One of the many reasons people turn from guitars to ukuleles or pick up ukuleles in the first place is their comfortable size. The only catch is that their small sizes make them hard to hold, especially if you’re not a big fan of playing the ukulele with straps. Whether you own – or planning to own – a baritone ukulele or a small soprano ukulele, the technique is the same, so continue reading while we tell you some tips …
Cheap ukuleles can be hit or miss: either it sounds as good as it looks, looks good but sounds bad, or neither sounds nor looks good. However, for people new to playing this quirky instrument, a budget ukulele (like my personal pick, the AKLOT AKS21 soprano ukulele) may be their only option, at least initially. So what’s a green ukulele musician to do? I’ve put together this list to help beginners choose the best cheap ukulele to start their musical …
The undeniable charm of the ukulele’s melodies gained the musical instrument a respectable place in the world of music. From its fleeting appearances in Elvis’s hands to its charismatic presence in Taylor Swift’s concerts, the ukulele continues to attract people to this day, urging them to learn to play it. And that’s where I come in to help! I’ve prepared a detailed tutorial on how to play ukulele. While it won’t make you an expert right away, it’ll put you …
So the uplifting sounds of a ukulele got you hooked, and you’ve decided to get one. However, you’re confused by all the ukulele models and sizes available. Well, you’ve come to the right place. This ukulele buying guide will explain everything you need to know before spending money on one of these four-string instruments. You’ll learn what to expect from a budget option and why you should avoid cheaper instruments. Also, I’ll explain how size affects the instrument’s tone and …
Teaching yourself how to play the ukulele isn’t by any means impossible. After all, the ukulele is one of the easiest string instruments to learn, as opposed to a violin or six-string guitar. Nonetheless, there’s no denying that structure is very beneficial when it comes to learning a new instrument, especially with complete beginners, and that’s where platforms such as Uke Like The Pros come in handy. Uke Like The Pros is a comprehensive online ukulele lessons website that offers …
The brainchild of professional musicians JP Allen and Mitch Chang, Ukulele Buddy is one of the most popular ukulele learning programs on the web. Ukulele Buddy is formulated mainly for beginners who are looking to build a solid uke playing foundation. Upon completing the Ukulele Buddy program, you should be able to play the correct notes, identify different chords, play simple tunes, and transpose your favorite songs. Despite the stiff competition in the form of platforms like ArtistWorks and Uke …