Book Review: ‘Play Well with Others’ is a Concise Introduction to Making Music with a Group
A treasure trove of practical information on comfortably joining into an ensemble setting regardless of the genre or style of music.
Great Ukes: Alvin Keech May or May Not Have Invented the Banjo Uke, but He Certainly Helped Popularize It
Follow a fascinating journey to uncover the story of a hardworking, talented, and complex man whose efforts helped popularize the ukulele around the world
“Rock That Cradle Lucy”–Learn a Baritone Version of this Old-Time Tune
This arrangement uses the thumb and fingers to play the melody and accompaniment simultaneously.
Enter to Win this Ohana Custom Shop Figured Koa Tenor Ukulele
The Ohana Custom Shop (OCS) Figured Koa Tenor, handcrafted for the player seeking simple, stunning excellence. Made in all-solid Hawaiian Koa with rosewood binding and a sleek myrtle wood rosette that adds a touch of lucidity along with its high…
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Merchants of Waikiki–Who Really Made Summers Brothers Ukuleles?
Even though a significant number of beautiful vintage ukuleles bear their names, these brothers never actually built a single instrument.
Roundup: Comparing the Sonic Quality and Playability of 5 Vintage Baritone Ukes
Sandor Nagyszalanczy conducts a face-off of five instruments, comparing not only their sonic qualities, but their construction and playability as well.
Jake Shimabukuro Joins Forces with Mick Fleetwood for Sensational Blues Outing
It’s always a treat to catch up with ukulele superstar Jake Shimabukuro.
Baritone Ukulele Lesson–Drawing Inspiration from the Larger Sound and Deeper Tuning
If you’re bari-curious, explore what makes this versatile instrument so special.
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Dan Scanlan Has Spent a Lifetime Fighting Injustice and Uniting Communities Through Ukuleles
You could call him a ukulele jack-of-all-trades—an accomplished songwriter, educator, author, luthier, and wandering minstrel.
Daniel Ward Blues Lesson–Explore Different Blues Forms Using the Same Pentatonic Lick
The magic comes from hearing how the same melody changes as the chords shift underneath.