{"product_id":"oct-10-reinventing-the-ukulele-a-modern-percussive-fingerstyle-approach-with-feng-e","title":"Oct 10: Reinventing the Ukulele: A Modern, Percussive, Fingerstyle Approach with Feng E","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSaturday, Oct 10, 2026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e11am – 1pm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Dusty+Strings+Music+Store+%26+School\/@47.6497623,-122.3521913,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x5490150728af3449:0x27ab6e8d2dae7aff!8m2!3d47.6497623!4d-122.3496164!16s%2Fg%2F1tk1yr74?entry=ttu\u0026amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDMwNC4wIKXMDSoJLDEwMjExNDUzSAFQAw%3D%3D\"\u003eDusty Strings 3406 Fremont Ave N\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaximum Enrollment:\u003c\/b\u003e 16\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRegistration \u0026amp; Refund Deadline:\u003c\/b\u003e Wednesday, October 7, 2026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThrough a combination of performance and guided instruction, students will be introduced to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\" style=\"margin-top: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCreative approaches to rhythm and percussive playing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFingerstyle techniques adapted from contemporary guitar styles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWays to combine melody, harmony, and groove simultaneously\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe fundamentals of improvisation and personal expression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSkills Needed:\u003c\/b\u003e This workshop is designed to be inclusive and engaging for all experience levels:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\" style=\"margin-top: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eStudents with little or no background will gain exposure, inspiration, and simple entry points into music-making\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDeveloping players will expand their technical and creative toolkit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAdvanced students will be challenged with new concepts in arrangement and percussive technique\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .25in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eEven people who do not play an instrument will find the experience engaging and inspiring!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat to Bring:\u003c\/b\u003e Your ukulele\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTeacher: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginally 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 \u003ci\u003eAsia's Got Talent\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eThe Ellen DeGeneres Show\u003c\/i\u003e 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: blue;\"\u003e*\u003ci\u003eMost classes and workshops are geared towards late-teens and adults. Younger learners will benefit most starting with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/store.dustystrings.com\/collections\/private-lessons\"\u003eprivate lessons\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: blue;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIf you have any questions about group classes, or the school in general, don’t hesitate to contact us at (206) 634-1662 or \u003ca href=\"mailto:music@dustystrings.com\"\u003emusic@dustystrings.com\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"School","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53396383203628,"sku":"20261010FENGE","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0872\/2481\/1820\/files\/2026Oct-ReinventingtheUkulele.jpg?v=1783029426","url":"https:\/\/store.dustystrings.com\/products\/oct-10-reinventing-the-ukulele-a-modern-percussive-fingerstyle-approach-with-feng-e","provider":"Dusty Strings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}