Build Story: The Process, Makers, and Pros and Cons Behind Commissioning a Custom Ukulele
A look at the process, how long it takes to get a custom instrument, how much it costs, and how to make sure you get just what you’re looking for.
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Royal Ukes?
Will Grove-White tells the story of performing for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II at Windsor Castle.
The Dublin Irish Festival Brings Ukers from 9 States Together for a Memorable Collaboration
Describing the members of Gadan sounds like the beginning of a joke—an Irishman, an American, and three Italians walk into a barre chord.
Perfect Pairing: Del Rey’s Singular Sound and Deep Connection to her Ron Phillips Resonator Uke
Explore how the relationship between builder, player, and repertoire forms a uniquely powerful and enduring bond.
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Great Ukes: How Wilson Went From Slaughterhouses to Tennis Rackets, Creating Ashland Quality Line Soprano Ukuleles on the Way
Okay uke fans, here’s a little pop quiz: Back in the early 1900s, what did ukuleles have in common with tennis rackets?
Merry Times in Maryland at Strathmore UkeFest’s 17th Year
This festival is not only a celebration of the instrument, but a way to seriously improve one’s ukulele chops in a short amount of time.
Words of Wisdom: Celebrate 50 Issues of ‘Ukulele’ Magazine By Digging into the Archive
Explore a wealth of advice and playing tips from uke artists and teachers.
How Has the Ukulele Scene Changed?
From live video connections to increased availability and quality of affordable instruments, explore evolutions of the past decade.
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German Guitarist Jan Haasler Has Transformed Into a Soprano Ukulele Master
The music on Haasler’s three releases covers a broad spectrum of styles that showcases his dexterous strumming, deft fingerpicking, and uncanny knack for writing bright, catchy melodies.
Ukulele: The Next Generation—Feng E, Tyler Donkoh-Halm, Sho Humphries, Jiggy with Viggy, and Andrew Hoyt are Boldly Going Where No Uke Has Gone Before
Each of these five rising stars is pushing the boundaries of ukulele in performance, songwriting, and teaching.