The Two Harbors Ukulele Group (T.H.U.G.), a lively ensemble of mostly senior musicians, brings joy through its 400+ song ...

Speed bursts are a great exercise to progressively build plucking speed. Start by plucking a string four times slowly, then do four fast consecutive plucks using only the thumb. Repeat this pattern ...

The strings you’ll typically find on a ukulele are made of nylon, which means they’re great for keeping their sound fresh over time, however, they’re also prone to breaking easily.

1. Understanding ukulele strings and standard tuning A standard ukulele has four strings, each producing a specific note. The most common tuning for a soprano, concert, or tenor ukulele is G-C-E-A ...