Yes, that’s why I struggle to decide whether I like uke bands or not. Clearly, they bring a lot of people into music that otherwise would not feel inclined to participate, plus it’s good way of learning about music and performing, but I think they tend to move into performing a bit too early on. Hearing your favourite songs all but ruined by being reduced to over simplified three chord off beat strum alongs possibly only appeals to all the relatives and friends that cheer them along. I know we were all beginners once, but we practiced for months, even years, before daring to perform in public. Or am I just being a miserable old sod?
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