Basics of string names and a few basic chords
Ok, so we will start with the string names.
-Hold the Ukulele in it's conventional position.
-The string closest to you is G(string number4)
-The next one down is the C(string number 3)
-The next string down is E(sring number 2)
-The furthest string away from you is the A(string number 1)
REMEMBERING THIS MAKES YOUR LIFE SO MUCH EASIER.
The 4 chords which will get you playing songs quickly are C,E,A,F and D. There are several different variations to give different sounds, but these will get you started.
(-=One fret)
(F=where to place your finger)
C
I--F-----
I--------
I--------
I--------
E
I-F-----
I---F---
I---F---
I---F---
A
I--------
I--------
IF-------
I-F------
F
I--------
IF-------
I--------
I-F------
D
I--------
I-F------
I-F------
I-F------