Gear Guru: Picks For Ukulele—What’s The Deal?
If you are looking for more clarity, more volume, or a different tone, a pick may be good for you
Lessons and Advice
Learn to Play “Hula Girl” as a Solo Chord-Melody or Duet
This is one of the most lasting songs from the wave of Hawaiian obsession that first swept the mainland a century ago
Ukulele Lesson: How Lyrics Can Lead You to What Comes Next
When learning the chord progression to a song, don’t just whiz through it without first getting to know the song’s personality through its lyrics.
What’s Your Ukulele Skill Level?
Here's a guide for skill levels from Canadian ukulele school Ruby's Ukes
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Learn to Play ‘Glass Ball Slack Key’ from Led Kaapana
Ledward Kaapana’s prodigious ukulele chops are in full force on “Glass Ball Slack Key,” a spirited showstopper that he sometimes calls “Chicken in the Straw.”
Ukulele Lesson: Bossa Nova Like a Boss!
Exploring the Brazilian rhythm with this reimagining of a popular science-fiction TV theme song from the 1960s, arranged for baritone ukulele
Learn to Play an Israel Kamakawiwo’ole Classic, ‘Ka Pua U‘I’
On his version of Bina Mossman’s classic, Iz dresses up a simple chord progression with some jazz strums and fills
Get More Control Over Your Sound and Rhythm on Ukulele with this Meditative Exercise
This ukulele meditation combines three easy chords with 3 separate techniques to help your picking hand to gain balance, speed, and clarity.
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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
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.