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A ukulele, symbolizing its potential for emotional expression, mindfulness, and personal growth through music.

The Ukulele as a Tool for Emotional Intelligence and Self-Expression

March 07, 2025Christopher Carr

"Music can lift us out of depression or move us to tears... it is a medicine that touches the deepest parts of our being." - Oliver Sacks. Neurologist and Author...

Person playing a ukulele with text promoting a FREE one-on-one lesson with Jeffrey Thomas.

Get Started with Ukulele: Your Free One-on-One Lesson with Jeffrey Thomas!

March 06, 2025Christopher Carr

Are you ready to start your ukulele journey but don’t know where to begin? Whether you’re an absolute beginner or just looking to sharpen your skills, we’ve got you covered....

Kala Super Tenor Ukulele (KA-ASZCT-ST) featuring a solid spruce top and zircote back and sides, offering rich sound and vibrant tone.

Video Demo: Eden Kai Plays the KA-ASZCT-ST Kala Super Tenor with Huge Sound and Stunning Tone

March 05, 2025Christopher Carr

Get Ready for BIG Sound – The Kala Super Tenor (KA-ASZCT-ST) When Eden Kai takes the KA-ASZCT-ST Kala Super Tenor for a spin, the result is a performance that’ll leave...

Ben Roberts performing with the NUkes Uke Club at the Adelaide Fringe Festival, playing a playful ukulele version of Johnny Cash's 'Jackson.

Ben Roberts & NUkes Uke Club’s Playful Take on Johnny Cash’s ‘Jackson’ – Sneak Peek of The Man in Black with a Ukulele

March 04, 2025Christopher Carr

A Johnny Cash Classic with a Ukulele Twist On Tuesday, February 18, 2025, Ben Roberts joined the NUkes Uke Club at the Adelaide Fringe Festival for a special performance that brought...

Kala Solid Body U-Bass (UBASS-SB-RD-FS) showcasing its compact design, steel strings, and P-style pickup, offering a punchy, clear tone ideal for all musicians.

Kala Solid Body U-Bass (UBASS-SB-RD-FS) Video Review: A Game-Changer for Short-Scale Basses

March 03, 2025Christopher Carr

If you’re a bass player in search of a portable, compact, and high-quality instrument that doesn’t sacrifice sound or playability, the Kala Solid Body U-Bass is one you need to check...

Kala Contour All Solid Spruce Rosewood Baritone Cutaway Ukulele (KA-CT-SSRW-BG-C) highlighting its solid spruce top, rosewood back and sides, and elegant cutaway design.

Video Demo: Christopher Carr Demonstrates the Powerful Sound of the KA-CT-SSRW-BG-C Kala Contour Baritone Ukulele

March 03, 2025Christopher Carr

The Kala Contour Baritone Ukulele (KA-CT-SSRW-BG-C): A Demo You Don’t Want to Miss! If you’ve been searching for a ukulele that delivers a full, resonant sound with incredible playability, the...

Poster for the 11th Second Valley Ukulele Festival 2025 featuring ukulele performers and festival details.

Highlights from the 11th Second Valley Ukulele Festival – What Excites You?

February 28, 2025Christopher Carr

Celebrating Ukulele Music in Second Valley Get ready for the 11th Second Valley Ukulele Festival in 2025, sponsored by Ukulele Trading Co. Australia. This year’s festival promises to be a celebration...

Kala Contour Acacia Baritone Ukulele (KA-CT-SA-BG) showcasing its rich tone, glossy finish, and sleek contour cutaway design.

Video Demo: Explore the Rich Tone and Craftsmanship of the Kala Contour Acacia Baritone Ukulele (KA-CT-SA-BG)

February 27, 2025Christopher Carr

Introducing the Kala Contour All Solid Gloss Acacia Baritone Ukulele – Sound & Style in Perfect Harmony If you're looking for a ukulele that brings together beautiful design and powerful...

Close-up of the Kala Contour All Solid Spruce Rosewood Baritone Cutaway Ukulele showcasing its elegant gloss finish, solid spruce top, and rosewood body, highlighting its sleek cutaway design for easy access to higher frets.

Video Demo: Exploring the Kala Contour All Solid Spruce Rosewood Baritone Ukulele (KA-CT-SSRW-BG-C)

February 26, 2025Christopher Carr

Introducing the Kala Contour All Solid Spruce Rosewood Baritone Cutaway Ukulele – The Best of Sound & Design In this video, we’re excited to showcase the Kala Contour All Solid...

Kala Salt & Pepper Doghair Mahogany Tenor Ukulele (KA-SDH-T) & Flame Maple Cutaway Tenor Ukulele (KA-ASFM-T-CE) – Perfect for Players Looking to Upgrade

January 14, 2025Christopher Carr

Video Demo: Watch as Bill Leigh demonstrates these two new Kala ukuleles in action. What do you think of the sound and design? Let me know your thoughts! In just...

8 Steps to Making Better Barre Chords - What seems impossible is easier if you hold your uke correctly and your fretting hand in a better postition, let me explain.

January 14, 2025Christopher Carr

It all starts with How You Hold Your Ukulele.Ukulele Barre chords can be challenging at first, but with consistent practice, they unlock a wider range of chords and musical possibilities...

High G Re-Entrant Tuning Vs Linear Low G Tuning: So whats that all about?

October 23, 2024Christopher Carr

Re-Entrant Tuning Vs Linear Tuning: So whats that all about? TWO TYPES OF TUNING Ukuleles are for the most part played in either of two* different tuning; Re-Entrant Tuning Vs Linear...