‘Are You Lonesome Tonight?’ Fingerstyle Ukulele for Beginners
This emotional fingerstyle ukulele arrangement of "Are You Lonesome Tonight" plays closer to the original 1927 version rather than Elvis' 1960 recording.
Nick Grizzle
How to Strum Your Ukulele: 6 Tips to Get Started
One aspect of playing ukulele that often gets overlooked is the actual technique of strumming. Learn how to strum ukulele with these 6 strumming tips and tricks.
Play the Ukrainian Lullaby ‘Kotikoo’ on Ukulele
In solidarity with the people of Ukraine, Heidi Swedberg and Daniel Ward have put together an arrangement for ukulele of "Kotikoo," a Ukrainian lullaby.
Join Us in Ireland and Experience Traditional Music as the Locals Do
Sponsored by Irish Music Tours Turas Ceoil, loosely translated, means ‘Music Journey’ or ‘Music Pilgrimage.’ Why not join us right now on a unique journey exploring the music, heritage, history, and beauty of Ireland and its wild and scenic west…
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Hawaiian Style Turnarounds for Ukulele
In this ukulele lesson you will learn a couple Hawaiian-style turnarounds and vamps to incorporate as cues and into the beginning and end of songs.
Ukulele Fingerstyle for Beginners: Attaingnant’s ‘Tourdion’ (1529) Will Strengthen Your Hammer-ons and Pull-offs
Pierre Attaingnant’s “Tourdion” (1529) sounds great on ukulele, and this piece also gives us a chance to work on some useful techniques like hammer-ons and pull-offs.
Finding and Fixing Buzzes and Rattles on Your Ukulele
Here are several things you can check and fix yourself before taking your ukulele to a repair professional
Common Sense Care: How to Keep Your Ukulele in Tip-Top Shape
Your ukulele wants to be played, it wants to be enjoyed, and it wants to be cared for. So, let’s talk about the last part—how best to care for your ukulele!
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Which Size Ukulele is Right for You?
The four main sizes of ukuleles are, in ascending order, soprano, concert, tenor, and baritone. Here’s how to decide which size ukulele is right for you.
How to Play Scales on Ukulele
Here you will learn two scales for ukulele: The C major scale and a similar sounding cousin, the G mixolydian scale.