanced version, if anyone is interested!TIME STAMPS:0:00 - introduction0:18 - chords + transitions1:36 - line by line study4:45 - E7 "turnaround"5:24 - strum pattern6:02 - slower play-through7:33 - faster play-through8:41 - endingIf you enjoy my videos, you might enjoy my recordings! I have songs on all major streaming platforms, but I'd love for you to check out my most recent single, a 4-part vocal arrangement of "Dream" by Johnny Mercer. Listen to "Dream" on Spotify: open.spotify.com/track/72Tqr4gv9TtN7aZIk88RZy?si=229e2125e1364d94OR listen on YouTube: youtu.be/mDJSopRvrr4?si=2hMeWIr8FpCFqYHw
Preview of my new single, Dream! Out September 22nd :) #baritoneukulele #harmonies #jazzsinger Abigail Flowers 2023-09-12 | My new single, an 4-part vocal harmony arrangement of Johnny Mercer's "Dream" (aka "Dream When You're Feeling Blue") will be out on September 22nd! I hope you enjoy this preview and will go follow me on Spotify so you'll hear the song on release day. This recording features: Abigail Flowers - vocals, baritone ukulele, arrangementQuentin Flowers - bassJosh Karas - keysChris Leidhecker - drums
Sweet Georgia Brown Ukulele Duet with Charissa Hoffman! Abigail Flowers 2023-08-29 | I got together with my fabulous friend Charissa Hoffman the other day to play through some ukulele duets. This one is "Sweet Georgia Brown", the 1925 jazz standard written by Ben Bernie, Maceo Pinkard, and Kenneth Casey. One of my favorite recordings ever is Take 6's arrangement of this song, but many know the Brother Bones and His Shadows version, which is the theme song for the Harlem Globetrotters! This arrangement is a duet between me on my Lanikai baritone ukulele and Charissa on her Kala tenor! I have a beginner/no barre chord baritone arrangement available for purchase on my website if you'd like to play along with us: abigailflowersmusic.com/new-products/sweet-georgia-brown-baritone-ukulele-e-book-easyintermediateCheck out Charissa's website, charissahoffman.com, and make sure to listen to her fabulous original music. We're hoping to make more videos together soon. I hope you enjoy!
How to Play Blue Skies on Baritone Ukulele! (no barre chords) Abigail Flowers 2023-07-03 | In this video, I'll show you how to play "Blue Skies" on baritone ukulele in the key of Am/C. This song was written by Irving Berlin and published in 1926. It's been recorded by artists from Ella Fitzgerald to Willie Nelson, and its sunny lyrics and interesting chord progressions make it a favorite among all ages after almost a hundred years!You can purchase the lead sheet here: abigailflowersmusic.com/new-products/blue-skiesTIME STAMPS: 0:00 - introduction0:36 - chords1:35 - suggested strum pattern3:03 - play-through (see end of video for a slowed down version with scrolling lead sheet)4:13 - note on fingering/chord transitions5:15 - play through at 80% speed with scrolling lead sheetThis tutorial/arrangement doesn't require you to use any barre chords, but it is challenging in its own way. The chords sometimes change quickly, so you'll really benefit from memorizing a few chords (not just relying on chord diagrams) if you can! I originally put together this arrangement as a lesson for my Patreon patrons--that's a platform where I share baritone ukulele lessons based on public domain and original music every week. If you loved this lesson, you might like to join us over at patreon.com/abigailflowersmusic.LYRICS:Blue skies smiling at me, Nothing but blue skies do I seeBluebirds singing a song, Nothing but bluebirds all dayNever saw the sun shining so bright,Never saw things going so rightNoticing the days hurrying byWhen you're in love, my how they flyBlue days, all of them goneNothing but blue skies from now on
L-O-V-E // Baritone Ukulele Jazz Lesson (no barre chords) Abigail Flowers 2023-06-26 | In this video, I'll show you how to play "L-O-V-E" by Bert Kaempfert and Milt Gabler on baritone ukulele in the key of D major. Made famous by the incomparable Nat King Cole, this song is an amazing addition to any player's repertoire! This arrangement doesn't require any barre chords and is suitable for any skill level. You can purchase the sheet music at musicnotes.com/l/5K5hP TIME STAMPS:0:00 - Introduction0:33 - Chords2:32 - Strum Pattern4:28 - Play-Through (chord diagrams on screen)5:43 - Fingering/Chord Transitions6:53 - Optional "stop"Listen to my lullaby version of "L-O-V-E":Spotify: open.spotify.com/track/1sruatVv4VzFoc92mI2g04?si=81a6247dd9fd4b7cYouTube: youtu.be/fwfEMBG_HNkI'm a proud Lanikai Ukuleles artist. See my gear here:portal.lanikaiukuleles.com/abigail-flowersJoin me on Patreon for weekly baritone ukulele lessons! www.patreon.com/abigailflowersmusicShop my arrangements at:www.abigailflowersmusic.com/pdf-downloadsmusicnotes.com/sheet-music/artist/abigail-flowers
What Child Is This? but my own original melody // baritone ukulele Abigail Flowers 2022-12-16 | #shorts I worked on "Greensleeves"/"What Child Is This" for my Patreon patrons this week, and it made me want to try my hand at writing my own melody for the lyrics. Here's what I came up with! Hope you enjoy my version. Played on my Lanikai baritone ukulele!
