The Healing Ukulele: How People Are Using Ukes to Help Children
One organization that is proving the healing powers of the ukulele and making a huge difference in the lives of countless children is the Ukulele Kids Club.
Joey Lusterman
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Learn to Play the Jazz Classic “Ain’t We Got Fun?” on Ukulele
The cheerful melody of “Ain’t We Got Fun?” belies the darkness of its lyrics, making it good fun to play on the ukulele.
Fit to Print: A Look at the Ukulele in Ads, Comics, and Magazine and Book Covers
Take a look at the ukulele in vintage newspaper and magazine advertisements, comics, cover illustrations, and related printed media from the 1910s to the 1960s.
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How to Play Chord Progressions in the Key of D on Ukulele | Chord by Chord Lesson 7
In this lesson from our Chord by Chord video series, you'll learn how to play a I, IV, V chord progression in D major.
Building a Ukulele: Voicing is at the Heart of Volume and Sound Quality
“Voicing”—the process by which a luthier thins and braces an instrument’s top during construction—is at the heart of volume and sound quality when building a ukulele.
Ukulele Makers Large and Small are Embracing the Eco-Friendly Practice of Sustainability
From large manufacturers to solitary craftspeople, ukulele makers are making greener choices and embracing the shift towards responsible, sustainable practices.
Global Star Taimane Explores Her Polynesian Roots on ‘HAWAIKI’
Taimane, who is now unquestionably the most popular female ukulele player in the world, explores her Polynesian roots on the new concept album HAWAIKI.
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Ukulele Luthier Jayne Henderson Tries to Find the Soul of Each Instrument She Makes
Jayne Henderson discovered her passion (and talent) for making instruments working on a guitar with her father Wayne and went on to found her own company, E.J. Henderson Guitars & Ukuleles.
Add Some Drama to Your Songwriting with a Step-Up Key Change
Technically known as a “modulation,” a step-up key change can significantly raise the emotion and drama of a recording or performance. Here's how to use it in your songwriting.