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3 Chord Thursday Collaborations

On Thursday 28th July 2022, we showcase musical collaborations such as duets, trios, and multi-instrumental, multi-location, and multi-party musical projects. Put on your creative hat and create something extraordinary to share, whether as playalong or just a video to appreciate. … Continue reading

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Low G Ukes Unite! a.k.a. Fingerstyle Ukulele

Most beginners learn to play ukulele that’s tuned such that the G string is pitched higher than the next string – C. This so-called re-entrant tuning is what makes the sound of the ukulele so special.

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Of guitar quartets and ensemble playing

In January 2018, I started a new ukulele group and joined the Boston Guitar Orchestra. For the latter, I begged the conductor to translate the notated sheet music for guitar part four into tablature so that I could read it. … Continue reading

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Ukulele Workshops & Jam Sessions in Historic Lower Mills

To introduce the joy of ukulele to this area of Dorchester, Milton, and Quincy around Boston, Massachusetts, I’m giving workshops followed by thematic jam sessions. A workshop is a group learning experience, where I teach specific skills needed to play … Continue reading

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