Ukulele Corner Academy
Learn the ukulele, properly.
A structured curriculum to guide you, a world-class teacher to inspire
you, and a supportive community of musicians beside you the whole way.
Why members join
10 reasons to join Ukulele Corner
- A structured learning path that guides you step by step.
- Lessons for high- and low-G tenor and baritone ukulele.
- Over five hundred in-depth lessons.
- All PDF downloads included in your membership.
- Every score in standard notation and TAB.
- Pre-made practice routines to guide your practice.
- Performance examples of all repertoire by Jeff Peterson.
- World-class instruction from a master musician.
- A vibrant, supportive community of players worldwide.
- Monthly live workshops and open mics.
Step-by-step learning
A clear path to fingerstyle mastery
Whether you are picking up a ukulele for the very first
time or returning after years away, Ukulele Corner gives you a clear,
step-by-step path to success.
The guided curriculum starts at square one – how to hold your
instrument, pluck your first strings, and read music – and builds your
skills through beautifully crafted lessons that feel achievable,
musical, and rewarding. You will develop solid fingerstyle technique,
explore classical, Hawaiian, blues, and folk styles, and gain the
confidence to play complete pieces with artistry and expression.
No more wondering what to practise next. No more bouncing between random
tutorials. Just a proven, structured approach that leads to real
progress – and music you will be proud to share.
Range
A variety of musical styles
Tenor & Baritone
The full curriculum is built for both high/low-G tenor and baritone ukulele.
Classical
Beautifully arranged classical repertoire that develops real fingerstyle control.
Hawaiian
Traditional Hawaiian styles, strumming, and slack-key-inspired fingerstyle.
Blues
Groove, feel, and expression through approachable blues ukulele pieces.
Folk & Popular
Familiar, satisfying tunes that keep you playing music you love.
Jazz
Jazz harmony, chord-melody playing, and improvisation for fingerstyle players.
Member story
Watch Robyn’s progress
It’s really made a difference to my life. It’s
brought me so much joy, and I’ve met so many people around the world
through Ukulele Corner.
Robyn, Ukulele Corner member
Her progress on the ukulele
Robyn’s story, in her words
What you’ll learn
A journey from your first note to advanced repertoire
A progressive curriculum designed for adult learners with
real-world schedules. Here is how your journey unfolds.
- 1Getting started
- 2Core skills
- 3Expanding style
- 4Performance
- 5-8Advanced
Grade 1 – Getting started
Proper posture, hand position, and how to read music. No prior experience needed.
Grade 2 – Core fingerstyle skills
Build finger independence, rhythm, and tone with beautiful, approachable melodies.
Grade 3 – Expanding your style
Explore classical, Hawaiian, blues, and folk pieces while deepening your musicality.
Grade 4 – Performance & expression
Interpret music with phrasing and dynamics, plus tips for memorisation and recording.
Grades 5-8 – Advanced fingerstyle
A library of solo works exploring style, musicality, and real technical challenges.
Why Ukulele Corner works
A complete, supportive learning experience
Learning an instrument can be overwhelming when you are
piecing it together from random videos or books that jump around. We take
the guesswork out of your journey.
A clear, step-by-step roadmap
No more wondering what to learn next. Each lesson builds logically on the last, from beginner to advanced.
Expert instruction
Your teacher, Jeff Peterson, brings decades of experience as a performer and educator – encouraging, and easy to follow.
Progress tracking & feedback
Always know where you are and where you’re headed, with personalised feedback through video submissions and live sessions.
A supportive community
You’re not learning alone. Connect with fellow players around the world in welcoming forums and group lessons.
Meet your teacher
Jeff Peterson
A Grammy-winning slack key master – and the teacher
guiding every step of your journey.
Jeff grew up on Haleakala Ranch on Maui, the son of a paniolo (Hawaiian
cowboy), surrounded by the sound of slack key guitar. He went on to study
classical guitar at USC and to lead the guitar program at the University
of Hawai‘i – a rare blend of deep tradition and serious training
that shapes every lesson he teaches.
That same artistry runs through the whole Academy. When you join, the
curriculum, the arrangements, and every performance example come
directly from Jeff – beautiful music broken down into steps you can
actually play.
