Strumming & Smiling in August

July 31, 2025September 3, 2025

Get Ready to Strum, Smile, and Shine!

Join us this month for a jam that’s all about good vibes and growing confidence! Whether you’re brand new to the uke or a seasoned strummer, there’s something for everyone at our August gathering.

We’re leaning into beginner-friendly songs—not just because they’re approachable, but because they’re fun! Sure, some have a few more chords than usual, but they’re all easy shapes once you get to know them. This is a great chance to polish up your transitions, learn a few new tricks, and most importantly—just have fun!

🎶 Beginners, come build your confidence in a welcoming, no-pressure environment.

🎶 Experienced players, this is your moment to explore new strumming patterns, toss in a solo, try out harmonies, or add those tasty little embellishments.

Beat the heat—come jam with us indoors, with cool tunes and even cooler people! 😎 (and humble, too!)

📅 When & Where:

Date/Time: Saturday, August 16th, 2025 10:00 AM – Noon
Location: 6876 S. Highland Drive, Cottonwood Heights, UT 84121. (Home of SVUUS, see map below)
Cost: Free! (as always!)

🎶 Set List (in order):

Me and Bobby McGee
Wonderful World
I’m Into Something Good
Open Mic – already filled
You Ain’t Going Nowhere
Side by Side
D’Ville Time – fun new song for us to learn by ear (and it’s beginner- friendly!)
When I’m 64
Open Mic – already filled
Black Magic Woman – easy version
The Letter
Open Mic – already filled
You’re Sixteen
When You’re Smiling

The Charts

Note: You’re Sixteen has been updated. Replace your current chart with this one.
Also, we have a new song: When You’re Smiling!

Sorry, these songs are no longer available to the public.

Map to the Jam:

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Here are some important tips they shared to help us identify and avoid fraudulent websites

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Check for poor grammar or spelling: Scam sites often contain numerous typos or grammatical errors.
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