Oct 10: Reinventing the Ukulele: A Modern, Percussive, Fingerstyle Approach with Feng E

Saturday, Oct 10, 2026

11am – 1pm

Dusty Strings 3406 Fremont Ave N

Maximum Enrollment: 16

Registration & Refund Deadline: Wednesday, October 7, 2026

We are excited to present a special guest workshop with internationally recognized ukulele artist Feng E, whose innovative approach is redefining what this instrument can do. This session offers a completely new way to approach the ukulele. Moving beyond traditional strumming, Feng E demonstrates how the instrument can function as a dynamic, multi-layered musical experience—combining melody, rhythm, and percussion all at once.

Through a combination of performance and guided instruction, students will be introduced to:

• Creative approaches to rhythm and percussive playing
• Fingerstyle techniques adapted from contemporary guitar styles
• Ways to combine melody, harmony, and groove simultaneously
• The fundamentals of improvisation and personal expression

Skills Needed: This workshop is designed to be inclusive and engaging for all experience levels:

• Students with little or no background will gain exposure, inspiration, and simple entry points into music-making
• Developing players will expand their technical and creative toolkit
• Advanced students will be challenged with new concepts in arrangement and percussive technique

Even people who do not play an instrument will find the experience engaging and inspiring!

What to Bring: Your ukulele

Teacher: Originally from Taiwan, Feng E first gained international attention as a young ukulele prodigy, quickly building a global following through viral performances online. His breakthrough appearances on Asia's Got Talent and The Ellen DeGeneres Show introduced millions to his unique style. Since then, he has performed internationally, won major competitions, and developed a reputation as one of the most forward-thinking players of his generation.

*Most classes and workshops are geared towards late-teens and adults. Younger learners will benefit most starting with private lessons.

If you have any questions about group classes, or the school in general, don’t hesitate to contact us at (206) 634-1662 or music@dustystrings.com.