L2.2 SPOOKY
This week you will explore the 1960s classic song "SPOOKY", by Dusty Springfield. Originally an INSTRUMENTAL song performed by saxophonist Mike Sharpe (Shapiro), written by Shapiro and Harry Middlebrooks Jr, which first charted in 1967 hitting No. 57 on the US pop charts.
PDF DOWNLOADS
Below is the song sheet and some alternative ways to play some of the chords. Remember - the new shapes and positions are all new so will need a bit of practising before using them effectively.
Left handed players only - download the PDF's below.
Strumming Info - CHUCK TECHNIQUE
“Spooky” gets much of its funky, laid-back groove from the chuck strum. In the main verse pattern, the chucks are shown by the blue Xs and land on beats 2 and 4, giving the rhythm a strong backbeat feel.
As you practise, aim to make each chuck short, crisp and percussive, while keeping your strumming hand moving smoothly through the pattern. Start slowly and focus on placing beats 2 and 4 accurately before building up speed.
Once the technique feels comfortable, you can use the chuck in lots of other strumming patterns to add extra rhythm, groove and texture to your playing.
This is the two bar strum pattern that covers most of the verse sections which make most of the song.
As you practise, aim to make each chuck short, crisp and percussive, while keeping your strumming hand moving smoothly through the pattern. Start slowly and focus on placing beats 2 and 4 accurately before building up speed.
Once the technique feels comfortable, you can use the chuck in lots of other strumming patterns to add extra rhythm, groove and texture to your playing.
This is the two bar strum pattern that covers most of the verse sections which make most of the song.
VIDEOS
This video explains how to play the chords and strumming patterns.
Now try adding your parts to this play along video:
AUDIO TRACKS
The audio play along tracks are a great way to help with home practice.
12 BAR BLUES FOR SOLO-ING:
SPOOKY: UKE PART 1 - Chords Only w/click @ 105BPM
SPOOKY: UKE PART 2 - Chords Only w/click @ 105BPM
Download the full song arrangement to help with practice offline.