Fresh Jams! How to Keep the Same Old Songs from Getting Stale on Ukulele
Many of the concepts here may not be new to you, but this will give you a template to improve your playing and enhance the sound of your group at the same time
The Birdwatchers Ukulele Trio Combines Silky Harmonies with Positive Vibes
With singing as pleasant as a thrush nightingale and demeanor as fun and friendly as a black-capped chickadee, it’s no surprise the Birdwatchers are gaining popularity in the uke world
Roaring ‘20s Style: Lyon & Healy Ukuleles Rivaled the Top Makers of the Era
L&H introduced its first ukuleles in 1915, expanding their line in the 1920s to include more than a dozen models, including the well-known Bell and Shrine series
Steven Espaniola is Keeping Hawaiian Tradition Alive While Also Pushing Forward
The in-demand ukulele festival instructor discusses his original music and his somewhat unusual road to becoming one of the most respected Hawaiian musicians on the mainland
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Introducing Ukulenny’s ‘Moving On Up!’
These 12 lessons are designed to help you master the fretboard, play more musically, and have good fun with your uke!
Luthier Shelley Park Brings Gypsy Jazz Flavor to Her Moodyville Ukuleles
The Hot Club of France didn’t have a ukulele player. But that didn’t stop Park from imagining what it might look like if they did.
Learn New Techniques on Your Uke with this Classical Indian Raga
The complexity of Indian music might seem overwhelming, but knowing just a few basics can give you the tools to appreciate the art form’s spectacular richness
Review: The Kiwaya KTS-4 Soprano is an Impeccable Japanese Update to a Vintage Mainland Uke Design
This solid wood instrument is designed to achieve the sound, look, and feel of the classic Martin Style 0 ukulele—with a few modern upgrades
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Jazz It Up! How to Make Your Own Song Arrangements, Part 2
This second in a two-part series on arranging songs for ukulele includes tips on adding jazzy elements and other snazzy twists
Review: Romero Creations’ Tiny Tenor Dreadnought has a Surprisingly Big Sound
I was intrigued: Could a concert-size instrument have the tonal heft of a true tenor?