Australian Ukulele Musical ‘Uked!’ Gets Audience Involved
A new stage show called Uked!, which bills itself “the first play-along ukulele musical,” sold out a series of shows when it premiered in Australia.
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Christmas Spirit 2021: Celebrate the Holidays with Ukulele Fun!
For some holiday cheer, here are videos of 4 Christmas tunes, performed by Cynthia Lin, David and Claire Crosby, Victoria Vox, and Ukulenny.
‘A Fresh Idea’: Jim Beloff Chronicles the Ukulele’s Third Wave in the 1990s
The action in this short excerpt from the new book "UKEtopia! Adventures in the Ukulele World" takes place in 1998, as the 3rd wave was still gaining momentum.
Let It Be (Ukes!): A Reimagining of The Beatles’ classic album
The 10 songs on The Beatles' 1970 album "Let It Be" are reimagined for the ukulele in this collection of videos.
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Ukulele Kids Club Provides Instrumental Healing
The nonprofit Ukulele Kids Club has donated ukuleles to at least 40 hospitals that specialize in pediatric care to help with music therapy for patients.
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.
UkeFest 2.0: James Hill’s Blueprint for the Future of Ukulele Festivals
James Hill shares his thoughts on how ukulele festivals might evolve in this third wave of ukulele.
Jake Shimabukuro Takes Another Great Leap Forward—With a Lot of Help from his Friends
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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Gerald Ross Lets his Right Hand Do The Talking on 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.
Uke Makers: Little River Ukuleles’ Dave Sigman is Adjusting Well to Island Living
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.