Learn to Play Cathy Fink’s ‘Jump Up Ginger,’ a Bright Clawhammer Uke Tune
The tuning is spelled F C F G; the high fourth string functions similarly to the banjo’s fifth string and acts as a drone throughout the piece
Uke Review: Kanile’a 2020 Platinum Limited Edition
A boutique super tenor with great volume and tone BY MATT BLACKETT | FROM THE SUMMER 2020 ISSUE OF UKULELE I lived in Hawaii as a kid, but in case my alabaster complexion didn’t give it away, I’m not an…
Uke Review: Luna Vista Deer Concert
BY EDDIE SCHER | FROM THE SUMMER 2020 ISSUE OF UKULELE One of the most useful secrets to improving on your instrument is keeping your ukulele out of its case and within easy reach. I have a few wall hangers…
Uke Review: Amahi C-01 Flamed Tiger Maple Concert
A musical beauty with a warm and clear tone BY EDDIE SCHER | FROM THE SUMMER 2020 ISSUE OF UKULELE The Flamed Tiger Maple Concert from Amahi’s Exotic Woods line is an all-maple ukulele with a bound body and neck.…
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Enter to Win a Fender Fullerton Uke
This giveaway has ended, but read on for more about the Fender Fullerton ukes. Visit our Win page for more giveaways. 3 Lucky Winners Will Receive One Uke from Fender’s New Fullerton Line* Tipping the hat to Fender’s iconic guitar…
Gear Guru: Building a Uke for My Wife (and Band Mate)
BY AARON KEIM | FROM THE SPRING 2020 ISSUE OF UKULELE A custom ukulele order is a big decision, and every customer deserves to be treated like the most important person in the queue. When I work on someone’s ukulele, I…
Feel-Good Video Du Jour: A Mando and Uke Version of the Allman Brothers Classic ‘Jessica’!
Here’s a video that is certain to put a spring in your step and bring a smile to your face! The versatile, long-tenured, folk/rock/pop (mostly) acoustic duo known collectively as Ryanhood—Ryan Green and Cameron Hood—have put down their guitars for…
An Update from Your Friends at Ukulele Magazine
In times like these, when so much is uncertain, we understand how important it is to make music and to stay connected to community. That’s why Ukulele is here for you and why we’re working as hard as ever to to give…
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“Hau” Snow White Ukuleles by Luna
Sponsored by Luna: Looking elegant in white, we’re just floating by without a care in the world – like a swan! Made with a mahogany body, black walnut fretboard and open gear tuners, one can expect warm vibrant tone. The…
A Little Peace for You: Watch Hui Aloha, Featuring Martin Pahinui, Play ‘Pu’u Anahulu’
Heres a soothing balm for all you stressed out, hunkered down, sheltering in place souls—in other words all of us! Many of you are no doubt familiar with the short-lived Hawaiian traditional group Hui Aloha, who put out just one…