Great Ukes: Why Did Gibson’s First Banjo Uke Have a Trap Door?
Gibson introduced its first ukulele banjo, the UB model, sometime around 1925
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Exploring the Ukulele’s Place in Higher Education Around the World
Making music with the ukulele is accessible and social, but what if you want study the instrument at the degree level in university?
Henry Kailimai and the Ford Hawaiians Introduced the Motor City to the ‘Sweet’ Sound of Ukulele
One day at the 1915 Panama-Pacific International Exposition, the sweet sounds produced by the Hawaiian Quintet caught the ear of another Henry—Henry Ford
Arhoolie Records’ Chris Strachwitz Left His Mark on Hawaiian Music, Too
Significant compilations of early music featured ukulele and steel guitar
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Ukulele Songstress Amy Kucharik Brews a Potent Potion of Catchy Tunes
Kerrville Folk Songwriting Competition winner combines swing, jazz, blues, vaudeville, country, and clever writing
Uke Scene: A Triumphant Return to the Las Cruces UkeFest
For the 4-piece band the Smoking Jackets, seeing how Las Cruces Ukes nourished its members—even while they were just tiny boxes on a screen—made this year’s festival feel so triumphant.
Uke Tales: Purple Hair, Heirlooms, and More
In this round of Uke Tales, the ukulele leads to a hair-changing experience; a 1930s Martin Soprano helps memories live on; and ukulele groupies can be found in all ages.
Talking Story with Slack-Key Virtuoso Jeff Peterson
The ukulele and slack-key guitar virtuoso is dazzling in almost any genre
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Great Ukes: This 1920s S.S. Stewart “Marquetry” Ukulele is a Stunner—No Matter Who Made it
Sometimes ukes with the exact same features and brand or model names may have been produced by two or more different manufacturers
Vinícius Vivas Has Become Brazil‘s Most Prominent Ukulele Ambassador
Vivas’ musical prowess and teaching skills has led to invitations to ukulele festivals worldwide