Melbourne Ukulele Community

It's only 80s and 90s songs tonight!
The 80s saw soft rock, glam metal, adult contemporary and smooth jazz gaining in popularity. The 80s were also remembered for an increase in the use of digital recording, associated with the usage of synthesisers. In the 90s, grunge and Britpop emerged, and electronic music grew even more popular. House and techno rose to international success in this decade.
Tonight, we've got over 300 songs to choose from :)

If you know someone who wants to learn ukulele or just likes singing, do invite them to join in / observe. It's a great way to chill out.

What do I need?

• A ukulele (please tune it before starting - search Youtube for help)
• A computer/laptop/tablet - anything with a large screen to see the songsheet.
• Earphones/headphones - to get the clearest sound
• a reasonably good Internet connection

The session is free but if you like our sessions and want to contribute to our operating expenses please make a small donation to:
Paypal: https://paypal.me/fihanafiah
OR
message me if you prefer to use the standard bank transfer method.
Fi
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Hi folks, we've been invited to perform for the residents of Gregory Lodge nursing home (near Newmarket Railway Station, Flemington and not far from the RSL) on 5th December Thursday 6:00 to 6.40 pm. Please RSVP if you're interested in performing. You will be put on a waitlist as their room capacity is limited. Once your attendance is confirmed, I'll email you the admin details and songsheets.

If you have a foldable music stand, please bring it and let me know via the comments below. We need 1 music stand for every 3 performers.

There is no need for face masks or RAT tests.

If you haven't performed before, it is very rewarding to see the smiles from the audience. Here's a short video of us in action!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z6Zv3lq27E8

After the performance, we will walk 300 metres to the RSL and have our usual session there until 8pm.

Fi

Hi folks, this session will start later than usual - at 7pm and we finish at 8pm. This is because a number of us will be performing at Gregory Lodge nearby until 6:40pm. The performers will then proceed to the RSL to begin this session. If you want to join the performance, see: https://4142298.xyz/melbourne-ukulele-community/events/304463071/

What to bring
Please bring your own ukulele. If you can't find one in time, I have two spare ukuleles that you can borrow for this meetup. You can reserve them by leaving a comment in the comments section below.

You can bring snacks/food to the venue and the bar will be open. A wide range of non-alcoholic and alcoholic drinks are available for purchase at very reasonable prices.

The session is free but there is a donation box if you like our sessions and want to contribute to our operating expenses.

Meeting place

Venue will be the Flemington-Kensington RSL, 25-27 Rankins Road, Kensington, VIC 3031.

How to Get There

Train - From the city, catch a Craigieburn Line train and get off at Newmarket Station, which is 3 stops from Southern Cross Station or 2 stops from North Melbourne. Exit the station, walk 200 metres to Racecourse Road. Head east (away from the station) along Racecourse Road for 250 metres. Then turn right into Rankins Road. The RSL is about 100 metres down Rankins Road, on your left.

Tram - The No. 57 tram from the city to West Maribyrnong stops about 200 metres away from the RSL. Get off at stop 25 (Wellington St & Racecourse Rd). Head east along Racecourse Rd and turn right into Rankins Road.

Driving - Park along Rankins Road or Parsons Street (around the corner). If you park along Rankins Road outside the RSL, there is a 2-hour limit. But if you park further down Rankins Road (one block further), there is no limit.

Important
If you are late, please use the meetup app to send messages to me. If you can't attend at the last minute, please change your RSVP or send a message. cheers,
Fi
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In the western world, the 60s & 70s are noted for counterculture - a revolution in social norms, including clothing, music, drugs, dress, sexuality, formalities, civil rights, precepts of military duty, and schooling. Others denounced the period as one of irresponsible excess, flamboyance, the decay of social order, and the fall or relaxation of social taboos. A wide range of music emerged; from popular music inspired by the Beatles, the folk music revival, and later in the 70s funk, Motown, psychedelic rock, and disco music.
Let's enjoy songs from this period - we've got over 200 songs to choose from!

If you can only attend part of the session or can only join in late, feel free to do so - your entry will not disrupt the session because of the Zoom settings I have chosen.

If you know someone who wants to learn ukulele or just likes singing, do invite them to join in / observe. It's a great way to chill out.

What do I need?

• A ukulele (please tune it before starting - search Youtube for help)
• A computer/laptop/tablet - anything with a large screen to see the songsheet.
• Earphones/headphones - to get the clearest sound
• a reasonably good Internet connection

The session is free but if you like our sessions and want to contribute to our operating expenses please make a small donation to:
Paypal: https://paypal.me/fihanafiah
OR
message me if you prefer to use the standard bank transfer method.

Fi
Like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/melbourneukulelecommunity/