How Has the Ukulele Scene Changed?
From live video connections to increased availability and quality of affordable instruments, explore evolutions of the past decade.
German Guitarist Jan Haasler Has Transformed Into a Soprano Ukulele Master
The music on Haasler’s three releases covers a broad spectrum of styles that showcases his dexterous strumming, deft fingerpicking, and uncanny knack for writing bright, catchy melodies.
Review: Kala 20th Anniversary Tenors Show What the Company Does Best, Affordable Quality
This year, the company released two 20th Anniversary models: a spruce-top with quilted sapele back and sides, and a koa-top with mahogany back and sides.
Ukulele: The Next Generation—Feng E, Tyler Donkoh-Halm, Sho Humphries, Jiggy with Viggy, and Andrew Hoyt are Boldly Going Where No Uke Has Gone Before
Each of these five rising stars is pushing the boundaries of ukulele in performance, songwriting, and teaching.
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Instant Noodles! Musical Ingredients for Tasty Bites of Ukulele
Learn to make tasty bites of music quickly using the skills you already have on hand.
Rollin’ and Tumblin’: Learn to Play Slide Ukulele on this Classic Blues Tune
If you’ve never played uke with a slide before, don’t worry—it’s easier than you might think!
Review: Martin Centennial Concert Uke Offers Timeless Looks and Sound
Our reviewer was interested to see how this Centennial model would compare with the original design from 1925.
How Rock ‘n’ Roll Made the Ukulele Cool—Again
In the early 1960s, the ultimate uke-killer raised its six-stringed head: the electric guitar. But ukulele manufacturers weren’t ready to throw in the towel just yet.
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Uke Pros Share Their Secrets for Amplifying with Good Tone
The quest for reproducing that perfect sound through speakers can take an entire lifetime, but we're here to help you get a head-start on chasing the perfect tone.
Enter to Win a Martin 0XK Concert Ukulele Bundle
2 CHANCES TO WIN THIS MARTIN UKE BUNDLE! Get ready to strum in style with this all-in-one ukulele package! Alongside the beautifully crafted Martin 0XK Concert Ukulele and 2 Years of Backstage All Access Membership, this bundle includes everything you…