NPR Tiny Desk Contest 2022 // Baritone Ukulele Jazz // Enchant Me Abigail Flowers 2022-03-08 | Almost exactly 2 years ago, I got together with my friends Katie Blomarz, Emmanuel Echem, and Chris Leidhecker to record my 2020 NPR Tiny Desk Contest submission. It was the last time I played music with other people before the pandemic isolation began. I'm thrilled that I was able to get together with the same musicians to play a new song of mine called "Enchant Me" for this year's contest entry. Even more special, I got to record this year's entry with Baby Flowers dancing along inside!Katie Blomarz - bassEmmanuel Echem - trumpetChris Leidhecker - percussionPlayed on my solid spruce top Lanikai baritone ukulele!Side note: I know the audio balance isn't the best, but I wanted to capture as "live" and raw a sound as possible. Hopefully you can enjoy as a composition--think of the voice as an instrument, enjoy the interaction between various instruments, and hopefully someday I'll have a much clearer recording :)
It Had to Be You Baritone Ukulele Jazz Tutorial + Play-Along (Easy/Intermediate) Abigail Flowers 2022-02-22 | The other day, I shared a cover of "It Had to Be You" by Isham Jones and Gus Kahn. Today, I'm pleased to share a full tutorial for my version of the song! In this video, I'm playing my Lanikai acacia baritone ukulele. Don't forget that you can click the gear icon and change "playback speed" to slow down any portion of the video!To purchase the e-book (which includes lyrics, chord diagrams, a lead sheet, AND fingerstyle tabs) for this song, visit abigailflowersmusic.com/new-products/it-had-to-be-you-baritone-ukulele-e-book-easyintermediateIf you loved this tutorial, you might enjoy my Patreon! For just $5 a month, you get access to weekly lessons, monthly livestreams, and a community of baritone ukulele enthusiasts. Learn more at patreon.com/abigailflowersmusicFor more arrangements, from beginner to advanced, visit musicnotes.com/sheet-music/artist/abigail-flowersTIME STAMPS: 0:00 - introduction0:21 - plucking pattern3:04 - first half play through3:44 - first half chords4:41 - second half play through5:35 - second half chords7:35 - ending options 1 + 28:24 - ending option 3 (coda w/ walkdown)10:06 - full song play-along
“It Had to Be You” // Baritone Ukulele Jazz Cover Abigail Flowers 2022-02-19 | TUTORIAL now available! youtu.be/Wpjrbj3MZBcThis is my baritone ukulele jazz cover of "It Had to Be You", played on my Lanikai acacia baritone! This 1924 song from Isham Jones and Gus Kahn has been featured in films and television since the 1930s, but it's probably best known by Harry Connick, Jr.'s version for "When Harry Met Sally". This arrangement, plus tabs for a fingerstyle arrangement, are available for purchase at abigailflowersmusic.com/new-products/it-had-to-be-you-baritone-ukulele-e-book-easyintermediate. It's been a long, long time since I uploaded a video, in part because I've been busy growing a human! We're expecting our first child this May of 2022 and we're so excited. Hopefully, my practice will influence their taste in music and we'll have another jazz singer on our hands when the time comes :)As always, I'd love for you to join me on Patreon for weekly baritone ukulele lessons. You can find out more at patreon.com/abigailflowersmusic!
EASY Baritone Ukulele Tutorial! Could I Have This Dance (Anne Murray) Abigail Flowers 2021-05-17 | Hello! Today's baritone ukulele tutorial is for the song "Could I Have This Dance", which was recorded by Anne Murray and written by Wayland Holyfield and Bob House. This song is beloved by so many people, which makes it a perfect song to memorize and play for others! To join me on Patreon, visit patreon.com/abigailflowersmusicFeel free to e-mail me with questions! contact@abigailflowersmusic.com TIME STAMPS: 0:00 - intro0:17 - chord review2:20 - verse 4:01 - chorus5:14 - final chorus ending5:48 - intro & outro7:10 - strum pattern9:21 - play-along13:25 - thank yous
“My Funny Valentine” Baritone Ukulele Cover Abigail Flowers 2021-02-11 | “My Funny Valentine” by Richard Rodgers & Lorenz Hart! Baritone ukulele cover played on my Lanikai acacia baritone. It’s been a very busy week (I’m always thankful when there’s lots of work to do!) so I wasn’t planning to release anything until next week. But it’s been quite a while since I really sang and just tried to enjoy the sound of my own voice. So today I used a break between lessons to record this cover. I was taught that these lyrics should be imagined as the lyricist looking in the mirror and speaking to himself. It becomes less about critiquing a romantic partner and more about choosing to enjoy your own imperfect self. That’s very much how I felt today l, so I hope this resonates with you!
