Uke Tales: George Harrison, Seniors, the Joys of Music, and Hawaiian Legends
Here’s another cool batch of stories from Ukulele readers about their love of uke, including playing George Harrison tunes, bringing smiles to seniors, and more!
How to Strum Your Ukulele: 6 Tips to Get Started
One aspect of playing ukulele that often gets overlooked is the actual technique of strumming. Learn how to strum ukulele with these 6 strumming tips and tricks.
Ukuleles from Montana’s de Houtwinkel are Crafted Using Mostly Traditional Techniques
de Houtwinkel ukuleles are hand-made in Montana, with influences from classic Martin ukes and traditional classical guitar construction.
Learn to Play the Flamenco Rumba Strum on Ukulele
There are hundreds of ways to play the rumba strum on ukulele, and lesson focuses on a basic way to play it that can easily be added to or modified as you gain more knowledge.
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Gods of Uke: Sione Aleki Dazzled Audiences with Rock Star Theatrics
A true ukulele rock star, Sione Aleki's showmanship on uke conjures up images of Jimi Hendrix freaking out unsuspecting audiences with similar techniques.
Strumming 101: A Primer on Basic Pick-Hand Patterns for the Ukulele
Here's how to get started with strumming on your ukulele. In this lesson you'll learn how to strum a ukulele with a few different patterns.
Album Reviews: Steve Rose’s ‘Ukulele Shorts’ & Charissa Hoffman’s ‘Different View’ Highlight Old and New Ukulele Styles
These 2 new ukulele-focused albums—Steve Rose's "Ukulele Shorts" & Charissa Hoffman's "Different View"—span ages of the instrument, stylistically and compositionally.
Play the Ukrainian Lullaby ‘Kotikoo’ on Ukulele
In solidarity with the people of Ukraine, Heidi Swedberg and Daniel Ward have put together an arrangement for ukulele of "Kotikoo," a Ukrainian lullaby.
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Join Us in Ireland and Experience Traditional Music as the Locals Do
Sponsored by Irish Music Tours Turas Ceoil, loosely translated, means ‘Music Journey’ or ‘Music Pilgrimage.’ Why not join us right now on a unique journey exploring the music, heritage, history, and beauty of Ireland and its wild and scenic west…
Learn George Formby’s Lively Triple-Stroke Strumming Patterns
Formby executed the triple stroke in three distinct ways, each of which can be beneficial for players of all styles