Grab your ukulele and let's take a whirlwind strum of Les Paul's version of 'How High the Moon'. No electric ukulele required although it certainly does it make it more fun!
This song can seem like a mess of chords but the important thing to remember is that it is really a series of ii V I progressions. Starting to understand jazz standards in this way as opposed to individual chords means you can spend less time learning songs and more time playing music. Check out this free lesson on jazz Harmony to get a jump start on your journey.
This month on the Magic Ukulele Club we're studying 'How High the Moon' in a series of 5 lessons:
History and Harmony
Melody and Chords Together
Les Paul's Chords
Keeping it Simple (U Bass Lesson)
Single Note Solos with One Chord Shape
Plus 2 recorded Live Streams on ii V I progressions
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