I’m curious to know what you think the best brand of ukulele is. Is there a certain brand that is more suited for beginners? How about for those that are more experienced? What brand do you prefer? Feel free to discuss by leaving a comment. Also if there is another brand you like that is … Continue reading »
Keys When Beginning the Ukulele
It has only been half a year since I received my Ukulele for Christmas and I still consider myself a beginner. Although I’m slowly getting into more of a groove with the instrument there are a couple of things that I believe are key so that players like myself enjoy the instrument while they freshen … Continue reading »
Easy Ukulele Version of Jason Mraz’s “I’m Yours”
So as you know I’m still kind of new to the ukulele and really just want to start playing songs. I know I’m not going to become an expert over night, but this YouTube video made playing the song I’m Yours by Jason Mraz pretty easy. Great song for beginners.
Don’t Listen to MTV. The Ukulele is Great
I checked the news and noticed this article by MTV. It don’t exactly flat out say that ukulele’s shouldn’t be respected, but it definitely implied it. They say these song aren’t great and are overrated. I say they rock. The last one, Into The Wild by LP is a personal favorite even before this article … Continue reading »
Wanna be Hip? Play the Ukulele says NBC
Earlier tonight I was playing my ukulele in the basement and watching the NBC News while waiting for the Tigers game to start. At the very end there was a great story on how ukuleles are becoming much more popular. It was a fun little clip and the URL is below: http://video.msnbc.msn.com/nightly-news/47759313/#47759313
Jake Shimabukuro- Bohemian Rhapsody
My mom showed me this video this morning after we had a cup of coffee and watched a little bit of the French Open. Jake Shimabukuro is possibly the best ukulele player on the planet. Coolest rendition of Bohemian Rhapsody that I’ve ever heard. Check it out.
Ukulele Festivals this Weekend!
June is arriving, and so is ukulele season. Throughout the summer there are going to be a number of terrific ukulele festivals and concerts going on all over the United States and even other parts of the world. It my mission to inform you when some are coming up and where they will be held. … Continue reading »
Brief History Behind the Ukulele
Last night I was surfing the web and came accross this great site that talks about the history of the ukulele. Although it is quite brief and short, it still has some pretty interesting information. Plus there are a couple of pictures of guys with some pretty nice moustaches. Just throwing that out there. Take … Continue reading »
Joe Brown- I’ll See You In My Dreams (Performance at The Concert for George)
Here is a great clip of Joe Brown, one of George Harrison’s close friends, playing the song I’ll See You In My Dreams at the end of The Concert for George. Beautiful song and a perfect choice to close out the concert. Take a look.
Who do you think Rocked the Ukulele World? (Poll Question)
Here is a list of five of my favorite ukulele artists. All of them were extremely talented but only one can win this months poll question. Vote and take a look at who everybody else is voting for.
Hello My Ukulele Family!
ALOHA!!! Wow my fist post on my very first blog. What an epic moment. Its funny that I’m doing this because growing up I never really saw myself as a blogger kind of guy. In high school and throughout most of college I didn’t really understand why people blogged or what their motivation was to … Continue reading »
