Brittni Paiva Comes Back to Ukulele with an Award-Winning Song and a New Outlook on Life
Read an honest and heartfelt interview with ukulele phenom Brittni Paiva.
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Meet the Religious Society that Had Two of America’s Top Ukulele Groups in the Early 20th Century
Of all the various industries and activities promoted by the House of David (which some have called a cult), none was more important than music.
Great Ukes: Alvin Keech May or May Not Have Invented the Banjo Uke, but He Certainly Helped Popularize It
Follow a fascinating journey to uncover the story of a hardworking, talented, and complex man whose efforts helped popularize the ukulele around the world
Merchants of Waikiki–Who Really Made Summers Brothers Ukuleles?
Even though a significant number of beautiful vintage ukuleles bear their names, these brothers never actually built a single instrument.
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Roundup: Comparing the Sonic Quality and Playability of 5 Vintage Baritone Ukes
Sandor Nagyszalanczy conducts a face-off of five instruments, comparing not only their sonic qualities, but their construction and playability as well.
Jake Shimabukuro Joins Forces with Mick Fleetwood for Sensational Blues Outing
It’s always a treat to catch up with ukulele superstar Jake Shimabukuro.
Dan Scanlan Has Spent a Lifetime Fighting Injustice and Uniting Communities Through Ukuleles
You could call him a ukulele jack-of-all-trades—an accomplished songwriter, educator, author, luthier, and wandering minstrel.
The SS Badger Unites Ukesters Across Lake Michigan
Twenty ukulele enthusiasts sang and strummed for four solid hours across 62 miles of water.
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The Simple Elegance of Yoshiro Naoki’s Jewelry-Inspired Naturel Ukuleles
Naoki taps into his experience with precious metals and gems to craft exquisite ukuleles with a unique style.
Watch the Replay: Jim Beloff Stories and Songs from “The Daily Ukulele: Another Year”
We went live with Jumpin Jim Beloff for music, conversation, and tips on playing a few choice tunes from the The Daily Ukulele: Another Year. Enjoy the replay here.