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The Live Ukulele PodcastWhen to Give Up on Playing SomethingWe often get over-determined to practice and play something. When is a good time to let go? In this episode I try to answer the question: when should I give up on a chord, song, or technique?Live Ukulele store: https://liveukulele.com/store/Ukulele Story by Herb Ohta, Jr.: https://www.herbohtajr.com/index/merchandise/recordings/ukulele_story.phpSupport the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast:2025-02-0126 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastJamming Under the Influence(r): Jiggy with ViggyVictoria aka Jiggy with Viggy joins the podcast for a fun exploration of arranging songs for ukulele, what it's like to be a big deal on social media, and how "Vicky" became "Viggy"!Jiggy with Viggy: https://jiggywithviggy.com/ @jiggywithviggyViggy's Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jiggywithviggy-Jake Shimabukuro "Eleanor Rigby": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1UM7CXjzXRA- James Hill "Viva La Vida": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AIsvlEijJk8Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on...2025-01-181h 03The Live Ukulele PodcastOut With the Old, In With the New - Uke Style!Welcome to the first episode of season 6 of the Live Ukulele Podcast! This week I share some updates and dig into the concept of "killing your babies," letting go of things that are holding you back in your music.- Changelog: https://liveukulele.com/updates/- Baritone learning philosophy: https://liveukulele.com/baritone/learning-philosophy/Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: https...2025-01-0435 minThe Live Ukulele Podcast2024: Is it Over Yet? A Live Ukulele ReviewRecap of 2024 and the challenges, successes, and plans for the future.- Ways to support: https://liveukulele.com/support/- Easy songs database: https://liveukulele.com/songs/easy-ukulele-songs/- Workshop replays: https://liveukulele.com/store/#replays- Get a Zoom lesson with me: https://liveukulele.com/store/one-on-one-lessons/Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member...2024-10-1938 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastDigesting my New Single: The Story and Arrangement Behind "Eat You"This episode breaks down the meaning and arrangement of my new single, "Eat You." Hear the isolated multitracks and the story behind the humorous message.SHARE on FB: "Eat You" music video: https://www.facebook.com/61556463131359/videos/374799105684672- NEW Soloing Masterclass: https://liveukulele.com/store/soloing-masterclass/- Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5- LISTEN: "Eat You" on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/eat-you-feat-hualalai-keohuloa-single/1769103049"Eat You" on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/1AVFkF1sv658smHtqcEu33"Eat You" on Bandcamp: https://bradbordessa.bandcamp.com/t...2024-10-0549 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastKingside: Exploring Ensemble Playing with Brad's BandIn this episode, Brad is joined in the studio by the members of his band, Kingside: https://kingside808.com/. They talk about the process of creating interesting arrangements, playing as a unit, being selfless as a musician, and much more. A great listen for ukulele players who play or would like to play in a group.- Alan Ku: bass @alankuaudio- Brad Bordesa: ukulele @bradbordessa- Nick Rohfeld: drums @nickrohfeld- Ryan "Higgs" Higgins: guitar @higgsofficial---Check out my new single, "Eat You"! Please like and share....2024-09-211h 17The Live Ukulele PodcastSeptember is Improv Month!Several opportunities this month to learn improvising and soloing:- Zoom workshop: https://liveukulele.com/register/9-28-24-workshop/Keep an eye our for my soloing masterclass at the end of the month!Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5 Buy video lessons or a book: https://liveukulele.com/store/ Use my Sweetwater affiliate...2024-09-0720 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastEminent Ukulele with Kimo HusseyA conversation with ukulele grandmaster, Uncle Kimo Hussey. We talk about his breaking into the scene as a fresh Air Force retiree, his approach to teaching, how he arranges, and much more.- Solo arranging workshop: https://liveukulele.com/register/8-24-24-workshop/- Sign up for my newsletter: https://liveukulele.com/signup/- Uncle Kimo's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KimoHusseyUkuleleSupport the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/...2024-08-171h 05The Live Ukulele PodcastU-Basics - Bass for Ukulele PlayersHow to transition into the role of bass/U-bass player for simple ensemble playing. In this episode I provide some basic tips and thoughts on how to hold down a solid low end, find a responsible pocket, and be an asset to the band.Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5 Buy video lessons or a book: https...2024-08-0338 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastBryan Tolentino: Professional Fairy DusterA conversation with Hawaiʻi's own Bryan Tolentino on being a hired gun and all the skills and musical sensibilities that are required for the job. Bryan has played and recorded with many top Hawaiian musicians, including: Raiatea Helm, Jake Shimabukuro, Herb Ohta, Jr., Aunty Genoa Keawe, Karen Keawehawai‘i, Ku‘uipo Kumukahi, Hōkū Zuttermeister, Marlene Sai, Melveen Leed, Jerry Santos, Nathan Aweau, Frank Hewett, Byron Yasui, Benny Chong, Owana Salazar, Weldon Kekauoha, Natalie Ai, Napua Greig, Kuana Torres Kahele, and many more! He's also recorded a solo album, Ka Ukulele Lele, and two duo albums with He...2024-07-201h 02The Live Ukulele PodcastToo Much of a Good Thing? Notes on LearningIn this episode I muse on how social media has changed learning ukulele and how to get the most out of using TABs!- Kingside: https://www.kingside808.com/- The Music Lesson book by Victor Wooten: https://www.vixmerch.com/collections/vix-education/products/the-music-lesson-paperback-book?variant=31786157899837Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5 Buy video...2024-07-0636 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastKevin Brown: Finding the Hawaiian SoundIn this episode I talk to Maui's own Kevin Brown. A slack key guitarist and vocalist, Uncle Kevin has been weaving Hawaiian sounds since the early 70s with his band, The Waiʻehu Sons. Now primarily a solo artist, we chatted about his start in music, gigging and recording in the 70s, and how to sound Hawaiian.- Uke Logic strings: https://theukulelesite.com/accessories/strings/ukelogic-strings.html- Kimo Hussey: https://www.youtube.com/user/KimoHusseyUkulele/videos- Jason Jerome/Lahaina Music: https://www.lahainamusicmaui.com/ - Kani Ka Pila Project: https://www.k...2024-06-151h 02The Live Ukulele PodcastTLUP: After Hours - Change Strings With MeSome last minute talk story as I head to Maui for Uncle George's ukulele workshop.Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5 Buy video lessons or a book: https://liveukulele.com/store/ Use my Sweetwater affiliate link next time you need to buy some gear! https://sweetwater.sjv.io/9WbER0. Gear I use to create this podcast...2024-05-2939 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastSpice Up Your Covers with New GenresIn this episode I discuss and demonstrate the power of playing the same song in different styles. This trick can help you find inspiration and an interpretation of a stale song that can be more authentic to what you want to hear!- Register for Faster, Smoother Chord Changes ZOOM workshop: https://liveukulele.com/register/5-25-24-workshop/- Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5- My band, Kingside: https://kingside808.com/Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you...2024-05-1834 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastLearning a Song ALL the Way ThroughCan you get by with piece of a song or do you really need the whole thing?- Moveable chord shapes workshop replay: https://liveukulele.com/register/4-27-24-workshop/- 5/25/24 Zoom workshop on making smoother, easier, buzz-free chord changes: https://liveukulele.com/register/5-25-24-workshop/Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5 Buy...2024-05-0429 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastI'm a Proud Uke Student at the School of Hard KnocksSharing some stories and thoughts on receiving critique and the power of being open.Register for my Basic Moveable Chord Shapes workshop: https://liveukulele.com/register/4-27-24-workshop/- Institute of Hawaiian Music: https://www.maui.hawaii.edu/ihm/program- George Kahumoku, Jr. Slack Key & ʻUkulele Workshop: https://kahumoku.com/workshops/Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: h...2024-04-2037 minThe Live Ukulele Podcast4stringboy: Shredding, lack thereof, and innovating a new thumbpick designSammy Turton is a Denmark-based British ukulele player. He teaches out of a studio in Copenhagen and is a top-notch social media era virtuoso who would often rather create soundscapes than shred. In this conversation we covered teaching, Brexit, performing solo ukulele for the first time, and his search for the perfect (felt) thumbpick.Find Sammy on: https://www.4stringboy.com/ and across the social networks as @4stringboy.Join my Basic Chord Shapes Zoom workshop: https://liveukulele.com/register/4-27-24-workshop/Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and...2024-04-061h 00The Live Ukulele PodcastThe Most Important Part of Jamming Your UkeIn this episode I talk about how to improve your timing, how it's not as hard as people think, and give some examples of what to practice.