Andrew Hardel of Rock Class 101

Andrew Hardel is an accomplished musician, educator, and founder of Rock Class 101, a worldwide online learning community focused on teaching people how to play and master the ʻukulele. After graduating from the Atlanta Institute of Music and Media, Andrew worked as a private music instructor before launching his own online lessons platform in 2013, originally covering guitar and other instruments before transitioning fully to ʻukulele in 2015 due to growing demand.

Through Rock Class 101, Andrew creates structured video lessons, complete with tabs and theory, helping thousands of players around the globe improve their technique, musicality, and confidence, from beginners to advanced learners. The platform now features hundreds of lessons and an interactive community that supports continued growth and collaboration.

Andrew’s passion for teaching, arranging, and performing on the ʻukulele has made him a respected voice in the online music education space, inspiring students worldwide to deepen their musicianship and creativity.