The C Scale on Ukulele and why it's your new best friend!
Learn how to play the C Major scale on the ukulele in a few easy steps. Perfect for beginners, with fretboard tips and practice techniques to master the basics.
Celebrate St Andrew’s Day With Your Ukulele!
This St. Andrew’s Day, let’s celebrate Scotland’s rich culture with a ukulele in hand. Whether you’re strumming traditional ballads or composing your own Scottish-inspired tune, the day is about connection, community, and joy - the very essence of ukulele playing!
Thanksgiving - How To Strum Up Gratitude with Your Ukulele
Celebrate this Thanksgiving with your ukulele, the perfect companion for your holiday festivities. The ukulele isn’t just an instrument, it’s a connection. And isn’t that what Thanksgiving is all about?
Try Our Easy Christmas Ukulele Songs & Top 3 Holiday Hits!
Just a few weeks to go until Christmas now, time is running out, so you need to practise those festive favourites and build up a reliable Christmas Song List in time for the big day!
How To Build Your Own Ukulele Song Sheet In 6 Easy Steps
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!
6 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.
Ukulele Performers Delight Fans At Glastonbury 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?
Easy Ukulele Songs & Popular 4 Chord Hits 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!
Top Ten Free Ukulele Lessons and Tutorials for Beginners
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.
Popular Ukulele Strumming Patterns for Beginners
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!
Let's Get Strumming & Celebrate World Ukulele Day together!
On World Ukulele Day, let’s get our strum on and enjoy the wonderful world of ukes!
See in the New Year with 10 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.
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.
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.
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.
How To Change The Strings On Your Ukulele
Ever wondered how to string your uke? Changing your ukulele strings can be a fun and satisfying experience. Read our step by step guide to find out how its done!
Try Out Our Top 5 Most Surprising Ukulele Covers
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.
How To Play Ukulele Barre Chords & Moveable Chord Shapes
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.
Improve Your Sound With 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.
The Correct Way to Hold a Ukulele - Tips and Ideas
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.