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Just for Beginners - Ukulele Sizes and Styles

By – Eric Lacovara, George’s Music, Inc. You want to start playing the ukulele but are overwhelmed by all the choices out there.  Let’s make it easy for you to pick the right ukulele so you can start playing right away! There a...

Ukulele Chords - Learn To Play Chord Progressions In The Key Of C

The ukulele is a great instrument to use as you sing your songs. It is also fun to use for strumming chords. In this article, we'll learn some common chords and patterns in the key of C. We'll use an easy ukulele tab notation so it won;t be...

Bench Test: Ibanez IUKS5 Soprano Ukulele Package

By: Kevin ManieriGeorge's Music I saw this brand-new ukulele package come into one of our stores and I had to try it out. The Ibanez IUKS5 is a soprano (or standard ) ukulele with some great features, and it now comes with a gigbag and clip-on...

Recording Tips for Ukulele

You've been practicing and playing for some time now. Its only logical that you want to commit your ukulele-playing to a recording! Here are some tips and products to help you get a great recorded sound from your ukulele.First, there are several...

George's Music Loves New Players!

By: Scott FisherGeorge's Music Congratulations! Youve made the decision to start playing guitar or ukuleleor bass. Whichever instrument youve decided on, playing music can be a life-changing experience. All of us here at Georges Music are musicians...

Baritone Ukulele – Can I Play That One, Too?

Yes, You Can! There are some key differences between a baritone ukulele and all of the other sizes (tenor, soprano, and concert), but with a little work you can easily transition from one to another. The baritone ukulele is the largest member o...

Play Ukulele in 5 Minutes (Or Less)!

By: Kevin ManieriGeorge's Music Guitarists, have any of your friends or bandmates turned up with a ukulele yet? Want to amaze them by being a competent player the first time you pick one up? I can show you how! Disclaimer: this method is sort of a...

The Acoustic Survival Kit

By: Kevin ManieriGeorge's Music Weve already put together survival kit suggestions for the working electric/rock musician. However, acoustic players and performers may require a totally different set of gear to make sure that theyre always ready to...

Ukulele Lesson: Hey, Soul Sister by Train

By Ben Blakesley Georges Music Learn to play "Hey Soul Sister" by Train Check out this video lesson that will show you the exact chords to play. Also, see below for a comprehensive chord guide to learn to play this great song! Follow along with me...