Clinics and Workshops with Christina O’Brien
FEEDBACK from TEACHERS…
“Super helpful! Totally opposite from how I've approached uke so far, and I think your method will eliminate or mitigate so many of the issues that I've been facing with my students. I can't wait to change things up and start single string work!”
BCMEA 2024 Teacher
”Christina has great energy and has perfected her teaching of the ukulele for all ages. Great tunes and wonderful progressions for all skill levels to participate.”
MCA 2024 Teacher
”The BEST ukulele session I have ever attended. Most only teach to upper elementary/middle school. I never knew I could teach to primary children. They will be thrilled. Thank you so much!”
BCMEA 2022 Teacher
”Christina is a MASTER TEACHER. Her ways of teaching use fun imagery, natural progressions and multi levels. She has blended familiar songs with her own compositions and presented them in an engaging and accessible format. Finally, she left us with tools and inspiration to continue. Bravo! I can't wait to learn more.”
MCA 2023 Teacher
”It was great! Lots of helpful teaching tips. I have made the mistake of teaching chords first which is overwhelming to some kids. I will take this course and reexamine my teaching of the uke!”
BCMEA 2024 Teacher
”Thank you so much for all your ideas about teaching reading and getting students started on the ukulele. It will help me next year as I work to help them understand the relationship between the notes they play and their fingerings.”
AMEA 2024 Teacher
”This was such a great session. I learned so much so fast and will be able to take what I learned and use it in my classroom on Monday!”
PDTCA 2024 Teacher
”It was very useful! This makes teaching ukulele seem less daunting as a new teacher.”
BCMEA 2024 Teacher
”I loved this session and your energy for the class! I felt like I’m much more comfortable playing the ukulele after your class and had a lot of fun!”
AMEA 2024 Teacher
”Great ideas and new ways to look at early chords even for someone who's taught uke in the classroom for a while.”
PDTCA 2024 Teacher
”I really appreciated how your program is accessible for all ages.”
AMEA 2024 Teacher
”You are a fantastic teacher. I loved that I actually got to play and learn how to teach the ukulele!”
PDTCA 2024 Teacher
UPCOMING EVENTS
Feb 2025 - “Uke Jam (wellness activity)” and "“Pop…goes the ‘Ukulele”
- PDTCA Teacher’s Convention - Calgary, AB
Jan 2025 - “Uke 101" and “Pop…goes the ‘Ukulele!”
- Arizona Music Education Association Conference - Mesa, AZ
Dec 2024 - Uke Night at the WestLife Christmas Market
- Springbank, AB
PAST CLINICS and WORKSHOPS
Oct 2024 - “Easy Ukulele” - MCA - Edmonton, AB
Oct 2024 - “Uke 101” and “Ukulele.Simplified” - BCMEA - Vancouver, BC
May 2024 - Pop… goes the ‘Ukulele! - Calgary, AB
March 2024 - Keiki Group Lessons - Kanile’a ‘Ukulele - Honolulu, HI
March 2024 - Student Workshops (Grades 5-8) - Champion School
Feb 2024 - “Uke 101” and “Ukulele.Simplified” - PDTCA Convention - Calgary, AB
Feb 2024 - “Ukulele.Simplified” - Arizona AMEA - Mesa, AZ
Feb 2024 - Student Workshops (Grades 5-6) - Tanbridge Academy
Feb 2024 - Artist in Residence (Grades 3 and 7) - Lacombe Christian School
Dec 2023 - Uke Night at the WestLife Christmas Market - Springbank, AB
Oct 2023 - “Uke 101” and “Ukulele.Simplified” - MCA - Edmonton, AB
Oct 2023 - “Morning Jam” and “Easy Concert Arrangements” - PCCE Convention - Leduc, AB
September 2023 - “Music Teacher Networking and Jam” - Palliser Regional Schools - Calgary, AB
August 2023 - Langley Ukulele Ensemble Summer Camp Instructor (Grades 1-3) - Langley, BC
February 2023 - “There’s a part for UKEs” - PDTCA Convention - Calgary, AB
October 2022 - “UKE Can Do It” - MCA - Edmonton, AB
October 2022 - “UKE Can Do It” - BCMEA - Richmond, BC
October 2022 - “Ukulele Day” at Long & McQuade - Calgary, AB
September 2022 - “Music Chat and Uke Jam” - Palliser Regional Schools - Calgary, AB
July 2022 - “UKE Can Teach It” - Calgary, AB
March 2022 - “Cross-Curricular Teaching - I Need a Snack” - CCSD Arts Day - Online
February 2022 - “UKE Can Teach It” - CCSD Music Monday Series - Online
February 2022 - “Rhythm and Uke” - PDTCA Teacher’s Convention - Online
October 2021 - “Rhythm and ‘Uke” - PCCE Convention - Online
September 2021 - “Choreography during Covid and more…” - Palliser Regional Schools - Calgary, AB
July 2019 - Master Class - “Pop Music with the Ukulele” - JHUI Teacher Course - Vancouver, BC
February 2019 - “Uke Jam for Beginners” - Rundle College PD Day - Calgary, AB