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Feasting on the Uke Recipes: Heidi Swedberg’s New Mexico Red Chili Sauce and More

Here's the recipe for Heidi Swedberg’s basic New Mexico red chili sauce, great for huevos rancheros and much, much more.

Review: Eastman’s Archtop Concert Ukulele Is Easy on the Eyes and Ears

Archtop instruments have an almost mystical quality. To some, they’re the height of the luthier’s art, a labor-intensive instrument crafted to meet the needs of the most talented musicians. Perhaps part of the mystique is way these instruments are made.…

Jazz Singer-Songwriter Gracie Terzian and Her Harp Ukulele Are Turning Heads

By Pat Moran Not too long ago, 24-year-old jazz singer and songwriter Gracie Terzian was watching ukulele videos on YouTube when she saw “this crazy instrument.” The instrument in question was a harp ukulele, “a normal ukulele with an extra arm…

Review: Opal Instruments’ New Aluminum-Framed Ukes Are Showstoppers

Opal ukuleles are professional-grade instruments built with an aluminum frame, mahogany neck, and onboard electronics.

Got a Pet? Got a Uke? Take a Photo for Our Next Issue

No cats were harmed in the above photo session! That’s actually my cat, Debbie, a sassy 10-year-old tabby who hates when I stop petting her and pick up my ukulele. For our upcoming Spring issue, we’re requesting your best pet…

Preview Ukulele Winter 2015, the Lifestyle Issue

Enter the world of the uke lifestyle and its vibrant community. This special section features a snapshot into the lives of 7 diverse players, including: Julia Nunes, Erin McGrane (of Victor & Penny), Ben Ahn, Brit Rodriguez, Mike Hind, Rio…

How to Change Your Ukulele Strings in 7 Easy Steps

Here's how to change your ukulele strings in 7 easy steps. (Bonus: changing strings is also the quickest and cheapest way to enhance the sound of your ukulele!)

Kala’s New Comfort Edge Series

Incorporating a beveled edge for greater playing comfort, Kala’s new Comfort Edge tenor ukuleles are the company’s first to add this elegant little feature. The lower bass bout is beveled which some players say makes playing more comfortable, an innovation…

Ukuleles for Peace Inspires Aloha at Honolulu’s Ukulele Festival

by Audrey Coleman “Hawaii is the Mecca and the Jerusalem of the ukulele,” Paul Moore declared to the audience at Honolulu’s Kapiolani Park, as he introduced the uke orchestra of 12 Israeli Jewish and Arab children that he directs in…

Ukulele Friend: Comparative Sound File Database

Sponsored by Ukulele Friend Aloha and welcome to Ukulele Friend. Complied with ‘Aloha’ ~ Here you will find for purchase some of the finest handcrafted vintage and custom ukuleles in the world. From the earliest of historical ukuleles to the…