If you've spent any time checking out rising musicians on YouTube, you've probably seen Danielle Ate the Sandwich's popular original songs or cover videos. Danielle is a uke-slinging singer-songwriter with a dash of comedy who touts inspirations like Paul Simon, Death Cab for Cutie, and Katy Perry. I got the chance to talk with Danielle today about her musical upbringing, writing the songs for her new album The Drawing Back of Curtains, and her personal journey of growing up as an artis

If you're looking for an online ukulele tuner, chances are you've come across a few different options.  So, how do you know which one to choose? In this blog post, we'll outline your options if you’re looking for a ukulele tuner online. Keep reading to learn more about ukulele tuning! What is the Best Online Ukulele Tuner? There are a few factors to consider when finding the best online tuner ukulele options:  First, consider what type of tuner you need. If you're just st

The warm and bright tone of the ukulele instantly transports you to a tropical island. Its airy sounds conjure up images of swaying palm trees, sandy shores, and lapping waves. And those beachy images are not far from this instrument’s origin story. In fact, this dreamy-sounding instrument had its beginnings on the island of Madeira off the coast of Portugal. In the 1800s, the ukulele made its way to Hawaii by way of immigrants. The word “ukulele” literally means “jumping flea,”

The ukulele is a small lute instrument celebrated for its sweet and nibble sound. Dreamy and whimsical sounding, the ukulele is often a go-to instrument for those looking to serenade someone with sweet songs.  If you’ve ever had the desire to woo someone with your ukulele skills, then you’ve come to the right place! In our guide below, ukulele teacher Willy M. shares easy and romantic songs that sound delightful on the ukulele. Ready to discover some of the best ukulele love songs

I have a question for you. How many famous uke players can you name? After America’s Got Talent skyrocketed Grace VanderWaal to fame, chances are you can name at least one. The spunky and talented then 12-year old certainly made the ukulele a well-known instrument and showed that you can make a career out of this often undervalued instrument. You may be surprised to learn, however, that there are many other famous musicians who play the ukulele, and some non-musicians whose ukulele playing may

Want to learn some cool riffs on your ukulele? In this lesson, ukulele teacher Willy M. shares how to read ukulele tabs and where to find ukulele tabs online for your favorite songs... How to Read Ukulele Tabs for Beginners The wonderful thing about ukulele tab notation is that it’s quite easy to learn to read. Once you learn the basic notes and symbols and practice playing, you can get the hang of it pretty quickly. Follow these simple steps to be well on your way to playing uke tabs like a

Ready for a time warp? Ukulele teacher Willy M. has 75 classic tunes from the 60s and 70s that are perfect for your ukulele - and are easy ukulele songs for beginners to master! Anyone who has ever attempted to learn a new skill knows that it can be frustrating and difficult at times. But, when you finally achieve success, the feeling of accomplishment is incomparable.  There was something about the music of the 1960s and 1970s that has remained popular year after year. The nice thin

Even though you probably didn't get into playing ukulele for the money, there are still many ways you can use your uke skills to make some extra cash. Ukulele teacher Willy M. shares 10 great ideas... Are you looking for ways to make money playing your ukulele? If so, you're in luck. There are many different opportunities available to you.  In this blog post, we will outline 10 of the most popular ways to make money playing the ukulele. So, whether you're a beginner or an experience

Many of you may have seen this term “Fingerstyle Ukulele” and walked away curious. Isn’t all of ukulele music played with your fingers? And which hand does this term refer to, right or left? Well, fingerstyle ukulele refers to a particular style of playing which can be applied to any song. It primarily focuses on how you play your chords in the right hand. Most songs are played by strumming, but this style has us plucking through the notes of a chord, string by string, with each of our

Stars, they're just like us! Just like you, these famous figures learned chords and simple songs on the ukulele, spent hours practicing, and fell in love with this Hawaiian instrument. Check out these videos of 10 celebrities who you probably didn't know played the ukulele. 1. Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson For such a big guy, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson looks right at home holding a tiny ukulele. 2. Ryan Gosling Please hold your swoons until the end of the Gos' ukulele performance. 3.