Joey Lusterman

Learn an Easy Ukulele Arrangement of “Danse Paysanne,” a Classical Guitar Staple

This simple but effective classical piece by Ferdinando Carulli (1770–1841) translates nicely to ukulele in reentrant or low-G tuning.

While it is a hollow body with a soundport at the top, this uke is really meant to be plugged in

These two patterns that are the main building blocks of Travis picking—one of the must-haves in any ukulele player’s tool kit

Delve into the flamenco sound and pick up a few tricks with this Malagueñas lesson

Significant compilations of early music featured ukulele and steel guitar

Also known as the syncopated strum, its roots go back to ragtime music

Kerrville Folk Songwriting Competition winner combines swing, jazz, blues, vaudeville, country, and clever writing

Re-entrant tuning is essential for clawhammer, as that high fourth-string G, which will produce an effect similar to a banjo’s fifth string

Artist and teacher Victoria Vox presents some of her go-to rhythms and how to play them

These tips will help you avoid developing bad habits