Ukulele Lessons

Ukulele Lessons in Berkley & Oakland County

Discover the joy of playing the ukulele at Berkley Music Academy—perfect for beginners, young musicians, or anyone looking to add a little sunshine to their musical journey. Whether you’re just starting out or want to expand your skills with chords, melodies, and rhythms, our experienced instructors are here to help you strum with confidence.

Ukulele is one of the easiest and most accessible instruments to learn, making it a fantastic first step into music for kids and adults alike. Our Berkley-based teachers focus on making lessons fun and approachable, blending popular songs with foundational techniques and music theory that stick.

From Hawaiian classics to modern pop hits, students learn to play what they love while building a solid musical foundation. We welcome players of all ages from across Berkley and throughout Oakland County.

Join our supportive, music-loving community at Berkley Music Academy and bring your musical goals to life—one chord at a time.

Discover Ukulele Lessons in Berkley & Oakland County

At Berkley Music Academy, our ukulele instructors teach a variety of styles—including folk, country, reggae, rock ‘n’ roll, and even classical. Whether you’re a beginner just learning your first chords or looking to build on existing skills, our personalized lessons are designed to help you grow musically while having fun.

Students in Berkley and across Oakland County learn core techniques like chord changes, simple melodies, sight reading, and music theory—all taught in a relaxed, encouraging environment. Each lesson introduces a new concept and ends with something exciting, like playing your favorite riff or song. We use a variety of method books tailored to each student’s needs, and we welcome smartphones or music players so you can learn the songs you love most.

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Monday-Sunday

Years Old

AGES FIVE AND UP

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$36 / 30 minutes

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Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the #1 reason to study ukulele at the Berkley Music Academy?

Our ukulele instructors are warm and friendly, and get to know each student and parent on a personal level. We work with you to craft a lesson plan that fits your individual needs and the student’s favorite type of music. Whether you’re playing in local bands, a seven year old taking their first lesson, or a fifty year old returning to the ukulele after many years, we’ll set goals to achieve your musical aspirations.

What styles of ukulele do you teach?

We teach all styles from folk to country, reggae and rock-n-roll styles.

How qualified are your ukulele instructors?

Our ukulele teachers have received their education from prestigious institutions such as Berklee College of Music, Grand Valley State University, Maranatha Baptist Bible College, University of Miami, University of North Texas, Istanbul University State Conservatory, Marshall University, Saginaw Valley State University, Washburn University, The University of Kansas, Boise State University and Michigan State University. Many of our instructors have gone on performance tours of the US, North America, Europe, Asia, South America and Australia and have over 25 years of professional performance and teaching experience. Our teachers have even performed for 3 different US presidents! In addition to their teaching credentials, our teachers have warm personalities, are extremely friendly and strive to get to know each student and their parent on a personal level.

What will I learn from ukulele lessons at the Berkely Music Academy?

Beginner ukulele students can expect to work on chords, simple songs and melodies, sight reading and theory. Our instructors balance musicianship and fun by making sure that each lesson presents a new technical challenges or theory concept, and ends with something fun, such as your favorite riff or song. We use a variety of ukulele method books, and encourage students to bring their smartphone or CDs to their lesson to learn their favorite tunes.

Do I need to purchase a guitar to learn the instrument?

Yes, to practice at home, you will need a ukulele.

Interested in a different instrument?

We offer a wide variety of instruments to choose from