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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › UkuleleUkulele - Wikipedia

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   Soprano ukulele being played. The ukulele ( / ˌjuːkəˈleɪli / YOO-kə-LAY-lee; from Hawaiian: ʻukulele [ˈʔukuˈlɛlɛ], approximatelyOO-koo-LEH-leh ), also called a uke, is a member of the lute family of instruments of Portuguese origin and popularized in Hawaii. It generally employs four nylon strings.

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   • List of Ukulele Players

     This is a list of ukulele players. These musicians and bands...

2. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Ukulele_Orchestra_of_GreatUkulele Orchestra of Great Britain - Wikipedia

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   The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain ( UOGB) is a British musical ensemble founded in 1985 by George Hinchliffe and Kitty Lux. The orchestra features ukuleles of various sizes and registers from soprano to bass. The UOGB is best known for performing musically faithful but often tongue-in-cheek covers of popular songs and musical pieces from a ...

   • Origin: London, England
   • Years active: 1985–present

   • Past members: Kitty Lux (1985–2017)

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   What is the Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain?

   • The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain ( UOGB) is a British musical ensemble founded in 1985 by George Hinchliffe and Kitty Lux. The orchestra features ukuleles of various sizes and registers from soprano to bass.

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   What is ukulele history?

   • The ukulele history is about to tell. On August 23, 1879, a group of Portuguese immigrants stepped off a boat that had sailed from the island of Madeira and finished its journey in Hawaii.

   Ukulele History: Where It All Began - Uke Like The Pros Blog

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   Did Oscar Schmidt make a ukulele?

   • Oscar Schmidt make a lot of ukuleles, but also classical guitars, banjos and even autoharps. Those Portuguese immigrants arriving at Honolulu harbor to work on sugar plantations had no idea what was to come. The ukulele had a huge impact on music and continues to sell millions to this day. What stemmed from the Hawaiian islands is now global.

   A Brief History of the Ukulele - Timeline, Facts & Artists - Acoustic Realm

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   What is the rise and fall of the ukulele?

   • “The Rise and Fall (and Rise) of the Ukulele” charts the history of this unique instrument. Nowadays, some high-profile musicians like Billie Eilish continue to show how important the instrument is. It is the ideal first step into music. Anna teaches piano and guitar and also has extensive experience recording music.

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4. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Tiny_Tim_(musician)Tiny Tim (musician) - Wikipedia

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   Death Tiny Tim's tomb at Lakewood Mausoleum. On September 28, 1996, Khaury recorded a video interview at the Montague Bookmill. He later suffered a heart attack at a ukulele festival at the nearby Montague Grange Hall in Montague, Massachusetts.

5. uketastic.com › blogs › newsDemystifying the Soprano Ukulele: For Beginners – Uke Tastic

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   Aug 3, 2023 · Demystifying the Soprano Ukulele: An In-Depth Guide for Beginners. 1. Introduction. The soprano ukulele is a small, four-stringed instrument that has gained popularity in recent years. Often mistaken for a toy or novelty instrument, the soprano ukulele is actually a powerful and versatile musical tool. It has a rich history, unique sound, and ...

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6. acousticrealm.com › ukulele-historyA Brief History of the Ukulele - Timeline, Facts & Artists

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   In the 1920s when the first “boom” happened, C.F. Martin sold as many ukes as guitars. Martin is one of the best-known manufacturers of guitars in the world. They still make ukuleles today. Because ukes are cheap, they are even more popular when the economy takes a turn for the worse. 4.

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7. blog.ukelikethepros.com › ukulele-history-where-itUkulele History: Where It All Began - Uke Like The Pros Blog

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   Jul 11, 2022 · The uncovered mystery. The ukulele history is about to tell. On August 23, 1879, a group of Portuguese immigrants stepped off a boat that had sailed from the island of Madeira and finished its journey in Hawaii. Among the 419 men, women, and children who were ready to start new lives working in the sugar plantations were a few instrument makers ...

8. www.ipassio.com › wiki › musical-instrumentsUkulele - History, Playing Techniques & Famous Players - ipassio

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   Sopranino Ukulele. Also known as the piccolo and sopranissimo, the sopranino ukulele is the smallest in size with a scale length of 11 inches (28 cm). The tuning is similar to that of soprano - G4-C4-E4-A4. Sopranino is known for its compact size and high pitch. Less common than other types but appreciated for its unique sound. Bass Ukulele