How to Play Baritone Ukulele Blues! (+ my favorite chord ever!) Abigail Flowers 2021-02-03 | Lesson PDF available at abigailflowersmusic.com/new-products/baritone-ukulele-blues-lesson-1In today's tutorial, I'll show you how to play baritone ukulele blues progressions! We'll look at a 12 bar blues in the keys of D, A, and E, and for the first time ever, I've made my own practice tracks for you to play along with! I'll also share my favorite chord, which I recently discovered how to play on uke!Please take a moment to watch this excellent video on the origin and impact of blues music!! youtu.be/HYy-6ltraVQTIME STAMPS:00:00 - introduction0:33 - what is a 12 bar blues? 1:54 - chords in the key of D2:08 - suggested strum pattern4:05 - D blues play along5:20 - D blues scale and major scale7:58 - A blues chords8:25 - A blues scale and major scale9:12 - A blues play along11:04 - E blues chords11:20 - E blues scale and major scale12:00 - E blues play alongChord diagrams and tabs for this lesson can be purchased at www.abigailflowersmusic.com/pdf-downloadsORTo get access to a weekly baritone ukulele lesson + community, visit me at www.patreon.com/abigailflowersmusicFeel free to e-mail me at contact@abigailflowersmusic.com to schedule a one on one Zoom lesson.Are you getting started with your baritone ukulele? Here are some products that I find super helpful! (FYI, I get a small commission at no cost to you if you decide to buy through one of these links!)-Snark tuner: amzn.to/3oB1MHl I wouldn’t buy one that says it’s for ukulele because we want one that has a guitar setting, since that’s what our tuning matches.-Walker & Williams straps: amzn.to/3cpkjDW or amzn.to/3pAt4yL These aren’t the exact same as my strap because they make them in limited qualities, but I LOVE my strap and would highly recommend W&W!-Hercules ukulele stand, perfect for baritone: amzn.to/3t7DiZH Traditional floor stands often have trouble fitting a baritone, while this one fits any size instrument.-D’Addario strings: amzn.to/2MbBr5x These are what I use because they were what the local shop had in! I’m not a string nerd, but I definitely like these!-Baritone case: amzn.to/36qOsz2 This is the case I use. While I ADORE the more vintage-looking, hard cases, I’ve found that they just don’t have the same storage as this one. I use the pocket and inside compartment to carry cables, tuners, extra strings, batteries etc.-Hard baritone case: amzn.to/3tll4nJ Now, if you don’t need the pocket, is there anything in the world more handsome than this case?! I don’t own one myself but if I needed a case for the aesthetic over the storage, I would buy this one.-Baritone fly case: amzn.to/3csORVl Again, I do not own this, but fiberglass cases are great for if you need to fly with your instrument. Plan A should always be to keep your instrument with you, but if you are absolutely unable, this is the type of case many musicians use.-Fishman amp: amzn.to/3tfAN7J I can’t tell you how many times I’ve used this amp. It’s perfect for solo performances where I’m playing and singing. I’ve only ever had 1 gig where it wasn’t sufficient, and that was outdoors and there was a waterfall between me and the audience. This is an incredible investment for solo performers, but I’ve also used it in many a small group setting.-Music stand: amzn.to/3pCLeQf This is the stand I use, and to be completely honest there are things that annoy me about it. But here’s what’s priceless: the easy grip extender thing--I just squeeze and it moves freely. ALSO I will never go back to using a stand that doesn’t have the little metal clips to keep your music in place. Whether you’re playing outdoors or playing indoors with a strong fan, you’re going to regret buying a stand that doesn’t have the metal clips at some point!-Cheaper music stand: amzn.to/36qdnCv I don’t own this stand, but if you’re looking for a cheaper option, this may be a good place to start! With music stands, you always have to be careful about the weight you put on them. Try not to put large, heavy books on if possible.
Baritone Ukulele Fingerstyle Tutorial: What A Wonderful World (w/ playalong) Abigail Flowers 2021-01-26 | Hello! Today I'm sharing a tutorial and playalong for my baritone ukulele fingerstyle arrangement of "What A Wonderful World." If you just want to play along with the tabs, skip ahead to 10:50! Before that, we'll warm up by reviewing the notes in the C major scale. Then we'll practice a little bit of the song's melody alone. Next, we'll play through some of the song's chords alone. After that, we'll play through chords and melody of each section, talking through the challenges of each section. I hope you find this video fun and helpful! Tabs for this lesson are available via MusicNotes at musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0241065To learn more about baritone ukulele for all skill levels, join me on Patreon! www.patreon.com/abigailflowersmusicFeel free to e-mail me at contact@abigailflowersmusic.com if you have questions or want to set up a one on one lesson. www.abigailflowersmusic.comTIME STAMPS:00:00 - introduction0:19 - C major scale review3:13 - focus on melody alone 4:15 - focus on chords5:33 - chords and melody, section 16:50 - chords and melody, section 27:25 - chords and melody, section 3 (bridge)8:57 - chords and melody, section 4 10:31 - thank yous10:50 - play along
Baritone ukulele chords you can play with just two fingers! Abigail Flowers 2021-01-20 | In today's video, I'm sharing some chords for baritone ukulele that you can play with just two fingers! This is just part one, and I'll be sharing even more two finger chords for baritone ukulele in a future video. Toward the end, we'll look at a series of finger strengthening exercises that will introduce you to some interesting sounds and chords that can be played with just two fingers. Just remember that all new skills are difficult at first, but you will grow stronger with practice!Join me on Patreon at www.patreon.com/abigailflowersmusicVisit abigailflowersmusic.com/pdf-downloads for free downloads and arrangements for purchase!TIME STAMPS:0:00 - introduction 0:29 - C 1:50 - E and Esus3:19 - A7 and A7sus4:45 - bluesy practice progression5:27 - The Wonderful World of G!6:10 - G56:57 - Gsus7:50 - Gadd28:08 - finger-strengthening walkdown exercise 110:27 - exercise 211:56 - exercise 3
