How To Play Rises The Moon On Ukulele

Ever heard Rises The Moon by Liana Flores? That gentle, whimsical tune that feels like a hug from a friendly cloud? Good news! You can play it on your ukulele, even if your musical experience mostly involves enthusiastic humming in the shower.

First, The Basics (The Really, Really Basic Basics)

Grab your ukulele! Any size works, from the tiny soprano to the slightly bigger concert. Just make sure it's tuned; otherwise, you'll sound less like Liana Flores and more like a cat arguing with a vacuum cleaner.

You'll need to learn a few chords. Don't panic! These aren't some super-secret, complex musical incantations. They're actually quite friendly.

The Essential Chords: C, G, Am, and F

C Major (C): This one's easy! Just place your ring finger on the third fret of the A string. That’s it! You're already playing music.

G Major (G): Okay, this one requires a little more finger gymnastics. Place your index finger on the second fret of the C string, your middle finger on the third fret of the E string, and your ring finger on the second fret of the A string. Feels a bit like a yoga pose for your hand, doesn't it?

A Minor (Am): Another easy one! Put your middle finger on the second fret of the G string. Feel the melancholy washing over you... in a good way, of course.

F Major (F): Now, this is where things get slightly spicy, and depending on the size of your hands, slightly comical. Place your index finger on the first fret of the E string and your middle finger on the second fret of the G string. Some people prefer a barre chord version where you place your index finger across the entire first fret but let's start with the two finger version for now.

Strumming and The Rhythm (Keeping Time Like a Pro... Almost)

The strumming pattern is pretty straightforward. Try down, down, up, down, up. Feel free to experiment and find what sounds best to you!

Listen to Liana Flores' version a few times. Pay attention to the gentle, flowing rhythm. Think of it like you're gently rocking a baby unicorn to sleep.

Putting It All Together (The Moment of Truth)

The chord progression for the verse is usually something like: C - G - Am - F.

Practice transitioning smoothly between the chords. At first, it might sound a little clunky, like a robot learning to dance. Don't worry; that's perfectly normal!

Sing along! Even if you think you can't sing, try it anyway. Singing while playing the ukulele adds a whole new layer of fun, even if that layer is slightly off-key. Think of it as adding your own unique "flavour" to the song.

Embrace the Imperfection (Because Nobody's Perfect, Especially Ukulele Players)

Don't be afraid to make mistakes. That's how you learn! Besides, a slightly wonky ukulele version of Rises The Moon still sounds pretty charming.

Remember, the most important thing is to have fun! So grab your ukulele, channel your inner Liana Flores, and let the music flow. You might surprise yourself with what you can create.

And if all else fails, you can always blame the ukulele. They're known for their mischievous tendencies, after all.