There are around 30 different brands of ukulele to choose from, varying from the cheap brands that you might see in a toy store to elite models that come with considerable price tags (and mouthwatering sounds). It’s insightful to do a little bit of research and learn about the brands you’re considering buying from. This …
Fingerpicking songs are a way to increase your skill level and move on from just playing simple chords. Plus, they sound great. Fingerpicking techniques can take a little bit of time to master, but they’re worth it for the new songs you’ll be able to play, or your existing favorite songs in a new style. …
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Once you’ve learned easy ukulele songs, it’s good to challenge yourself with harder ones. Harder songs have more complex chords and can require fingerpicking or tricky strumming patterns. If you’re anything like me, repeating the same three chords found in easy songs becomes boring after a while. The learning curve plateaus once you’re comfortable playing …
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Is there a greater feeling than strumming a ukulele with fresh strings? The brightness of a revitalized ukulele is one of the finer things in life. But what are the best electric (solidbody) ukulele string options? For the most part, an electric ukulele is an acoustic instrument fitted with an internal pickup. Therefore, regular nylon ukulele strings sound best. Brands like Fender, Aquila, …
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Before deciding whether to learn the ukulele or not, asking “how hard it is” is a totally legitimate question. Investigating the answer will help you set expectations, which will most likely positively influence your learning experience. At least it did for me! So in a nutshell, how hard is it to learn to play the …
Okay, maybe people won’t cry but they’re still quite sad, even on a ukulele. Some days, I get an urge to stir some emotion from my ukulele. Yesterday was one of those days so I searched online for sad ukulele songs. To my surprise, I couldn’t find a good list. Although often considered a happy instrument. There are plenty …
When you start out playing the ukulele, tuning can feel like one of the more intimidating elements. With a good quality tuner, it’s an easy job. You can be a pro when it comes to ukulele tuning in a matter of minutes. In my opinion, clip-on tuners are the best option. They free up your …
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Of the four most popular ukulele sizes, the baritone uke is the odd one out. It is tuned in a way that is similar to an acoustic guitar. This is not the standard tuning of the other sizes, but it does make for an easy transition for guitarists. The bigger body means a deep and …
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Baritone ukuleles were first sold in the US in the 1950s. The origins are disputed. Ukulele players from the time Arthur Godfrey and Herk Favilla both claim to have developed the baritone ukulele. It is possible that both created their own versions. A baritone ukulele makes sense for players with bigger hands. They give more …
In this piece, we explore the history of this four-stringed instrument that dates back to the 1800s, the ukulele. Contrary to popular belief that it was invented in Hawaii, its origin is actually from Portugal. Migrants from Madeira brought a small instrument called the “machete” to Hawaii. Hawaiians made their own version, calling it the …
