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How To Play a Ukulele Like A Pro

by | Guitar, Music

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If you’re looking to learn a musical instrument, I must tell you that there are few instruments easier to grasp than the Ukulele. This type of acoustic instrument is not only cute, but also easy to carry around due to its small and lightweight nature. Now, before I tell you a few words about a learn how to play Ukulele program, let me share some fun facts about this charming instrument.

Things to Know About the Ukulele

The Ukulele is most commonly associated with Hawaiian music, but it is known to have evolved from two different Portuguese instruments: the braguinha and the cavaquinho. The exact development of this new hybrid in the late 19th century remains unclear, but legend has it that a Portuguese voyager arrived in Hawaii with a similar guitar, which captivated the hearts of the Hawaiian people.

The name “Ukulele” actually means “jumping flea” in the Hawaiian language. Whether it refers to the original Ukulele player, the instruments’ history, or the fact that a player’s fingers jump up and down the fretboard as quickly as possible, nobody seems to recall exactly.

Today, the Ukulele is a popular instrument found in almost any Hawaiian music …

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“How To Play a Ukulele Like A Pro”