Monthly Archives: August 2023

Over the Rainbow from Oz to Iz

Posted on August 31, 2023 by Anne Ku

The most requested song that people ask me to play on my ukulele is not Judy Garland’s signature song “Over the Rainbow.” In the 1939 movie, “The Wizard of Oz,” she sings of a place that’s far away, free of … Continue reading →

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Pachelbel Birthday Party

Posted on August 28, 2023 by Anne Ku

Johann Pachelbel’s exact date of birth is not recorded. Born in Nürnberg (Nuremberg), he was baptized on 1st September 1653, which means his 370th birthday is either happening soon or has already happened. We celebrated his greatest gift to the … Continue reading →

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3 Chord Thursday Songs of Faith

Posted on August 11, 2023 by Anne Ku

On Thursday 21st December 2023, the last time we meet this year, we will celebrate the festive season with songs of faith and worship such as hymns, carols, meditations, chants, and songs of any faith. What’s the most rousing hymn … Continue reading →

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3 Chord Thursday I Love America

Posted on August 11, 2023 by Anne Ku

On Thursday 7th December 2023 we acknowledge history and pay our respects to the fallen with patriotic songs as well as songs about our love for America. On this day in 1941, the attack on Pearl Harbor changed the course … Continue reading →

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3 Chord Thursday Names on Buttons

Posted on August 11, 2023 by Anne Ku

Thursday 16 November 2023 is National Button Day. Let’s put our names on buttons (or name tags) and share songs about names, starting with your name! At the beginning of the pandemic, we hosted two sessions on girl’s and boy’s … Continue reading →

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3 Chord Thursday Friends

Posted on August 11, 2023 by Anne Ku

Thursday 19th October 2023 is New Friends Day! Let’s share songs about friends and friendship. This is the second time we revisit the theme of friends. Join us for an hour of fun in Zoom on 3 Chord Thursday at the … Continue reading →

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I Left My Heart in San Francisco for Ukulele Play Along

Posted on August 1, 2023 by Anne Ku

Tony Bennett’s 1962 recording of “I Left My Heart in San Francisco” was a double whammy. It made him famous. It made the song famous. He sang it in the key of C major. But it’s not a three chord … Continue reading →

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