We are so glad that you are interested in making music, and in the ukulele specifically. This site will help you find the right uke for you, learn to play it, and then give you some great ideas on the best beaches to take your music to!
The “Find My Uke“ page provides you with information on traditional ukulele sizes, and provide size specific reviews. The “How To Play“ page is a great selection of lessons from some of the best players and teachers on the web. The “Where To Play“ section is a blog suggesting some of the most beautiful beaches to jam at. Have fun, and see you at the beach!
Our Featured Stories:
The Cordoba 15CM Concert UkuleleMay 15, 2018What It Is:
The Cordoba 15CM is a concert size ukulele that features a mahogany top, back and sides. The fingerboard and body are bound with beautiful cream binding giving this entry level ukulele an elegant, old world appearance. Unlike most instruments in this category the Cordoba 15CM is designed to have an authentic abalone rosette and satin finish that make this an exceptional ukulele for the both beginners and enthusiasts alike. Completely handmade. Mahogany Top
Mahogany back & sides
Concert size
Satin finish What Verified Buyers Are Saying About It:
“This is a beautifully built ukulele. I actually purchased a few of these over the last few months for friends and they all sound wonderful. ”
“I am loving it!! Beautiful color, it has an attractive, clear, warm sound.”
“The Cordoba 15TM tenor is an excellent uke and a great value.”
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VISIT: Positano – on Italy’s Amalfi CoastMay 14, 2018Seen from the sea, Positano is set in a dramatic vertical panorama of colors; the green of the Monti Lattari, the white, pink and yellow of the Mediterranean houses, the silvery grey of its pebble beaches and the blue of the sea.
The Ancient Romans built a number of sumptuous villas on the coast of Positano, the ruins of which can be seen in the vicinity of the Church dell’Assunta.
All travel in Positano is via your feet, and steps all around the beautiful seaside enclave.
Learn more at:
www.positano.com
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Jake Shimabukuro Plays Hallelujah on His Custom Kamaka Tenor UkuleleMay 14, 2018Jake Shimabukuro at the Franklin Theater, in Franklin Tennessee 11.21.2014.
Jake shares an inspiring version of Leonard Cohen’s Hallelujah.
You can learn more about Jake here:
https://www.jakeshimabukuro.com/home/
You can learn more about Kamaka Ukulele here:
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Jimi’s Voodoo Chile Slight Return on Ukulele? Nice work James Hill!May 14, 2018James Hill takes on Jimi’s signature tune on uke, and shares the “recipe!'”
Video recorded live without looping or overdubs.
RECIPE:
1 Mya-Moe baritone ukulele (Low G – G – B – E)
1 guitar amp (Fender Blues Junior or equivalent)
1 bass amp (15 inch)
1 line splitter (Radial ABY box)
1 Diamond J-Drive pedal (made in Halifax, NS!)
4 busted strings
2 broken fingernails
Season to taste and serve hot!
More from James Hill:
Learn the art of solo ukulele: http://www.theukuleleway.com/free-tour
Facebook: http://facebook.com/jameshillmusiq
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The Martin T1K Koa Tenor Ukulele by Martin GuitarsAugust 27, 2018What It Is:
Martin has built the world’s finest ukuleles since 1916, and tenor ukes since 1929 that have long been prized for their full-bodied voice and great volume. The T1K tenor-sized model features top, back and sides crafted of solid Hawaiian koa, a wood native to Hawaii and a favorite of island players. The entire body is finished in high-quality satin lacquer and features an applied dovetail neck joint. The T1K Uke is a beautiful example of why Martin is still the name in superior quality ukuleles. Full tenor ukulele sound
Solid Hawaiian koa back, sides and top
Dovetail neck joint
Select hardwood neck with solid morado fingerboard
17″ scale length with 20 frets What Verified Buyers Are Saying About It:
“…this Martin ukulele is the best ukulele for the price I have seen. And I own 6 uke’s, 1 concert, and 5 Tenors including an 8-string. The Martin T1K is not only beautifully made, but the tone and intonation are perfect.”
“I’m delighted with this uke. The action is good. Intonation is good. Tone is great. ”
“Love it!!! My father has an old Martin Guitar so I just had to have a Martin. Very happy with it…both the quality and the sound.”
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Great Easy First Song – You Are My SunshineOctober 28, 2017You are my sunshine! This is considered a Ukulele standard by many Ukulele players and it is an easy beginner song that you will probably hear in Ukulele groups, Ukulele summits, and Ukulele jams.
