The Monday Sessions: And Your Bird Can Sing

Part of The Monday Sessions

About And Your Bird Can Sing

It’s been a while since I’ve done anything for the Monday Sessions. Life post-lockdowns has been a bit nonstop.

Anyhow, I managed to record this a few weeks ago. Got myself a new Baritone Ukulele and decided to record this track as a challenge. Firstly, I wanted to see how much I could get out of a the 4 stringed instrument. I set myself a rule; strictly, no guitars.

Secondly, I’ve always been enamored by the solo at the start of this song – The Beatles version on Revolver has such speed and urgency to it – and always felt it was a bit beyond my skill. But I was feeling brave and decided to have a crack at it.

The attempt isn’t perfect, but it’s good enough for me. After listening back to it, I decided it needed to some percussion, so I purchased some claves and maracas. Expect to hear them again some time.

Enjoy. 🙂

About The Monday Sessions

A quick introduction into what The Monday Sessions are all about; where I can, I'm planning on recording at least one of these every two weeks. I plan to record, edit and mix them, and have them ready on Mondays. 🙂

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