Why I Uke: Herb Ohta Jr. on His Playing Style and Musical Inspirations
Herb Ohta Jr. is a sought-after Na Hoku Hanohano award-winner, acclaimed for his fresh interpretations of Hawaiian songs and engaging, melodic compositions.
Joey Lusterman
A Historic Martin Ukulele Visits the Arctic and is Signed by Edison, Coolidge, and Lindbergh
From the Summer 2017 issue of Ukulele | BY TOM WALSH The most carefully examined ukulele in the world is on display in the Martin Guitar Museum and Visitor Center in Nazareth, Pennsylvania. Known as the “Konter” ukulele, this unassuming…
Learn to Play Lyle Ritz’s Ukulele Arrangement of ‘Let Me Call You Sweetheart’
This chord solo arrangement includes some distinctive chord choices; the second ending is especially delightful
Exploring 100 Years of Martin Ukulele History
In 1917, C. F. Martin & Co. published its first ukulele pamphlet, announcing the company’s newest instrument. To say they were a success is an understatement.
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Find Your Ideal Ukulele Event with Help from Top Uke Fest Visionaries
From the Summer 2017 issue of Ukulele | BY HEIDI SWEDBERG Ukulele events big and small are popping up all over the United States and the world. Whether you are a curious first-time player or a pro, there are great things to…
Ukulele Practice Tips From Daniel Ward
Here are some practice tips you can apply while learning any piece of music on ukulele, as well as a few tips on how to practice ukulele.
The Beatles Ukulele Lesson: Extended Chords Add Emotional Punch
There's a reason why The Beatles' songs are so much fun to play on ukulele. Here's a look at some of the more emotional chord changes in The Beatles music on ukulele.
New Ukulele Music from Andrew Molina and Ledward Kaapana; plus Jake Shimabukuro First Lesson Book
ANDREW MOLINA A New Journey (andrewmolinaukulele.com) Maui’s Andrew Molina is among a new generation of Hawaiian ukulele players taking a global-sized approach to what’s possible on the uke. Over the course of A New Journey’s one-hour run time, the 24-year-old…
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UKE EVENTS: Cruises, Festivals, and Workshops for May, June, July, and August
GNUF: GREAT NORTHERN UKULELE FESTIVAL May 5–7, 2017 Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, England One of the biggest ukulele festivals anywhere returns to West Yorkshire for its fifth year. Most of the workshops and performances will happen at the Lawrence Batley Theatre…
When Ukes Alone Aren’t Enough, Balance Your Strumables with Ukulele-Themed Collectibles
From the Spring 2017 issue of Ukulele | BY JUMPIN’ JIM BELOFF The collecting fever known as UAS or (Ukulele Acquisition Syndrome) can also extend beyond, well… ukuleles. For some uke aficionados it can spread to all sorts of categories…