The basic strum is the most common strumming pattern used on the ukulele. It is a simple up-and-down motion with your strumming hand.
To perform the basic strum, hold the ukulele in your right hand with your thumb on the back of the neck and your first three fingers spread out across the strings. With your left hand, fret a chord. Then, use your right hand to strum all four strings in a downward motion. Repeat this motion, alternating between up and down, to create a steady rhythm.
Down Strokes
Down strokes are a simple strumming pattern that involves moving your strumming hand in a downward motion.
To perform a down stroke, hold the ukulele in your right hand with your thumb on the back of the neck and your first three fingers spread out across the strings. With your left hand, fret a chord. Then, use your right hand to strum all four strings in a downward motion.
Up Strokes
Up strokes are a simple strumming pattern that involves moving your strumming hand in an upward motion.
To perform an up stroke, hold the ukulele in your right hand with your thumb on the back of the neck and your first three fingers spread out across the strings. With your left hand, fret a chord. Then, use your right hand to strum all four strings in an upward motion.
Double Strums
Double strums are a more advanced strumming pattern that involves alternating between down strokes and up strokes.
To perform a double strum, hold the ukulele in your right hand with your thumb on the back of the neck and your first three fingers spread out across the strings. With your left hand, fret a chord. Then, use your right hand to strum all four strings in a downward motion, followed immediately by an up stroke.
Triple Strums
Triple strums are a more advanced strumming pattern that involves alternating between down strokes and up strokes three times in a row.
To perform a triple strum, hold the ukulele in your right hand with your thumb on the back of the neck and your first three fingers spread out across the strings. With your left hand, fret a chord. Then, use your right hand to strum all four strings in a downward motion, followed immediately by two up strokes.
These are just a few of the basic strumming patterns that you can use on the ukulele. With a little practice, you will be able to master these patterns and create your own unique rhythms.