5 Minor Chord Progressions for Baritone Ukulele (can you play #5?) Abigail Flowers 2021-01-12 | Hello, friends! Today's video is a tutorial covering 5 minor chord progressions for baritone ukulele. They each vary in difficulty and come with a suggested strum pattern. I think most every player will find something new in these progressions! I'll also introduce you to the newest member of the Flowers household :) This video features my Lanikai acacia baritone ukulele. Time stamps below! You can download chord diagrams for this lesson for FREE at www.abigailflowersmusic.com/pdf-downloads. Just click on the button that says "minor chord progressions". You can also browse my handouts and arrangements available for purchase there! Join me (and 70+ other ukulele lovers!) on Patreon at www.patreon.com/abigailflowersmusicTIME STAMPS:0:00 - intro0:31 - Progression #1 + strum pattern 1:50 - Progression #2 + strum pattern 3:04 - Progression #3 + strum pattern 5:01 - Progression #4 + strum pattern6:45 - Progression #5 + strum pattern
“What A Wonderful World” Baritone Ukulele Fingerstyle Cover Abigail Flowers 2021-01-09 | WATCH THE TUTORIAL HERE: youtu.be/9Nsyq_EJrkITabs available for purchase at musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0241065Hello! This is my baritone ukulele fingerstyle arrangement of "What A Wonderful World". I arranged this for my Patreon patrons to learn, and I had so much fun working on it the past few weeks. I've only been exploring fingerstyle arrangements for a few months now, and I'm excited to get better and faster as time goes on. But for now, I really enjoy this new avenue (though I will ALWAYS be a vocalist above all!) to learn and create. I hope you enjoy! Played on my Lanikai spruce top baritone. You can find some of my other arrangements for download or purchase at www.abigailflowersmusic.com/pdf-downloads, or join me on Patreon at www.patreon.com/abigailflowersmusic
1-finger baritone ukulele chords (I bet you havent played them all!) Abigail Flowers 2021-01-04 | In this video, I'll show you how to play several baritone ukulele chords with just one finger. If you're just starting out, learning a new instrument can be very overwhelming! I hope the first section of this video encourages you and shows you that no matter what your skill level is, you CAN play baritone! If you practice a little bit each day, I promise that your fingers will get stronger and your transitions will get faster. Everyone learns at a different pace, but EVERYONE can learn to play baritone ukulele.After that, at 3:34, I'll walk you through some "color chords" or chords that don't fit a super strict definition, but add beautiful color in a variety of contexts. I hope this section of the video will encourage players of all skill levels to experiment and find new sounds, even if you think you know all the chords!Today's video is played on my Lanikai acacia baritone. The flame maple baritone I usually play lost a string the other week :( and the spruce top was... honestly just downstairs, so I took the opportunity to play my newest uke! You can purchase chord diagrams for this video at www.abigailflowersmusic.com/pdf-downloads (there are several free downloads and for-purchase arrangements there as well!), or e-mail me at contact@abigailflowersmusic.com to schedule a one on one lesson. Join me on Patreon! We're a group of over 80 ukulele lovers and learners. I share weekly resources and we have monthly Zoom gatherings to share music and encourage each other, plus monthly Q&As! I hope to see you there.
Auld Lang Syne Baritone Ukulele Fingerstyle Cover Abigail Flowers 2020-12-30 | This is my baritone ukulele fingerstyle arrangement of "Auld Lang Syne", a traditional tune credited to Robert Burns. I love how this song paints an image of old friends toasting the good old times. I decided to sing along the second time through! You can find lyrics below.Played on my Lanikai spruce top baritone ukulele!Arrangement available for purchase at www.abigailflowersmusic.com/pdf-downloads, or subscribe to my Patreon for weekly songs and arrangements! www.patreon.com/abigailflowersmusic.Lyrics: Should old acquaintance be forgot,And never brought to mind?Should old acquaintance be forgot,And old lang syne?(Chorus)For auld lang syne, my dear,For auld lang syne,We’ll take a cup of kindness yet,For auld lang syne.Additional verses and information can be found at britannica.com/topic/Auld-Lang-Syne
Baritone Ukulele Tutorial: Joy to the World Fingerstyle Arrangement Abigail Flowers 2020-12-15 | Hello, all! Today I'm sharing a baritone ukulele tutorial for my "Joy to the World" fingerstyle arrangement! I played through this tutorial on my Lanikai acacia baritone, and I forgot how much I love the sound of this uke. To me, it sounds a lot like a nice guitar. This tutorial starts by reviewing the G major scale. Then we practice the melody alone, the chords alone, and then put it all together!TIME STAMPS: 0:00 - introduction0:22 - G major scale review (youtu.be/SU48VR8qyj4?t=372)1:30 - melody play along2:28 - chord review3:16 - strum & sing play along4:00 - fingerstyle introduction4:40 - fingerstyle play along with tabsYou can view my mini-cover of Joy to the World here: youtu.be/xVHgKZrSeh4You can purchase tabs for this arrangement here: www.abigailflowersmusic.com/pdf-downloadsE-mail me if you're interested in scheduling a one on one lesson! contact@abigailflowersmusic.com
Mini Cover: Joy To The World Baritone Ukulele Fingerstyle Cover Abigail Flowers 2020-12-08 | Hey guys! This is my (very short, miniature) "Joy To The World" baritone ukulele fingerstyle cover. I've been working a lot lately on playing melodies instead of always singing, and this is one of the songs that works well for my skill level. Tabs available to my Patreon patrons, and also available for individual purchase (link below). Played on my Lanikai flame maple baritone ukulele. I actually just changed the strings on this instrument for the first time in over 2 years! I know I should have done so much sooner, but I'm pleased with how it turned out. Right now, I've got the D'Addario EJ65B strings, which is what our local music shop (shout out to Fannie's House of Music) had in stock. They're definitely still adjusting and falling out of tune quickly, but I enjoy the brightness and projection I'm hearing. www.abigailflowersmusic.com/pdf-downloadsabigailflowersmusic.com/new-products/joy-to-the-world-baritone-arrangementwww.patreon.com/abigailflowersmusiccontact@abigailflowersmusic.com to schedule a virtual lesson!
