The Vintage Sounds and Stylings of Victor & Penny

Vintage sounds, sparkling energy, jazzy stylings, and irrepressible spirit burst are hallmarks of the ukulele-driven sound of the band Victor & Penny.

Vintage sounds, sparkling energy, jazzy stylings, and irrepressible spirit burst are hallmarks of the ukulele-driven sound of the band Victor & Penny.

James Hill shares his thoughts on how ukulele festivals might evolve in this third wave of ukulele.

The MKT-10 (koa) and MSMT-20 (spalted mango) tenor ukuleles from Chicago ukulele maker Makaio deliver amazing playability at affordable prices.

The release of the star-studded Jake & Friends is further proof (not that it’s needed) that there is no one in the ukulele universe quite like Jake Shimaukuro.
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The phrase “kani ka pila” has origins dating back 1940s Hawaii, and was most likely first used to describe early, informal jam sessions with ukulele

An essential part of Gerald Ross’ success playing the ukulele is his encyclopedic knowledge of multiple genres of music, from swing to old-time, Latin to jazz.

Learn to play the click stroke on ukulele, a variation on clawhammer banjo-style playing that can be used to keep the beat while playing solo or with a group.

Twisted Wood's Switchback is an attractive ukulele with a cutaway, made from solid koa top and laminated back and sides made from koa, giving it a clear, warm sound.
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After working in his California ukulele shop for almost 20 years, Little River Instruments' Dave Sigman recently relocated to one of his favorite spots in Hawaii.

The 35T-CE tenor features all solid acacia for the top, back, and sides, with a beautiful rosewood bridge, binding, and fingerboard. The 35T-CE also features a soft cutaway, L.R. Baggs Five.O pickup, abalone rosette, rosewood binding, and Cordoba’s signature elevated…