Ukulele Lessons in Kirkland, Sammamish, and Onlin
The ukulele is a fun, approachable instrument that’s perfect for beginners and a great introduction to music. With its small size and cheerful sound, it’s especially popular with younger students — but enjoyable for all ages. Melody Music Co-Op offers private ukulele lessons in Kirkland and online for students across Seattle and Washington State.
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Ukulele lessons are available in-home throughout Kirkland, Redmond, Bellevue, and Sammamish — your teacher comes to you with everything needed for a great lesson. In-studio lessons are available at Almost Famous Performing Arts Hub in Totem Lake, Kirkland. Online ukulele lessons are available statewide for students who prefer to learn remotely.
What You'll Learn
Our ukulele lessons are designed to build confidence quickly while developing strong musical skills:
• Proper technique — hand positioning, strumming, and finger placement
• Basic chords and chord transitions
• Rhythm, timing, and strumming patterns
• Reading chord charts and simple notation
• Learning songs you love — pop, folk, and traditional styles
• Singing and playing simultaneously (for interested students)
• Introduction to music theory through the ukulele
You'll also get the opportunity to perform in bi-annual recitals, and learn from experts in our bi-annual masterclasses!
What Types of Ukulele Do We Teach?
Ukulele Lessons for Kids & Teens
Do I Need to Own a Ukulele Before Starting?
We primarily teach soprano and concert ukulele, which are the most common and beginner-friendly sizes. Tenor ukulele is also an option for older students or those looking for a slightly larger instrument and fuller sound.
Ukulele is an excellent first instrument for younger students — often recommended as young as age 5 due to its size and ease of play. It’s a great way to build confidence and foundational musical skills before transitioning to other instruments if desired.
You don’t need one for your first lesson, but you’ll want one soon after. Ukuleles are relatively affordable, and your teacher can recommend a good quality beginner instrument.
Meet our Teachers