Ill Be Home For Christmas // Baritone Ukulele Cover with Harmonies! Abigail Flowers 2020-12-05 | Hello friends! This is my baritone ukulele cover of "I'll Be Home For Christmas" with lots of tasty harmonies added. I had some time today to revisit an arrangement I did a few years ago to sing with my favorites, Hollie and Bethany. Of course, we can't get together this year, so I'm using technology to my advantage :) Played on my Lanikai solid spruce top baritone ukulele!Arrangement available for purchase at musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0241067
Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas // Baritone Ukulele Cover Abigail Flowers 2020-11-26 | This is my baritone ukulele cover of the beautiful "Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas" by Hugh Martin and Ralph Blane! Played on my Lanikai baritone ukulele.I know this is a year unlike any other, and many folks who celebrate Christmas started decorating and listening to Christmas music early this year. Well, it’s finally the undisputed time of year for Christmas music (if that’s what you’re into), so I’m sharing this gorgeous song! I’ve covered this one before, but it’s fun to share and re-share as I grow in my abilities. I hope you are all having a safe week and finding ways to experience joy and gratitude despite the challenges we all face today. www.abigailflowersmusic.com/pdf-downloadswww.patreon.com/abigailflowersmusic
GEORGIA ON MY MIND Baritone Ukulele Tutorial (CHALLENGING!) Abigail Flowers 2020-11-22 | Today's video is a very challenging baritone ukulele tutorial (more like a walk-through, because there's so much ground to cover that I can't go into tons of detail with each chord!) for the song "Georgia On My Mind" by Hoagy Carmichael! I shared a cover of this song a few weeks ago and promised I would do a tutorial.No matter what your skill level is, I believe there's something to learn here! Time stamps:Intro: 0:23Chords Begin: 1:01Section 1 recap: 6:01Section 2: 6:33Bridge: 8:27Bridge recap: 12:35Last A: 13:05Play-through: 13:43www.abigailflowersmusic.com/pdf-downloadswww.patreon.com/abigailflowersmusic
Dream A Little Dream Of Me Ukulele Play Along (With Bass!) Abigail Flowers 2020-11-19 | Hey guys! So excited to share this Dream A Little Dream Of Me ukulele play along with bass!! This is obviously one of my favorite songs ever, and I've done several videos on it (including this tutorial you might want to watch: youtu.be/q67cq5t0Fcw). We finally made a video so you could play along and practice if you want! I hope you enjoy. Played on my Lanikai concert ukulele!For more ukulele learning resources, join me on Patreon! www.patreon.com/abigailflowersmusicwww.abigailflowersmusic.comwww.quentinflowers.comFree chord chart download at www.abigailflowersmusic.com/pdf-downloads
Silent Night Baritone Ukulele Cover (Fingerstyle Arrangement) Abigail Flowers 2020-11-13 | This is my Silent Night baritone ukulele cover. "Silent Night" was written by Franz Gruber and Joseph Mohr. This fingerstyle arrangement is only the second of its kind that I've shared on YouTube, but I'm always trying to learn and write more in this style. Since I'm a singer, I didn't realize how many people would love to play ukulele solo, rather than needing to sing along. So this is a skill I'm trying to develop :) I hope to get better and better at playing in this style!Tabs available to all Patrons! www.patreon.com/abigailflowersmusicArrangement available for purchase at abigailflowersmusic.com/new-products/silentnightwww.abigailflowersmusic.com
Baritone Ukulele Hymn On Eagles Wings (by Michael Joncas) Abigail Flowers 2020-11-08 | This is my extra-short "On Eagle's Wings" ukulele hymn cover. This beautiful song is by Michael Joncas, played on my Lanikai spruce-top baritone ukulele. I was reminded of the song last night, and it took me back to singing this beautiful song with my church choir before the pandemic. To me, it sounds like if James Taylor wrote hymns :) Anyway, I decided to learn the chords this morning, and I hope you enjoy!Chords used: C, Fmaj7, Ebmaj7, Cm, Fm7, G7 and G, Am, Em, DmFull lyrics:You who dwell in the shelter of the LordWho abide in His shadow for lifeSay to the Lord, "My refuge, my rock in whom I trust!"And He will raise you up on eagles' wingsBear you on the breath of dawnMake you to shine like the sunAnd hold you in the palm of His handThe snare of the fowler will never capture youAnd famine will bring you no fearUnder His wings your refuge, His faithfulness your shieldAnd He will raise you up on eagles' wingsBear you on the breath of dawnMake you to shine like the sunAnd hold you in the palm of His handYou need not fear the terror of the nightNor the arrow that flies by dayThough thousands fall about you, near you it shall not comeAnd He will raise you up on eagles' wingsBear you on the breath of dawnMake you to shine like the sunAnd hold you in the palm of His handFor to His angels He's given a commandTo guard you in all of your waysUpon their hands they will bear you upLest you dash your foot against a stoneAnd He will raise you up on eagles' wingsBear you on the breath of dawnMake you to shine like the sunAnd hold you in the palm of His handAnd hold you, hold you in the palm of His hand
GEORGIA ON MY MIND Baritone Ukulele Cover // Hoagy Carmichael Abigail Flowers 2020-11-07 | This is my Georgia On My Mind ukulele cover! Played on my Lanikai solid spruce top baritone ukulele. I've recently discovered that I LOVE Hoagy Carmichael, so when I read that this song was written by him, I was very pleasantly surprised. With lyrics by Stuart Gorrell, this song was written in 1930 but of course Ray Charles' version is absolutely iconic.
How to Hammer On! // Baritone Ukulele Tutorial (Easy) Abigail Flowers 2020-11-03 | In today's video, I'll show you how to "hammer on" for baritone ukulele! This little trick can add so much interest to all the chords you already know. It's just a matter of playing around to figure out what sounds you like! I'll show you how to practice using a chord progression of D, A, C, G. This is what I would consider a "simple" trick, but definitely not an *easy* one. This, like all other new skills, requires practice. Don't worry if it doesn't come easily at first!! TIME STAMPS:0:00 - introduction and demonstration0:22 - D chord 1:54 - A chord2:56 - C chord3:28 - Fmaj7 chord4:04 - play along introduction4:54 - play along for practice!
