Uke Theory
Uke Theory – Music Theory for Ukulele with Matt Stead
Music theory doesn’t have to be dry or complicated. This friendly, practical course breaks it all down in plain English — showing you how theory connects directly to your ukulele playing. From scales and intervals to chords and keys, you’ll learn how music actually works, so you can play with more confidence, creativity, and clarity.
It’s the perfect companion for curious players who want to go deeper — without getting overwhelmed.
🎯 What You’ll Learn
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The notes on your fretboard and how they connect
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How chords are built and why they work
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Scales, intervals, and how to apply them
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The Circle of Fifths (and how to actually use it!)
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How to transpose songs into different keys
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Practical tips to bring theory into your playing today
“I used to avoid anything called ‘theory’ — but Matt makes it so clear and practical. It’s changed how I play!”
– Kevin S.
🧠 Who's It For?
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Beginners wanting to understand what they’re playing
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Intermediate players seeking more control and confidence
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Self-taught musicians curious about what’s going on behind the music
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Anyone who’s ever asked “But why does that chord work?”
🎓 Want to understand your uke, not just play it?
👉 Join the Uke Theory Course now and take the mystery out of music.
This course is included at no extra cost to Gold and Annual Members. When you subscribe you will not only gain access to this course but also all the other full sequential courses. You’ll also be given my priority email address where you can ask questions about your learning, just like having your own personal uke tutor. And you’ll have access to the exclusive ukulele forums on the site.
The videos below are example videos you can watch for free. To access the whole course click the button above (included in your subscription for gold members).
Become a member
HOW IT WORKS
Becoming a silver member gives you access to either my main three courses, or with a gold membership - everything. This way you won't have to pay for any of the courses up front and you'll have free access to every new course that I add (new lessons added every week or so and new courses all the time.) All you need to do is follow the links below to sign up. Next time you visit the site click 'login' in the main menu to access all your courses. You can cancel any membership at any time if you've used what you need or decide it's not for you.
COURSES: -
Take off! Off Beginners Ukulele
Beyond beginners Intermediate Ukulele
Escape The Plateau Next Steps
Fingerstyle Ukulele
Jazz and Blues Ukulele
Uke Theory
Playing Up The Dusty End!
Everything Baritone!
Uke TLC
Indie Ukulele
NEW! Beatles Ukulele
As well as access to the courses you also get:
Free worksheets for my fortnightly live lessons (usually £5 - £8).
Access to the member's forum.
Immediate access to an archive of over 100 arrangements to download & enjoy. More added all the time.
YOUR OWN PERSONAL UKE TUTOR!
- Gold members get 6 video submissions per annum. Matt will analyse your playing, suggest improvements and what you can do to improve. (Don't be initimidated - it's all about being positive!)
- One of the exclusive benefits of becoming a member is you'll be able to email Matt directly with any questions about your learning. Think of it as having your own personal ukulele trainer!
Click on the options below for more info.
Annual membership
130£Every yearEverything available with Gold membership but save 10% by paying annually.- Unlimited access to ALL courses
- 6 video submissions p/a for advice & direction
- Matt's direct email for any q's - your personal uke tutor!
- Full worksheets for fortnightly live lessons
- Scores for Melodic Mondays
- Access to member's uke forum
- Immediate access to archive of arrangements
Gold membership
12£Every monthGet everything! All courses & your own personal tutor!- Unlimited access to ALL courses
- 6 video submissions p/a for advice & direction
- Matt's direct email for any q's - your personal uke tutor!
- Full worksheets for fortnightly live lessons
- Access to member's uke forum
- Immediate access to archive of arrangements
- Scores for Melodic Mondays
Silver membership
10£Every monthMain 3 courses; Beginners, Intermediate and Next Steps, worksheets, emails to Matt, member's forum- My main three Beginners, Intermediate and Next Steps courses