UCL2 - WEEK 8
"TAKE ME OUT"
This week you will explore your final song of the season, Franz Ferdinands, "TAKE ME OUT, released in 2004 as the second single from their debut album, Franz Ferdinand which became the band’s biggest hit, propelling them to international fame.
The song starts fast-paced, but then suddenly slows down after the intro, creating a striking contrast. This unexpected tempo change makes the song feel like two different tracks merged into one.
The song starts fast-paced, but then suddenly slows down after the intro, creating a striking contrast. This unexpected tempo change makes the song feel like two different tracks merged into one.
PDF DOWNLOADS
Have a listen to the audio track for the part at full speed along with the original track ranging from 142 - 102 BPM:
Strumming Patterns
Nice and easy start with sing strums. You ony need to strum once on bar 1 and 3 for the intro:
INTRO.
INTRO.
PART 1
More single strums here, but look out for the split bar containing the G & D notes. This is played 4 times.
More single strums here, but look out for the split bar containing the G & D notes. This is played 4 times.
PART 2
This section is played twice round and just appears once in the song. You simply need to pick out the open strings of G (2 beats), A (2 beats) and E (4 beats) and repeat.
This section is played twice round and just appears once in the song. You simply need to pick out the open strings of G (2 beats), A (2 beats) and E (4 beats) and repeat.
PART 3
More single strums for each bar. This is where the tempo changes and the song begins to slow down at the end for the marching style rhythm.
More single strums for each bar. This is where the tempo changes and the song begins to slow down at the end for the marching style rhythm.
PART 4
This section plays down strums on each beat on Em only for 4 bars.
This section plays down strums on each beat on Em only for 4 bars.
PART 5 - 8
The next 4 sections play the same chord structure as below with 4 down strums per bar.
The next 4 sections play the same chord structure as below with 4 down strums per bar.
PART 9
This section is simply 2 bars of Em with 4 down strums per bar:
This section is simply 2 bars of Em with 4 down strums per bar:
PART 10
This section is where the chord progression changes with 4 down strums per bar and is repeated 4 times:
This section is where the chord progression changes with 4 down strums per bar and is repeated 4 times:
VIDEO TUTORIALS
Video tutorials will be uploaded within 24 hours of your class taking place.
There are 3 sections to this song that repeat. Each section is repeated twice per section throughout the song.
There are 3 sections to this song that repeat. Each section is repeated twice per section throughout the song.
INTRO & PART 1
PART 2 + 3
PART 4 + 5-8
PART 9 & 10
PART 11 - 16 (Outro)
FULL SONG
Try using just your song sheet here so you get used to the parts without having to depend on your structure sheets.
Try using just your song sheet here so you get used to the parts without having to depend on your structure sheets.
MP3 DOWNLOAD
Click on the button below to download the full arrangement of Take Me Out with all parts, L2.2, L3 & Baritone.
IMPORTANT INFO RE: WEEK 9 REHEARSAL SESSION:
Next week’s session will be a full rehearsal in preparation for our upcoming festival performances – so please come ready to run through the full set - which includes all songs you have worked on this term!
🕡 For the Wednesday group - you will be starting as usual at 6:30pm, and finishing a little later than usual – around 8:00pm. You are also welcome to attend either of the Thursday sessions as stated below.
🕡 For the Thursday group - you will be starting as usual at 11:00am, and finishing a little later than usual – around 12:30pm. You are welcome to attend the Wednesday session at 6.30pm
There will also be an extra rehearsal opportunity for any level 2's that would like a bit more practice on:
📍 Thursday at 5:15pm next week.
🌞 LIVE REHEARSAL PERFORMANCE!
We're also excited to announce that you’ll be taking part in a live rehearsal at the UCL Summer Celebration on Wednesday 2nd July, alongside the rest of the UCL Play Club Members. This will be a fun, informal chance to practice performing as a full group ahead of Summer Strum and BUFF 2025!
Thanks as always for your energy, commitment and joy – let’s make it a summer to remember! 🌻🎵
Next week’s session will be a full rehearsal in preparation for our upcoming festival performances – so please come ready to run through the full set - which includes all songs you have worked on this term!
🕡 For the Wednesday group - you will be starting as usual at 6:30pm, and finishing a little later than usual – around 8:00pm. You are also welcome to attend either of the Thursday sessions as stated below.
🕡 For the Thursday group - you will be starting as usual at 11:00am, and finishing a little later than usual – around 12:30pm. You are welcome to attend the Wednesday session at 6.30pm
There will also be an extra rehearsal opportunity for any level 2's that would like a bit more practice on:
📍 Thursday at 5:15pm next week.
🌞 LIVE REHEARSAL PERFORMANCE!
We're also excited to announce that you’ll be taking part in a live rehearsal at the UCL Summer Celebration on Wednesday 2nd July, alongside the rest of the UCL Play Club Members. This will be a fun, informal chance to practice performing as a full group ahead of Summer Strum and BUFF 2025!
Thanks as always for your energy, commitment and joy – let’s make it a summer to remember! 🌻🎵
UCL SUMMER CELEBRATIOn - TICKETS NOW ON SALE!
🎉 The countdown is on… just 2 weeks to go until the UCL Summer Celebration! 🎉
Tickets are now officially on sale for UCL members and their guests – and with limited capacity at the venue, we recommend grabbing yours as soon as possible. Max 3 tickets per member!
Once they’re gone… they’re gone!
🎟️ Don’t miss out on a brilliant night of live music, games, and good vibes as we come together to celebrate and fundraise for Summer Strum 2025!
Tickets are now officially on sale for UCL members and their guests – and with limited capacity at the venue, we recommend grabbing yours as soon as possible. Max 3 tickets per member!
Once they’re gone… they’re gone!
🎟️ Don’t miss out on a brilliant night of live music, games, and good vibes as we come together to celebrate and fundraise for Summer Strum 2025!
🎟 Raffle Prize Donations Needed! 🎶
If you’re able to donate a prize for our Summer Celebration Raffle, we’d be incredibly grateful! 🙌
📦 How to Donate:
Please bring any raffle prize donations to class this week or next — every contribution helps!
🎫 Raffle Details:
✨ Raffle Tickets available online and at the event!
💰 £5 per strip (5 entries)
🎁 Fantastic prizes up for grabs including a brand new concert ukulele and accessory swagger!
Thank you for your support—let’s make this a night to remember! 🎶💛
If you’re able to donate a prize for our Summer Celebration Raffle, we’d be incredibly grateful! 🙌
📦 How to Donate:
Please bring any raffle prize donations to class this week or next — every contribution helps!
🎫 Raffle Details:
✨ Raffle Tickets available online and at the event!
💰 £5 per strip (5 entries)
🎁 Fantastic prizes up for grabs including a brand new concert ukulele and accessory swagger!
Thank you for your support—let’s make this a night to remember! 🎶💛
Click the button below to download the official UCL Summer Celebration poster! Feel free to share with friends & family and if you post it on your socials, be sure to tag us in: @ukuleleclubliverpool
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