A Full Day Of Ukulele, Friendship & Fun — Birmingham, 18th July
Only 30 places available
Spend a day learning, playing, laughing and performing with Matt Parkin from Awesome and special guest Matt Stead, the man behind The Ukulele Festival Of Great Britain
Join us in Birmingham - as always, it's gonna be fun!
Is This For You?
This day is perfect if:
🟠 You can play a few chords but want more confidence
🟠 You've been learning online and would love to meet other uke players
🟠You can play but you're nervous about performing or playing with others
🟠 You want a fun musical day out with friendly people
🟠 You love the Awesome Ukulele Academy community
Imagine finishing the day...
🟠 Playing confidently as part of a group performance
🟠 Meeting fellow ukulele players from around the UK
🟠 Learning directly from two experienced teachers
🟠 Feeling more confident about your playing than ever before
🟠 Leaving with new friends and great memories
🟠 Looking forward to your next uke get-together
Nobody gets left behind and everyone joins in at their own level.
You do not need to be an advanced player.
Your Ticket Includes
✔ Two workshops (fingerstyle & live performance)
✔ Tuition from Matt Parkin
✔ Tuition from special guest Matt Stead
✔ Community play-along
✔ Open mic opportunities
✔ Group performance
✔ Lunch
✔ A full day with the Awesome community
All for just £39
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Your tutors for the day
Matt Stead runs the Ukulele Festival of Great Britain and is a very prominent figure in the ukulele scene, not just in the UK but worldwide. Matt has taught 1000's of people online and in person, and is passionate about vintage ukes.
Matt Parkin, from The Awesome Ukulele Academy, is a teacher and performer that has taught 1000´s of people. He spent most of his 20's touring and recording with bands, such as The Jesus and Marychain and The Mission.
Both Matt's have a very similar approach to teaching music - everyone is in their own lane and will develop their own style in their own time. The emphasis is always on fun and enjoying your unique journey. No one get's left behind - we all have something to offer.
THE LOCATION - Eagle & Ball, Gopsal St, Birmingham B4 7RJ
- 20 minutes walk from New Street Station
- 10 minutes in a cab from New Street Station
- The closest car park is Millennium Point Multi Storey which is a 3-minute walk away
- Several great hotel options nearby
- 40 minutes from Birmingham International Airport
- Get in touch with any other queries
THE DATE: Saturday 18th July 2026
THE TIME: 11:00am - 6:00pm
THE TIME:
- 11:00am -11:30am Welcome and chat
- 11:30am - 1:30pm Fingerstyle Workshop with Matt Stead
- 1:30pm - 2:30pm Lunch
- 2:30pm - 4:30pm Performance Workshop with Matt Parkin
- 4:30pm - 5:00pm Break
- 5:00pm - 6:00pm Concert and Open Mic (with PlayAlong)
FAQ's:
What level do I need to be? As long as you can play a few chords, you'll be able to join in
Do I have to perform? We will all play as a group. If you want to do an open mic performance in a safe space, you can
What should I bring? Your ukulele, sense of humour, and enthusiasm
Can I come on my own? Yes - we are really friendly and inclusive
What if I'm nervous? Being nervous is normal - we all (including me) get nervous sometimes
Is lunch included? A pizza buffet lunch is included and there is a bar for you to buy drinks
Are beginners welcome? Everybody is welcome
Is there anything happening after the event? If your stopping over, we will be having a (very) informal meal somewhere local. We'll be in touch about this too.
Everybody is welcome
Only 30 places are available
We want to keep the event friendly, supportive and interactive, so numbers are capped.
Once the places are gone, they're gone.
Reserve your spot today.
Your Ticket Includes
✔ Two workshops (fingerstyle & live performance)
✔ Tuition from Matt Parkin
✔ Tuition from special guest Matt Stead
✔ Community play-along
✔ Open mic opportunities
✔ Group performance
✔ Lunch
✔ A full day with the Awesome community
All for just £39
