Is a ukulele a guitar?
No, a ukulele is not a guitar, although they’re similar instruments and share their status as part of the broader lute family.
Here is the difference between ukulele and guitar instruments, as well as what characteristics they share as lutes.
Knowing this will help you decide which you want to play if you’re considering getting a ukulele vs guitar.
Strumming the ukulele is a magical, happy experience. But if you want to become a more versatile player, capable of drawing different colors and textures out of your instrument, you should brush up on your fingerpicking skills too. Fingerpicking doesn’t need to be hard. As with anything else, it’s all about taking it one note … Read more
Want to get your ukulele set up or repaired?
Interested in getting a custom, handmade uke?
Your local luthier offers a variety of services and products that can benefit you on your ukulele journey.
And whether you’re a singer-songwriter, performer, or session musician, there’s something special about owning a custom built uke (which is probably why you’re looking in the first place)>
In this guide, we look at the best ukulele luthiers.
What is the prettiest ukulele song in the world?
How does it sound?
What makes it so special?
And most importantly, how do you play it?
This is a subject mired in mystery. But in this guide, we’ll cover it all! Keep reading to discover the prettiest ukulele song in the world.
Whether you just can’t get enough ukulele, you want to continue to develop as a player, or you want to be surrounded by a community of ukulele lovers, festivals represent an excellent opportunity to explore your passion in greater depth, become a better player, and get connected with other players.
There are a lot of great festivals all over the world, and in this guide, we’ll be looking at a bunch of them.
It doesn’t matter whether you’re a kindergarten teacher, owner of a daycare service, a musician entertaining young children, or parents with a newborn. Nursery rhymes are a staple for youngsters, and they are even valuable building blocks in a child’s development, teaching them the fundamentals of the language, and musical concepts like melody and rhythm.
In this guide, we’ll look at some of the top ukulele nursery rhymes. These adorable little numbers usually only feature three to four chords and are easy to play!
Sometimes you’re in the mood for something sad. A song that will soothe your soul and help you interpret your feelings.
Or maybe you’re interested in learning a few tear-jerkers to include in your live set list, which is also valid.
Well, whatever you might be up to, you’ve come to the right place if you’re looking for beautiful, sad ukulele songs (various pop and rock songs included) that will tug at your heartstrings.
Let’s get to that list, shall we?
Everything is better in a community.
Sure, you can lone wolf it for a while, and you almost need to. But everyone comes to a point in their musical journey where they need a little support, help, or guidance. Perhaps some people to bounce ideas off.
These days, online and offline communities are available in abundance, regardless of what your interest might be. That includes ukulele.
And in this guide, we’ll be looking at several ukulele clubs where you can meet and interact with other uke fans, become a better ukulele player, and even find performance opportunities. Let’s get into it.
So, you’ve got yourself a tenor uke. What songs should you learn on it?
Turns out you can learn just about anything you want. Tenor and soprano ukuleles are both tuned G, C, E, A, so you won’t even need to change your technique. You can use the exact same chord shapes and the position of notes doesn’t change either.
Even though you can learn whatever you want, it’s always nice to have a jumping off point. The following list contains both famous ukulele tunes as well as some pop and rock songs that (for a variety of reasons) fit the uke like a glove. There are even a few thrown in as a fun challenge!
So, let’s have a look, shall we? Here are some great song choices for that tenor ukulele of yours.
So, you’re hunting around for a ukulele. But you’re not going to be satisfied with any ordinary stick with strings. You’re looking for something with a little more class… something sleek and eye-catching.
Then may I recommend a black ukulele? There’s nothing wrong with natural finishes (or other types of finishes) of course, but black instruments are classic, and they can boost your esthetics, especially when paired with the right costume.
In this guide, we’ll be looking at the best black ukuleles for that standout look you want to show off at your next jam, gig, or house party!