Songbook: Ukulele

Troika (Easy D major) - Prokofiev

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About this resource

In this Songbook resource you will learn how to:

  • Play Lieutenant Kijé, Op.60: IV Troika by Sergei Prokofiev
  • Follow the Songbook Ukulele video (using the chord of D major)
  • Using your instrument, rehearse and perform individually or as a whole class ensemble
  • Play rhythms/strum patterns whilst following the video

You will need to:

  • Make sure you are familiar with the chords used in this resource

Chord Recap: Troika

  • Use the Chord Recap prompt to find the right notes or chord on the instrument you are playing.
  • This activity will also help you to become familiar with reading tablature (TAB)

Troika – Chords

DOWNLOAD: Troika (Easy D major) - Prokofiev (Ukulele Chord Sheet)

Songbook Ukulele: Troika (Easy D major) – Prokofiev

Troika - Full track

  • The video contains ukulele cues with lyrics that change with the song and suggested rhythms in a box using 1+2+3+4 notation throughout the song.
  • Follow your lines and play along with the song using the backing track to help keep in time.

Key Learning and Vocabulary - Overview

Check your musical understanding of the following:

  • How to play Troika using the chord of D major
  • Strumming patterns using crotchets & quavers (up strokes, down strokes, up and down strokes)
  • Tablature
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