Learn to Play ‘Happy Birthday To You’ on Ukulele
Learn to play "Happy Birthday" on ukulele: Here's a simple beginner version with 3 chords to strum (C, G7, F) plus a more advanced chord-melody version.
Words of Wisdom: Celebrate 50 Issues of ‘Ukulele’ Magazine By Digging into the Archive
Explore a wealth of advice and playing tips from uke artists and teachers.
Learn Frank Ferera’s Take on “Maui Girl”
This transcription is a good introduction for players wanting to learn classic 1920s-style strumming and picking.
New Gear: Flight Nomad Tenor is a Solid Mahogany Stunner
The sophisticated design and practical features make this tenor ukulele feel like an instant classic.
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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!