The major chords are the most commonly used chords. Practice playing the easier major chords, starting with C and F. Turn the tuner for each string until you find the perfect tone. Turn a tuner on, clip it to your headstock, and play each note individually.
Use a tuner to make sure each string is playing the correct note. When you hear the phrase “top string” in tutorials, assume they’re talking about G (4), which is the lowest note. This can get a little confusing because the “top” string is technically the “bottom” note if you’re talking about the sound. On chord diagrams and beginner sheet music, you will usually see the numbers and letters. In order, the strings from bottom to top are A (1), E (2), C (3), and G (4). The top note (G or 4) is the deepest while the lowest note (A or 1) is the highest. This is because ukulele strings are arranged backwards. You’ll notice that the deepest sound is actually the highest string. Play each string on its own to identify the sound and commit it to memory. You won’t play individual notes when you’re learning songs, but you must memorize them to make reading chord diagrams easier and understand the arrangement of the strings. Memorize the natural notes your strings make from bottom to top. For now, keep the thumb against the index finger to maintain accuracy as you play. Once you get good at strumming, you can drop the thumb and just play with the index finger. If you watch professionals play, you may see them swinging an open hand up and down along the strings. The ukulele’s soft notes tend to turn a bit harsh when you use a pick. You can use a ukulele pick if you’d like, but picks are not popular among ukulele enthusiasts. You’ll almost always strum all 4 strings when you play songs. Unlike other stringed instruments, ukulele players almost never play specific notes. To play, drag the side of your index finger along the strings so the tip of your finger brushes against the strings. Rest your thumb against the pad near your fingertip so that you’re making a teardrop shape with your thumb and index finger. Stick your index finger out a little so you’re pointing perpendicular to the strings. Curl your right hand towards the strings over the sound hole. Strum the ukulele with the side of your right index finger. This article has been viewed 559,217 times. This article received 19 testimonials and 81% of readers who voted found it helpful, earning it our reader-approved status. WikiHow marks an article as reader-approved once it receives enough positive feedback. 
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