Most ukulele players play the melody (single notes) or chords (strumming). Kobayashi specializes in Chord Melody : playing the melody note on the top string while simultaneously holding the chord with the lower three strings. His PDFs are masterclasses in voice leading.
Happy strumming, and keep it jazzy!
: "A Night In Tunisia," "Watermelon Man," "Moanin'," and "How High The Moon".
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: While largely playable on Low-G, the arrangements are primarily written for High-G tuning, focusing the melody on the top three strings.
publications. Kobayashi is a renowned Japanese musician and instructor whose arrangements are highly regarded for their playability and "rich" jazz sound on the ukulele. UKULELE japan Overview of Key Publications
Someday My Prince Will Come, As Time Goes By, Stranger in Paradise, Lullaby of Birdland. Availability and PDF Status Authentic Purchase: The book is published by Doremigakufushuppansha