NERD TALK: C major chord on ukulele! (baritone AND standard) Abigail Flowers 2020-10-30 | Today's video is a short NERD TALK about the C major chord on ukulele. In this video, we'll talk about what makes up a major triad, what those notes are in a C chord, and how the reality of playing ukulele differs a little bit from music *theory*. TIME STAMPS: 0:00 - C major triad definition0:15 - Oreos1:08 - C major on baritone ukulele1:51 - other voicings for C on baritone2:11 - C major on concert ukuleleFor more information about how to play baritone ukulele, or to schedule a 1 on 1 lesson, join me on Patreon! www.patreon.com/abigailflowersmusic
Brown Eyed Girl Ukulele Playalong with Bass! (Baritone & Concert) Abigail Flowers 2020-10-26 | Today's video is a Brown Eyed Girl ukulele playalong with bass! You'll find both baritone and concert chord diagrams displayed. If you don't like to barre on baritone ukulele, follow the chord diagrams and play F major 7. If you can manage the F major barre chord, go ahead and do that! Thank you to Quentin for adding so much to this video. For a full e-book of information for this song, join me on Patreon! www.patreon.com/abigailflowersmusicwww.abigailflowersmusic.com/pdf-downloadswww.quentinflowers.comDon't forget to give this video a thumbs up and subscribe so you won't miss my next video!
Fingerpicking Patterns for Ukulele (Baritone Tutorial) Abigail Flowers 2020-10-23 | In this video, I'll share two fingerpicking patterns you might use on your ukulele. The first is in four-four time, and the second is in three-four. I demonstrate on my baritone ukulele throughout the video, but I also display chord diagrams for concert ukulele. Throughout the video, we'll use the chords G, Em, Am, and D7. Played on my Lanikai solid spruce-top baritone ukulele!To learn more about ukulele, join me on Patreon! Patreon.com/abigailflowersmusicTIME STAMPS:0:00 - introduction0:34 - Pattern #1 (4/4 time)4:04 - Pattern #2 (3/4 time)7:16 - swung 8th notes vs. straight 8th notes
Cant Buy Me Love Ukulele Play Along WITH Upright Bass! Abigail Flowers 2020-10-16 | Today's video is a play along for "Can't Buy Me Love" by The Beatles! This song is a fast one, so make sure you adjust playback speed to practice slowly before you dive in. Baritone ukulele chord diagrams are in the top right corner, while concert/standard ukulele diagrams are on the bottom right. Chords used: Em, Am, Dm, G7, C7, F7, G, F, and CWhile Fmaj7 is often a suitable substitute for an F chord, that's unfortunately not the case here. In this song, F and F7 (and G and G7, C and C7) are nearly interchangeable depending on the sound you prefer! www.abigailflowersmusic.com/pdf-downloadswww.quentinflowers.com To learn more about ukulele or take one on one lessons, visit www.patreon.com/abigailflowersmusic
Baritone Ukulele Jazz Tutorial + Play Along // All Of Me Abigail Flowers 2020-10-14 | In this baritone ukulele jazz tutorial, I'll walk you through how I play "All Of Me" (written by Seymour Simons & Gerald Marks), then I'll show you the no-barre alternatives you can use. At the end, there's a play-along section with chord diagrams on the screen! I hope you enjoy this beautiful song as much as I do. Chords used:G6, B7, E7, Am7, Em7, A7, D7, C6, Cm6, Bm7No-barre alternatives:G, B7, E7, Am, Em, A7, D7, C, Cm, BmPlayed on my Lanikai spruce-top baritone ukulele.Join me on Patreon at patreon.com/abigailflowersmusic for more ukulele resources!Time stamps: 0:00 - intro0:42 - main tutorial6:18 - no-barre chord alternatives7:40 - play-along section
Jazz Brunch Returns! Abigail Flowers 2020-10-11 | Thank you for tuning in to Jazz Brunch! We're so excited to be back with a monthly livestream.If you'd like to tip, you can do so through Venmo (@flower_power) or CashApp ($abigailflowersmusic).It's World Mental Health Day! Visit https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789240003927 for tips on how to manage stress during this potentially chaotic time.Feel free to share this video with friends and family!If you have ideas for future trivia questions, please e-mail me at contact@abigailflowersmusic.com
Fly Me to the Moon Baritone Ukulele Jazz Fingerstyle Cover Abigail Flowers 2020-10-08 | This is my Fly Me to the Moon baritone ukulele jazz fingerstyle cover! Of course, this song was popularly recorded by Frank Sinatra. I've NEVER attempted an instrumental arrangement before, as I'm a vocalist above all else, but I sat with this song for a bit today and wanted to share my attempt!I spend a lot of time encouraging other people to practice new things and go out of their comfort zone with music, so I thought it would only be fitting to share this early attempt :)Tabs available for concert and baritone ukulele at abigailflowersmusic.com/pdf-downloads
My Girl Baritone Ukulele Play Along WITH BASS! Abigail Flowers 2020-10-07 | Today's video is a My Girl play along WITH bass! The bass line of this song, particularly in the intro, is so iconic that I couldn't dream of doing this video without Quentin playing. I'm playing my flame maple baritone from Lanikai, but you can play along using any type of uke. Baritone chord diagrams are listed in the top right corner, while concert chords are in the bottom right corner. Notes: For baritone, you can play either F major (3211) or Fmaj7 (3210) depending on your level of comfort with barre chords.For concert, you can sometimes substitute G7 for G if the transition is easier for you.Song study e-books available for both concert and baritone ukuleles at patreon.com/abigailflowersmusicwww.abigailflowersmusic.comwww.quentinflowers.comDon't forget to like, subscribe, and share this video with a friend!
