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:
Lanikai LU-21C Concert UkuleleAugust 31, 2018What It Is:
This handcrafted ukulele is made with Nato wood (otherwise known as Eastern Mahogany) on its top back and sides. When this wood choice is paired with the Rosewood fretboard it brings out a mellow tone with an enhanced midrange that is often missing in instruments in this price point. It also comes stocked with die-cast tuning machines geared 14/1 for easy tuning. Concert size
Rosewood fretboard, 18 frets
Nato top, back, and sides
Chrome die-cast tuning machines
Limited lifetime warranty What Verified Buyers Are Saying About It:
“I have three decent ukes but this is actually my favorite & cost a lot less than my other two… It looks great & is very nicely put together – it’s a solid little uke. ”
“I love it! It has a beautiful sound, and its very easy to learn.”
“This is a great little uke! The finish is very nice and the uke comes stringed with high quality Aquila strings. “
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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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The Kala Ziricote Tenor UkuleleMay 19, 2018What It Is:
The Ziricote Series features rich shades of dark chocolate brown that are contrasted with a honey blonde sap wood along the middle sections and sides. The body is coated with a high gloss finish to make all the details pop and the satin neck makes it the player preferred uke at a great price. Comes equipped with Kala’s familiar black knobs, closed geared tuners and black Graphtech Nubone Nut and Saddle. Top: Ziricote “Back & Sides: Ziricote”
Neck & Fingerboard: Mahogany and Rosewood “Binding: Black”
Nut & Saddle: Graphtech Nubone XB What Verified Buyers Are Saying About It:
“I have daydreams of playing this thing when away. It sounds so clear when finger picking and drives evenly when strumming soft and hard.”
“I have daydreams of playing this thing when away. It sounds so clear when finger picking and drives evenly when strumming soft and hard.”
“It is beautiful to look at, and plays LOUD and easy.”
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Learn Bob Marley’s “Is This Love” on UkuleleFebruary 4, 2018Probably the easiest ukulele tutorial of “Is This Love” by Bob Marley.
It is in the key of Am. (Original recording is in the key of F#minor)
Want to give it a try in the original key? Check out:
http://ukulelecheats.com/is-this-love-ukulele-chords-bob-marley-ukulele-chords/
This video is by Ukelele Cheats.” For more great lessons and opportunities for one-on-one instruction visit: http://ukulelecheats.com/
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Learn To Play “Count On Me” by Bruno MarsMay 14, 2018In this ukulele lesson Katie DeNure teaches how to play “Count On Me” by Bruno Mars. This video has two parts:
Part 1 – An easy to understand ukulele tutorial, where Katie DeNure breaks down the chords and strumming patterns needed to play “Count On Me” by Bruno Mars.
Part 2 – A full play-through of the song with both ukulele and vocals. The chords for “Count On Me” by Bruno Mars will animate in sync with the song to help you play through with the proper timing.
Katie DeNure is a music teacher at One Music School which offers private Guitar, Voice, and Ukulele lessons online via Skype. For students located in the Appleton, WI area, Katie DeNure also offers private guitar, voice, and ukulele lessons (in person) at her music studio in downtown Appleton, WI.
Group lessons are also available. Book Your Online Music Lesson with Katie Today!
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The Cordoba 20TM Tenor Cutaway Acoustic-ElectricMay 15, 2018What It Is:
Cordoba ukuleles capture the charm of traditional Portuguese ornamentation and exotic woods. Completely handmade, the 20TM-CE is a tenor sized ukulele with a solid mahogany top and mahogany back and sides. It features a soft cutaway and Cordoba electronics so that you can plug and play. Series 20 Series
Body Top Solid Mahogany
Body Size Tenor Cutaway
Back and Sides Wood Mahogany
Rosette Maple and Ebony Herringbone Pattern
Bridge Material Rosewood
Neck Material Mahogany
Fingerboard Material Rosewood
Fingerboard Inlays 4mm Pearloid Dots
Tuning Machines Cordoba Nickel with Pearl Buttons
Finish Satin Polyurethane
Electronics Cordoba Active Ukulele Pickup with 2 Band EQ
Strings Aquila New Nylgut Tenor 10U What Verified Buyers Are Saying About It:
“The construction is impressive and flawless. The materials are really nice, and the solid mahogany top creates an impressive tone.”
“Gorgeous, sounds sweet, full, and relatively loud, and the build quality is very good!”
“Comparing craftsmanship to my other acoustic guitars, I would have to say it is top notch.”
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VISIT: Magens Bay in St. ThomasJuly 28, 2018Magens Bay (18.366°N 64.930°W) is a bay in the Northside region on Saint Thomas, United States Virgin Islands, located in the Caribbean.
Located on the North (Atlantic) side of the island, Magens Bay (Estate Zufriedenheit) features a well-protected white sand beach stretching for nearly three quarters of a mile. It is one of the most popular tourist destinations on the island, as well as a gathering place for locals. The beach sits at the head of a deep bay, the arms of which are Peterborg peninsula to the east and Tropaco Point to the west.
The bay’s northwest exposure means its waters are usually calm, although storms in the North Atlantic can occasionally generate large waves in the winter months. The sandy bottom means snorkeling is of limited interest, although turtles, conch, tarpon and other fish are commonly spotted. Local fishing boats anchor in the eastern part of the bay where there is a boat ramp.
Learn more at:
http://www.magensbayauthority.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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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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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 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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VISIT: Jones Beach – Long Island New YorkMay 2, 2018World famous Jones Beach State Park, home of 6.5 miles of beautiful white-sand beach on the Atlantic Ocean, is made up of more than 2,400-acres of maritime environment on the south shore of Long Island.
Among the 6 million visitors to the park each year, families enjoy their own piece of the beach for a day, with many returning dozens of times through the summer. Designed on the theme of an ocean liner, Jones Beach offers many activities to those who visit the park. They swim in the ocean, stroll the boardwalk, fish, visit an historic exhibit, get a bite to eat at one of the many concession stands, play miniature golf, shuffleboard and basketball, attend concerts at Northwell Health Theater.
Other activities that take place in the park include learning about the marine environment at the Jones Beach Nature Center, pool swimming, sunbathing, bicycling, surfing, and visiting the playgrounds.
More information:
https://parks.ny.gov/parks/jonesbeach/
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