2012 Ukulele and Slack Key Institute

February 17, 2012

It’s last minute, but the 2012 ‘Ukulele and Slack Key Institute is happening this weekend at the Kahilu Theatre in Waimea. Unfortunately, the workshop schedule is not listed online (you’ll need to call the office to find out what’s being offered and to register), but there are a couple of events that I can tell [...]

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Waikoloa ‘Ukulele Festival – March 3

February 16, 2012

The Waikoloa ‘Ukulele Festival is always a fun time and it’s coming up soon. It’s set for March 3, 2012 at the Kings’ Shops and the Queens’ Marketplace at the Waikoloa Beach Resort. As usual, there will be plenty of entertainment as well as a free workshop.  

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Ukulele Makes CNN’s The Next List

February 13, 2012

We all know that ‘ukulele music is da bomb, but it’s pretty cool to see mainstream media like CNN picking up on the craze. Apparently there’s an underground ‘ukulele scene in New York City. And it’s literally underground. Situated beneath Maui Taco, the ‘Ukulele Hut hosts a monthly showcase night, bringing in a variety of [...]

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Jake Shimabukuro Releases Songbook

February 9, 2012

Lots of people have been waiting for this one. Jake Shimabukuro has just released his first songbook. Titled Peace Love ‘Ukulele, the note-for-note transcription book features all of the songs from his Peace Love ‘Ukulele album, plus two bonus features: While My Guitar Gently Weeps and Hula Girl. I haven’t had a chance to see [...]

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Ukulele Festival Hawaii Set for July 22

January 30, 2012
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Put a Little Love by Natural Vibrations

January 25, 2012

Now this is one of my favorite reggae/Jawaiian songs. It has a bridge! (But that’s not the only reason I like it.) Dial up a little bit of envelope filter and go to town. The picking is pretty straightforward with only a few hammer-ons to watch for. Playing the second two lines of tab with your index finger [...]

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Honey Baby – Song Sheet

January 21, 2012

Of all the songs that my students ask me about (“Do you know how to play…”), Honey Baby by 3 Plus is probably in the top 5. It’s a fun song that anyone can make their own. Dominator did a great ‘ukulele tab for this song a while back, but didn’t include the words. I [...]

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