Want the chord chart, and access to more lessons? Visit Bernadette Teaches Music at:
http://www.bernadetteteachesmusic.com/2017/11/you-are-my-sunshine-chords-and.html
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Heart Strings: The Story of the Kamaka UkuleleMay 15, 2018For nearly 100 years, Kamaka and Sons’ ʻukuleles, produced from their tiny shop in Honolulu, have been the gold standard for ‘ukuleles worldwide. This program is a story about the values of hard work, fortitude, honesty and creativity from a distinctly Hawaiian point of view.
Visit Kamaka: www.kamakahawaii.com
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SHOP VISIT: Kala Elite Ukulele – Each Uke is Handmade in the USAMay 12, 2017The Petaluma Star visited the Kala Custom Shop and made this beautiful video, showcasing the detail that the shop workers put into each of their custom-made ukuleles.
More info: www.petalumastar.com/kala-brand-music-company
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The LUNA Vintage Solid Mahogany Soprano UkuleleMay 13, 2018What It Is:
Soprano ukuleles are some of the most popular instruments used today. The Luna Uke Vintage Mahogany features a mahogany top and body and beautiful laser etched tribal rosette. A wonderful instrument for players of all skill levels. Features Include:
Mahogany Body & Top
Rosewood Fretboard
MOP Shark Teeth Inlays
Scale Length – 13”
Black Open Gear Tuners What Verified Amazon Buyers Are Saying About It:
“Its sound is surprisingly awesome, considering the price with everything included! It’s a close second to my 1920 banjo-ukulele. Great play-ability! It has such light weight that I hardly notice it in my hands as I play. Despite being experienced and buying this, originally, in search for my next challenge, I’d recommend this to any player.”
“Excellent sound and good quality! 5 Stars!”
“Beautiful ukulele! I bought three of them and customized them to give as gifts for the flower girls and ring bearer in my daughter’s wedding. They each got one with their name on it! So cute and fun!”
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The Oscar Schmidt OU7T Tenor UkuleleMay 15, 2017What It Is:
Constructed of Spalted Mango, with classic designs and superior resonance, this Oscar Schmidt Ukulele is hand crafted for years of playing enjoyment.
Features: Handcrafted quality
Spalted Mango top, back & sides
Synthetic bone nut & saddle
Abalone binding
Abalone rosette
Gloss finish
Deluxe Grover chrome tuners with ebonite buttons
Limited lifetime warranty What Verified Buyers Are Saying About It:
“This exquisitely beautiful instrument has become so much a part of my life that I can’t imagine being without it. To begin with, it is a work of art with the magnificent grain of the spalted mango wood making it a real showpiece even without strumming it.”
“This tenor ukulele plays and sounds AWESOME! I recommend this model of Tenor Ukulele to anyone thinking about upgrading or adding to your collection.”
“Looks as good or better than the photos on the site. Beautiful, rich tone and smooth action right out of the box!”
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Learn Flamenco Style Finger Picking on UkuleleSeptember 5, 2018Aldrine Guerrero breaks down Flamenco Finger Picking Technique. Aldrine is a dynamic ukulele player from the island of Kaua’i. Originally from the Philippines, Aldrine started out at local Kauai coffee shops and churches and has since gone on to stages that range from coast to coast in the continental US to international performances. He is one of the founders of the VERY popular Ukulele Underground.
Learn more: Visit Ukulele Underground
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The MK-S Makala Soprano UkuleleAugust 27, 2018What It Is:
From the Makala website: “The Makala Classic line is simply the best entry-level ukulele on the market. Sound and playability usually suffer when offered at these affordable prices, but not with the Makala. With a fantastic sound and vintage look, the Makala Classic line won’t break the bank.”
SIZE: Soprano
TOP: Mahogany
BACK & SIDES: Mahogany
FINISH: Satin
NECK: Mahogany
FINGERBOARD: Walnut
NUT & SADDLE:Plastic
HEADSTOCK: Standard
STRINGS: Aquila Super Nylgut® What Verified Buyers Are Saying About It:
“Awesome awesome awesome little uke. I was really surprised by the quality of this instrument – it didn’t look or feel like a toy like so many other ukuleles out there. The fit and finish was far and away better than I expected, and mine required virtually no setup before giving it a tune and plucking away. .”
“It’s really good value for money”
“The instrument itself has been given a lot of positive reviews from ukulele players and now I know why. It has a great sound and my 14-year-old daughter found it easy to play.”
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