The ukulele is an incredibly popular instrument that can often be too quickly pigeonholed or limited to a specific genre of music. The class will explore the use of the ukulele as an instrument for a variety of music genres, including everything from traditional Hawaiian music all the way to rock, jazz, and pop. Participants will rethink the way a ukulele can be used in today’s music scene and end the night with a live performance from one of the most exceptional and innovative uke players in the history of the instrument.

UMS and Ann Arbor Public Schools Community Education & Recreation (“Rec & Ed”) are offering pre-performance classes created especially for first-time UMS attendees, curious audience members, or anyone who simply enjoys attending performances with a group.

Participants can register for the workshop along with a performance ticket, or for the workshop only. Class sessions will take place in the performance venue or at a nearby (walkable) location. (Sorry, no ticket exchanges or refunds for previously purchased tickets.)

To participate in UMS 101, you must register through the Rec & Ed website and pay the registration fee ($15 for workshop only, or $49 for workshop plus a ticket to the performance).