How to Practice Baritone Ukulele Barre Chords (theyre hard!!) Abigail Flowers 2020-09-29 | In this video, I'm sharing some ideas for how to practice baritone ukulele barre chords. Barre chords are HARD for most of us, and if it's taking a long time to figure out, you're not alone. Just like in sports or weight lifting, we have to build strength and stretch in our muscles before we can tackle barre chords. SO here are 3 exercises to help you build toward playing barre chords confidently. Side note: we're in the middle of moving so my music room is extra empty and echo-ey for this video :) Visit www.patreon.com/abigailflowersmusic to learn more about baritone ukulele or to schedule a one on one lesson!www.abigailflowersmusic.comTIME STAMPS:0:00 - introduction and pep talk 0:31 - be patient with yourself!1:16 - exercise 1: one finger at a time (chromatic uppy-downy exercise)4:30 - exercise 2: straight barre (C6 shape)7:20 - exercise 3 part 1: movable chord shape7:30 - oops, I forgot to talk about what a barre chord is!8:42 - back to exercise 3 part 1: movable chord shape (G7)10:15 - exercise 3 part 2: E7 11:17 - start practicing barre chords! (maybe start at the 5th fret)
How To Tune A Baritone Ukulele (DGBE) // Tutorial for Beginners! Abigail Flowers 2020-09-26 | In this video, I'll show you how to tune a baritone ukulele. Some ukuleles have built-in tuners, like my flame maple baritone from Lanikai. Others, like my spruce-top baritone, do not. In that case, I use a clip-on tuner! You can also tune using an app or a website, though in some cases you may need to match a pitch and tune by ear. This can be a bit tricky, but is a skill totally worth developing!Here's a link to the uke I play: amzn.to/33kBQIE Tuning your ukulele is one of the best time investments you can make. You'll sound better when you practice, and that will encourage you to keep up your practice routine! And of course, tuning is essential when you perform in front of an audience. To learn more about baritone ukulele, join me on Patreon! www.patreon.com/abigailflowersmusicwww.abigailflowersmusic.comTIME STAMPS: 0:00 - introduction0:37 - names of the open strings (DGBE)0:56 - using a built-in tuner1:52 - using a clip-on tuner2:14- find the right setting2:48 - tuning the D string3:28 - which direction do I turn my tuning peg?4:06 - G string4:26 - tuning a string that is sharp5:23 - B string (strings on the other side of the headstock)6:31 - E string6:49 - double check7:43 - other ways to tune (without clip-on tuner)
Tennessee Waltz Baritone Ukulele Play-Along Abigail Flowers 2020-09-24 | Here's a baritone ukulele play-along video for "Tennessee Waltz". This play-along goes with the tutorial I've just released for Tennessee Waltz! That tutorial can be found at: youtu.be/TPQFDmwNJTgJoin me on Patreon at www.patreon.com/abigailflowersmusicChords:intro:G D7 C Gverse:G Gmaj7 G7 CG E7 Am D7G Gmaj7 G7 CG D7 C Gchorus: G B7 C GG E7 Am D7G Gmaj7 G7 CG D7 C Gtag: G D7 C GGrow your YouTube channel with TubeBuddy! tubebuddy.com/flowers
Tennessee Waltz Baritone Ukulele Tutorial (Easy) // Patti Page Abigail Flowers 2020-09-24 | Today's video is a new and improved easy baritone ukulele tutorial for the song "Tennessee Waltz"! I did a tutorial for this song about a year ago, but that was before I had my editing software. This new version is edited for length and includes chord diagrams. Played on my Lanikai spruce-top baritone ukulele.I also created a play-along video you can use after you've learned from this tutorial! youtu.be/L6LdfwZtnhsChords:intro:G D7 C Gverse:G Gmaj7 G7 CG E7 Am D7G Gmaj7 G7 CG D7 C Gchorus: G B7 C GG E7 Am D7G Gmaj7 G7 CG D7 C Gtag: G D7 C GTIME STAMPS: 0:00 - introduction0:43 - strum pattern1:03 - verse4:45 - review play-along5:40 - chorus6:49 - intro and tagYou can just us on Patreon by visiting www.patreon.com/abigailflowersmusicwww.abigailflowersmusic.comGrow your YouTube channel with TubeBuddy! tubebuddy.com/flowers
Cant Buy Me Love Ukulele Tutorial // The Beatles Abigail Flowers 2020-09-21 | Today I'm sharing a ukulele tutorial for "Can't Buy Me Love" by The Beatles! Played on my Lanikai concert ukulele.Link to my cover of the song: youtu.be/LNc5qms5sbY0:00 - song intro0:37 - strum pattern1:25 - intro3:21 - verse5:21 - chorus6:29 - outrowww.patreon.com/abigailflowersmusicwww.abigailflowersmusic.comwww.facebook.com/abigailflowersmusicInstagram: @abigailflowersmusic
Cant Buy Me Love Ukulele Cover // The Beatles Abigail Flowers 2020-09-17 | Today I'm sharing my "Can't Buy Me Love" ukulele cover! Ever since my middle school's guitar ensemble played a Beatles medley in the 8th grade winter concert, I've had an emotional soft spot for all things Beatles. This is one of my favorite songs of theirs to cover, and it's a fantastic song for uke! I hope you enjoy this cover, and I plan to make a tutorial later this week! Played on my Lanikai concert ukulele. If you'd like to learn more about ukulele, join me on Patreon at www.patreon.com/abigailflowersmusicFacebook: www.facebook.com/abigailflowersmusicInstagram: @abigailflowersmusic www.abigailflowersmusic.com
Jazz Chord Tutorial for Ukulele // Say So by Doja Cat/Avenue Beat Abigail Flowers 2020-09-15 | In today's video, I'm sharing a jazz chord tutorial inspired by an unlikely source: the song "Say So" by Doja Cat! One of my younger ukulele students is preparing for her first ukulele performance (I could burst from excitement) and she wants to learn Avenue Beat's cover of "Say So" by Doja Cat. Even if you have no idea who any of these groups are, this is a great progression!! It's challenging but not too challenging, and the sound is divine. Side note: I don't think the Avenue Beat version actually uses the G7 chord, but it's a fabulous feature of the original that I would include if I ever covered this song.Download chord diagrams for this lesson at abigailflowersmusic.com/pdf-downloadsTIME STAMPS:0:00 - introduction0:36 - demonstration0:51 - chord names1:20 - chord demonstrations2:55 - easier alternate chords3:27 - challenge chord3:50 - strumming pattern5:12 - wrap up and thank yousIf you want to learn more about ukulele, you can join me on Patreon at www.patreon.com/abigailflowersmusic. A lot of my content is for baritone ukulele, but I will always prioritize requests from patrons if you want me to share concert/standard content!Have questions? E-mail me at contact@abigailflowersmusic.comInstagram: @abigailflowersmusic
Ill Never Smile Again Ukulele Jazz Cover // Baritone Ukulele Abigail Flowers 2020-09-12 | This week, I'm sharing my "I'll Never Smile Again" ukulele jazz cover! Played on my Lanikai spruce top baritone ukulele. Once again, I'm revisiting an old series I did called "Abi Gets REAL" in which I shared songs I was learning from the Vocal Real Book. It's been a little over 3 years since then, and if you'd like to see the "old" version of the song you can click here: youtu.be/whLERVI1Hz0It's fun to look back and see how my voice has changed in the past few years! A few areas where I see growth:-I have SO much more experience with my uke now! So the whole instrumental aspect is just a lot quicker and easier for me these days.-There's a little more depth in my voice now... Part of it is literally just vowel shapes that used to be a little more shallow or phrases that I would close off on early. But part of it is studying with Liz Johnson for a few years :) (By the way, if you're looking for a voice teacher, PLEASE look up Liz at lizjohnsonvoice.com).-I think I just generally have more confidence, and that comes across vocally.I'm proud of 2017 Abi, and I'm proud of 2020 Abi.
