Eden & John‘s East River String Band are Masters of the Old Groove
Eden & John‘s East River String Band, with artist R. Crumb as a member playing ukulele, resuscitates obscure old blues, early country, jug band, and the occasional pop tune.
Remembering Bruddah Iz: 25 Years After his Death, Israel Kamakawiwo‘ole Still Melts Hearts and Inspires
Iz will always be most remembered for his voice & ukulele medley of two great American standards: “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” and “What a Wonderful World.”
The 1920s Ukulele Craze Coincided with the Rapid Rise of American Football
The rise of ukulele popularity in the 1920s coincided with the Golden Age of Spectator Sports, as shown by the vintage ukes shown here.
Add Ease and Elegance to Basic Ukulele Chords With Your Pinky
Using your pinky on ukulele chords can open up your playing to using your fingers more efficiently to allow for easier chord transitions.
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Harp Ukulele Specialist Gracie Terzian Has Followed Her Own Road
Though her debut album hit #3 on the Billboard Jazz chart, harp ukulele specialist Gracie Terzian describes her musical endeavors as a singer-songwriter in more of the folk genre, with jazz harmonies.
How to Make Your Ukulele Chords Sound Better
Here's how to eliminate buzzes, clicks, and wrong-sounding notes while strumming
Review: Ibanez UKS100 and UKC100 Ukes Deliver Simple Looks and Pleasing Tone at Bargain Price
The UKC100 concert and UKS100 soprano ukuleles from Ibanez use a stick-to-the basics approach of good build quality and materials, easy playability, and tasteful looks at a bargain price.
With 3 Movable Ukulele Chord Shapes, You Can Play Millions of Songs
Many ukulele players are trapped in the key of C, but there are actually 12 keys to choose from. Here's how to unlock your potential with 3 easy chord shapes.
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Freshen Up Old Standards on Ukulele with Chord Substitutions
Because you know the melody so well in this popular old tune, you’ll be able to feel and hear the effects of the new chords quite dramatically in this ukulele lesson.
Getting Started on Ukulele: Learn Your First 4 Basic Chords
Did you just get an ukulele but don't know where to start? Here are a few tips to help you nail those first few chords on ukulele.