Instrument Study -
The Ukulele
What is the difference between a ukulele and a guitar?
Both guitar and ukulele belong to the family of stringed instruments. Guitars are bigger than ukuleles. A standard guitar has 6 strings whereas ukulele has 4 strings. The fret-board on the ukulele is way thinner and shorter than the guitar and therefore it makes it way easier to manage for people with smaller hands.
Which countries are most known for playing the ukulele?
Australia - 6.0% Canada - 5.1% Germany - 2.3% New Zealand - 1.5%
Thailand - 1.3% France - 1.1% Singapore - 0.9% Italy - 0.7%
What is a ukulele orchestra?
A group of people who play and sing music from a variety of musical genres, all on the ukulele. They now brand themselves as "George Hinchcliffe's Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain"
Famous Ukulele Players-
Israel Kamakawiwoʻole-
Fact 1- He was also known as Bruddah Iz
Fact 2- He was best known for his versions of the songs "Somewhere over the Rainbow"
Fact 3 - He was a Native Hawaiin and supported independence to become sovereignty
Taimane Gardner-
Fact 1 - Taimane Gardner is a virtuoso ukulele player and composer.
Fact 2 - At the age of five, Taimane picked up her first ukulele and began her future in performing.
Fact 3 - Taimane was discovered by legendary crooner, Don Ho and became a featured performer in his show.