Fun Ukulele Strumming Pattern // Folding Chair Strum! Abigail Flowers 2020-09-09 | In today's video, I'm sharing a fun ukulele strumming pattern I recently started learning. This comes from a cover video by Rebecca Shang playing "Folding Chair" by Regina Spektor. This pattern is still challenging to me, but that's the fun of music! I hope some of you will enjoy this as well. Thanks to Jeff Bee for introducing me to this video!Rebecca Shang's Cover: youtu.be/632Ua5MaRNUNote: I think Rebecca has a low G string on her uke, so that makes it sound a little different than when I play on my uke!Don't forget to like and subscribe if you enjoyed this video. And if you'd like to learn more about ukulele, join me on Patreon! I'm at patreon.com/abigailflowersmusicPlayed, as always, on my Lanikai ukulele! This one is a concert, though I usually play baritone.
There Is No Greater Love Baritone Ukulele Cover // Jazz Ukulele Abigail Flowers 2020-09-05 | Today's video is my There Is No Greater Love baritone ukulele cover! Played on my Lanikai spruce top baritone ukulele. This beautiful song is by Isham Jones and Marty Symes. The idea is to revisit some videos I did a little over 3 years ago and celebrate how my voice and musicianship has grown! You can watch the initial video here: youtu.be/hTvzfhzP4GkJoin me on Patreon to learn more about ukulele! www.patreon.com/abigailflowersmusicwww.abigailflowersmusic.comInstagram: @abigailflowersmusic
Advanced Baritone Ukulele Tutorial: Autumn Leaves Song Walk-Through! Abigail Flowers 2020-09-02 | Today I'm sharing an advanced baritone ukulele tutorial, or what I'd called a "song walk-through". This is more of a personal conversation that a very structured tutorial, and it requires a decent bit of background knowledge. This video will be most helpful to folks who are already familiar with some music theory, as well as with the baritone ukulele and barre chords. Lead sheet with chord diagrams available for purchase at musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0248397"Autumn Leaves" is a beautiful classic, and a perfect song study for people interested in learning jazz. It's relatively simple and outlines some of the foundations of jazz harmony. It has moments of both major and minor tonality. You can download chord diagrams for this song at www.abigailflowersmusic.com/pdf-downloads. Just click on the button that says "Autumn Leaves Diagrams"! Please join me on Patreon at www.patreon.com/abigailflowersmusic to make tutorial requests!
I Wish You Love Ukulele and Upright Bass Duet (with French Lyrics) Abigail Flowers 2020-08-29 | Here's our I Wish You Love ukulele and upright bass duet! The song was originally written in French as "Que reste-t-il de nos amours?" so I start with the English version and sing the French version in the second half. The song was written by Léo Chauliac and Charles Trenet with English lyrics by Albert Askew Beach. I learned this song to sing at the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island, MI but it's become my absolute favorite song. Lead sheet with chord diagrams available for purchase at musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0248415www.abigailflowersmusic.comwww.patreon.com/abigailflowersmusicwww.facebook.com/abigailflowersmusicInstagram: @abigailflowersmusic
Fun Ukulele Strumming Pattern // Easy Tutorial Abigail Flowers 2020-08-26 | Hello, internet friends! Today's video is a short, easy tutorial demonstrating a fun ukulele strumming pattern you can use for concert ukulele or baritone. This one is reggae-inspired, emphasizing beats two and four. It consists of down strums, an up-strum, and a mute (or palm mute). Thanks for bearing with me through the neighborly noises in this video!Find free downloads at abigailflowersmusic.com/pdf-downloads or join me on Patreon at patreon.com/abigailflowersmusic
What A Difference A Day Makes Ukulele Cover // Cuando Vuelva A Tu Lado Abigail Flowers 2020-08-22 | This is my "What A Difference A Day Makes" ukulele cover (with Quentin on upright bass!). The original song is called "Cuando vuelva a tu lado" and was written by Maria Grever. English lyrics were written by Stanley Adams. I learned this song in English to sing with the Music City Big Band, and when I found out it was originally written in Spanish, I was thrilled! I sing it in Spanish first, then do the English version in the second half. Played on my Lanikai baritone ukulele.www.abigailflowersmusic.comwww.patreon.com/abigailflowersmusicwww.facebook.com/abigailflowersmusicInstagram: @abigailflowersmusic