Add the Peterson name to the top 10 list of
slack key giants.Wayne Harada, Honolulu Advertiser
- Featured on two Grammy-winning Hawaiian albums, including the first-ever Best Hawaiian Music Album Grammy.
- Grammy-nominated for his solo album Maui on My Mind.
- Honored with more than a dozen Na Hōkū Hanohano Awards – Hawaii’s highest music honor.
- Five of his compositions featured in the film The Descendants.
- Has shared the stage with Eric Clapton, James Galway, and the Honolulu Symphony.
In their words
Hear from a dedicated member
Now that I don’t fret so much about how to find
notes, I can just listen to the melodies in my head and they’re actually
starting to come out of my hands. It’s kind of a miracle!
Kenneth, Ukulele Corner member
Included with membership
Explore a rich library of lessons & resources
Your membership unlocks a growing library of high-quality
courses and materials that go far beyond the basics.
Music theory for ukulele
Chords, keys, harmony, and rhythm – demystified and made usable, designed specifically for the ukulele.
Baritone curriculum
Tailored technique, reading, and repertoire so baritone players are never left out.
Jazz ukulele
Jazz harmony, chord-melody, improvisation, and rhythmic nuance, taught for fingerstyle players.
Traditional Hawaiian
Hawaiian strumming, slack-key-inspired fingerstyle, and traditional songs at the instrument’s cultural roots.
Technique & warm-ups
Focused exercises and proven warm-up routines to strengthen your hands and improve your tone.
The CAGED system
Navigate chords, scales, and melodies across the whole fretboard with confidence.
Community
A community that makes you want to keep playing
You’re part of a warm, welcoming community of adult
learners from around the world – encouragement, inspiration, and real
connection at every step.
Supportive, friendly forums
Ask questions, share videos, and celebrate progress. Active, respectful, and full of camaraderie – no social-media noise.
Live events & group classes
Monthly Q&As and workshops with Jeff Peterson, live group lessons, and member showcase events.
Connect across borders
From Canada to Japan, Australia to the UK, members span the globe – united by a love of music.
Start your journey today
Choose your membership
Join hundreds of ukulele learners from around the world.
Whether it’s your first instrument or a long-awaited return, we’ll help
you grow with confidence and joy.
Quarterly
billed quarterly
- All grades, courses, and lessons
- Progressive practice routines
- Sheet music library
- Community forum
- Monthly live group lessons
- Regular new content
Annual
$360 billed annually
- Everything in Quarterly
- Two months free
- All grades, courses, and lessons
- Sheet music library
- Community forum
- Monthly live group lessons
Memberships renew automatically and can be
cancelled at any time – you keep access until your membership expires.
No risk
A 30-day money-back guarantee
It’s simple: if you are not satisfied with your membership, we will give
you your money back. We’re confident in the quality of these courses and
lessons, so we’re happy to offer this assurance.
Refunds are available within the first 30 days from the purchase of
your membership.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
I am a beginner – is this site for me?
will learn how to hold your ukulele, how to tune, and how to start
playing the music you want right away.
I am an adult learner – are there people my age here?
our members are over 40 (some are in their 80s). All are welcome here.
Are the books included?
the graded repertoire for tenor and baritone ukulele, the 20 practice
routines, the music from the Hawaiian book, Christmas songs, and Sor
studies. You can download these individually beneath the lessons on each
topic.
I’m an amateur guitarist – is this site too advanced for me?
the most out of it thanks to its supportive, motivating atmosphere. You
are certainly not alone here at Ukulele Corner.
Do I have to read music to use this site?
them easy to follow. We also have many lessons that teach you to read
standard notation, which can boost your learning and deepen your
musicianship.
Do memberships automatically renew?
up. You can cancel automatic renewal at any time and retain access until
your expiration date, and you can update your payment info whenever you
need to.
How does the 30-day guarantee work?
money back within the first 30 days. We cannot issue a refund after 30
days have passed, even if you cancel and rejoin later.
Start your journey today
A structured curriculum, a world-class teacher, and a community that
celebrates every bit of your progress. Your music is waiting.