Build Your Own Ukulele Song Sheet
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Build Your Own Ukulele Song Sheet

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, learning to build your own song sheets is a useful skill to have. Let’s start from scratch and get going with your first ukulele song sheet!

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Things To Know Before Buying A Ukulele
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Things To Know Before Buying A Ukulele

Whatever uke you choose to buy, you are guaranteed to have lots of fun learning to play your first ukulele! Read our expert tips to help you to decide which is the right one for you.

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Ukulele Fans At Festival
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Ukulele Fans At Festival

As a huge ukulele fan, I had hoped to capture a few ukuleles on camera while at Glastonbury this year but didn't see a single one! Surely there must have been a few ukes kicking around somewhere this year? Maybe I just happened to be in the wrong places at the wrong times?

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Ukulele Songs For Beginners
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Ukulele Songs For Beginners

One of the most exciting aspects of playing the uke is that you can start playing songs with just a few basic chords. Here are four beginner friendly songs that can be played with no more than four easy chords. So grab your uke, tune it up, and let's get started!

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Top Ten Free Ukulele Tutorials
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Top Ten Free Ukulele Tutorials

Want to take up the ukulele? Find the best ukulele for beginners with our top ten free ukulele tutorials. Explore a wealth of knowledge and guidance from expert tutors that are right for you.

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Popular Ukulele Strum Patterns
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Popular Ukulele Strum Patterns

What is the right ukulele strum pattern for you? Maybe you are looking for a popular ukulele pattern to go with a song you are learning to play? Grab your ukulele, choose a good strumming pattern and let’s play!

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   World Ukulele Day
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World Ukulele Day

On World Ukulele Day, let’s get our strum on and enjoy the wonderful world of ukes!

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New Year Uke Resolutions
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New Year Uke Resolutions

What better way to start the new year than getting your uke on? Here are our top ten suggestions on how to get started.

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How Often Do I Need New Ukulele Strings?
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How Often Do I Need New Ukulele Strings?

When do my ukulele strings need to be changed? If you're in any any doubt, read our useful guide to find out and treat yourself! A new set of strings can really improve the sound of your uke.

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Ukulele - The Miracle Cure At Your Fingertips
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Ukulele - The Miracle Cure At Your Fingertips

Discover how the ukulele transforms lives, relieves stress, and brings joy to all ages. Edis, a ukulele teacher in Scotland shares his experiences of how the ukulele is more than just music.

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How To Get Better At Ukulele Strum Patterns
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How To Get Better At Ukulele Strum Patterns

It is easy to fall into the habit of getting used to a particular strum pattern and then using it all the time. Be adventurous! Try out some new ukulele patterns to go with different styles of songs.

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Ukulele Covers For April Fools’ Day
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Ukulele Covers For April Fools’ Day

This April Fools’ Day enjoy playing along to your favourite ukulele ‘Songs with a Surprise!’ You will soon discover why these ukulele covers have become such huge hits.

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Barre Chords On Ukulele
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Barre Chords On Ukulele

Learn to play barre chords on the ukulele and you will soon be able to move on to a whole new selection of chord variations and positions which will add interest, tone and quality to your playing.

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Alternative Ukulele Tunings
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Alternative Ukulele Tunings

There are several alternative options when it comes to tuning your ukulele. Play around with some of the tunings we have suggested and you never know, you might find one that is better suited to either your voice, your instrument, or your performance.

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How To Hold A Ukulele
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How To Hold A Ukulele

How do you hold the ukulele? Is there a best position? Whether you are right or left-handed, it’s important to find the most comfortable way for you to hold your ukulele. Read our easy guide to find out more.

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Warm-Up Exercises For Ukulele
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Warm-Up Exercises For Ukulele

Spending a few minutes doing finger exercises and having a good warm-up before playing your ukulele will help improve your speed, fluidity and technique.

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How To Tune A Ukulele
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How To Tune A Ukulele

Tuning a ukulele is easier than you think! Read our simple, step by step guide to ukulele tuning and make sure your uke always sounds its best.

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All About The Ukelin
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All About The Ukelin

If like me, you love a bit of history, the ukelin is worth finding out more about. This ukulele-violin hybrid means that in theory, you can play ukulele and violin at the same time!

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Which Type Of Ukulele String Is Best?
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Which Type Of Ukulele String Is Best?

Ever needed to know what type of string is the best for your ukulele? Read our expert tips to help you decide which type of strings are going to help your uke sound the best it can!

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