Hello fellow Ukulele players,
I am excited to finally share this with you.
After months of re-arranging, adding lyrics, and many hours of recording tutorials, the Second Edition of Ukulele Chord Melody Traditional Hymns is officially available!
This project has been a deeply personal journey for me. It started with childhood memories of watching my father sing from a hymnal, and it has evolved into a 291-page resource designed to help you take the "next step" in your playing.
What’s inside the New Edition?
67 Arranged Hymns: I’ve added 11 brand-new songs to the collection.
Over 9 Hours of Video: Every single arrangement now includes a linked demonstration and tutorial video.
Lyrics & Melody Included: By popular demand, I’ve added full lyrics and standard notation to every song.
Playability First: I’ve refined these arrangements to be "simpler but better," focusing on shapes that stay within the 12-fret limit and sound beautiful on any ukulele.
GCEA & DGBE Support: Whether you play standard or baritone, there is a version here for you.
Why Chord Melody?
If you’ve spent time strumming and singing, chord melody is the perfect way to let your ukulele truly "sing" the melody. It’s a rewarding, soulful way to play these timeless songs of faith.
Where to get your copy:
You can find the new edition in your preferred format here:
Digital(Best for Tablets...in multiple formats including PDF, compressed PDF, forScore, and MobileSheets): https://buymeacoffee.com/ukestuff/e/276865
Coming soon to Amazon and Apple Books!
If you have already purchased the Hymn collection, you can download the updated materials in your BuyMeaCoffee account.
Thank you for being a part of the UkeStuff and UkePlayAlongs community. Your feedback—asking for lyrics, better playability, and video support—is exactly what shaped this new edition. I can’t wait to hear these hymns ringing out from your ukuleles.
Happy strumming,
Christopher J. Russell, Ph.D. UkeStuff.info