Swinging the Split Stroke

This week as part of #splitstrokemonth, we’re taking a look at the split stroke in it’s home territory of jazz, but fast forwarding to a later period (50s, 60s) and adding some swing into the mix as a tool to help us solo. Grab the free PDF here: Can you do a swung split stroke […]

Split Stroke as a Waltz

In this week’s video as part of #splitstrokemonth, we’re learning the technique as a waltz. Not only that, but we learn an original piece of music, ‘Start Again’ to see how the technique can be used and adapted to play chord-melody. Download the free PDF here: And watch the full lesson here:

It’s Split Stroke Month!

It’s #splitstrokemonth here in August, where we’ll be exploring a new topic each week dedicated to the famous Split Stroke technique, and how we can evolve it to create something new and special and magical. Check out the introduction and some context Don’t forget you can learn all about the traditional split stroke style in […]

Jazz Beginners Course: Now Available!

It’s finally here… I am pleased to announce that the SECOND Ukulele Online course, Jazz Beginners, is out RIGHT NOW! You can click on the image below to get started… This course is an ideal way into playing jazz on your ukulele. All you need knowledge of is the usual basic ukulele chords and a […]

Workshops – happening soon!!!

Begins tonight! Two online workshops for the end of June 2024. A unique opportunity to dive deep in to two areas of interest to many ukulele players, from becoming more technically proficient to adding some pizzazz to your performances! Workshops will take place over Google Meet; to get your access link, please purchase a ticket […]

It’s show day!

Today’s the day! Come and see my biggest show yet, at the Cellar Bar in South Hill Park Arts Centre, Bracknell. Timeless humour and unmatched virtuosity make for this awe-inspiring show; a class act. Matthew Quilliam’s HAPPY TALK is a feel-good variety show with a modern twist. Where: South Hill Park Arts Centre, Bracknell, RG12 7PA […]

Workshops

Announcing two online workshops for the end of June 2024. A unique opportunity to dive deep in to two areas of interest to many ukulele players, from becoming more technically proficient to adding some pizzazz to your performances! Workshops will take place over Google Meet; to get your access link, please purchase a ticket below […]

Upcoming show

WEDNESDAY 22ND MAY 8pm (ticket link below) My big show is coming up really fast! It’s going to be the biggest and most spectacular show I’ve done yet, so please come along for a great time. Timeless humour and unmatched virtuosity make for this awe-inspiring show; a class act. Matthew Quilliam’s HAPPY TALK is a […]

You Won’t Want To Miss This…!

My full 2-hour show Happy Talk is coming very soon to South Hill Park Arts Centre in Bracknell. With plenty of your favourite songs, spectacular instrumentals and twists and turns (including but not limited to TAP dancing!), it’s sure to be a night to remember. Head down to the Cellar Bar to enjoy a drink […]

D-Day Show

Commemorate 80 years since d-day… The beginning of the end of WWII, D-Day refers to the mass invasion of France also known as the Normandy landings on 6th June 1944. Thanks to the efforts of thousands of brave soldiers, the war in Europe would come to an end less than a year later. Many great […]