🔥 Sign up for my Understanding the Fretboard Zoom Workshop: https://liveukulele.com/register/3-23-24-workshop/- Hawaiian Songs For Ukulele course ("Ua Noho Au A Kupa"): https://liveukulele.com/store/hawaiian-songs/- "Zap" by Eric Johnson: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WtRk1YSpcKUSupport the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and...2024-03-1650 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastHualalai Keohuloa: Rock Music is Hawaiian TooSome of the very best artists in Hawaiʻi are unknown outside of 50 miles. So is the case with my friend, Hualalai. In this episode we talk about all music being "Hawaiian" if you have Hawaiian blood, the importance of music/ukulele in day-to-day life, and our role in the TMT protest of 2015.Live Ukulele Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556463131359Register for Zoom ukulele fretboard workshop: https://liveukulele.com/register/3-23-24-workshop/Hualalai's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hoikeikemediaartHualalai's Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/hualalai-n-alohi-keohuloaNā Kā...2024-03-021h 05The Live Ukulele PodcastUsing Better Arranging to Take Your Ukulele Playing to the Next LevelSome thoughts on how to vary your song approach and arrangement to create dynamics, emotion, and interest. Don't work super hard on learning to pick every syllable, instead use broad strokes within your playing and get more results for your efforts!- New forum area: https://community.liveukulele.com/session/sso?return_path=https://community.liveukulele.com/- Ukulele Chord Shapes print book: https://liveukulele.com/store/ukulele-chord-shapes/print/- Easy ukulele songs database: https://liveukulele.com/songs/easy-ukulele-songs/- One-on-one ZOOM lessons with Brad: https://liveukulele.com/store/one-on-one-lessons/- Charlie Hunter...2024-02-1749 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastCraig Chee and Sarah Maisel: Giving Back Four Strings at a TimeHawaiʻi's premiere ukulele power duo tell all! From integrating into the Hawaiian uke scene to fundraising for Maui to the DIY ukulele artist experience.- Craigh and Sarah's website: https://www.craigandsarah.com/- Four Strings at a Time: https://fourstringsatatime.org/- Music & Meals for Maui Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GGHFq-CE2JI- Kākoʻo Maui Fund: https://www.hawaiiancouncil.org/helpmaui/kakoomauifund/- Maui Food Bank: https://mauifoodbank.org/- Jason Jerome/Lahaina Music: http://www.lahainamusicmaui.com/- Raiatea Helm: https://www...2024-02-031h 05The Live Ukulele PodcastIteration: Better MPG for Your Ukulele!How to adapt material for any stage of your learning and use it for more purposes.- Ukulele Chord Shapes print version: https://liveukulele.com/store/ukulele-chord-shapes/print/- The Ukulele Way: https://www.uketropolis.com/theukuleleway- "Kawika" by The Sunday Manoa: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=obd87eTV1CA- The Groove Workshop by Victor Wooten (now available as a digital stream): https://hudsonmusic.com/product/groove-workshop/- My newsletter: https://liveukulele.com/signup/- Live Ukulele store: https://liveukulele.com/store/Support the show...2024-01-2042 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastPracticing Perfection: Brittni Paiva on Ukulele, Progress, and the CraftAmongst the greatest virtuoso ukulele players from Hawaiʻi is Hilo's own, Brittni Paiva. We talk about crazy practice hours, the new-age uke scene, music production, hearing your own songs on the stereo, and new original music.Episode resources:- Brittni's website: https://brittnipaiva.com/- Brittni's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iambrittnipaiva/- Brittni's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brittnipaivamusic- Brittni's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@iambrittnipaiva- New song "Heartbeat Melody": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RYvuVn1pLog- Marlowe: http://www.marlowe-official.com/- Anastasia: h...2024-01-0639 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastSingle String Songbook Announcement!Check out the new songbook here: https://liveukulele.com/store/single-string-songbook/Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5 Buy video lessons or a book: https://liveukulele.com/store/ Use my Sweetwater affiliate link next time you need to buy some gear! https://sweetwater.sjv.io/9WbER0. Gear I use to create this podcast: https://liveukulele.com/about...2023-12-1205 minThe Live Ukulele Podcast2023 Season Finale - Updates, an Anthem, and MahalosA look ahead to upcoming projects, general talk story debrief, a song, and closing thoughts.- ʻUkulele Chord Shapes print edition: https://liveukulele.com/store/ukulele-chord-shapes/print/- One-on-one uke lessons with Brad: https://liveukulele.com/store/one-on-one-lessons/- A Legacy of Hawaiian Song & String by Raiatea Helm: https://www.kcpstrings.com/a-legacy-of-hawaiian-song-string- Maui Ola fire relief donation hub: https://www.mauiola.org/Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/s...2023-10-2132 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastKeoki Kahumoku: Hawaiian From the HeartA conversation with Grammy-winning compilation contributor, Keoki Kahumoku, about the school of hard knocks, teaching, and bringing joy to folks with Hawaiian music.Keoki is the founder of the Center For Hawaiian Music Studies and perpetuated the teaching of Hawaiian music for many years at the Kahumoku ʻOhana Music & Lifestyle Workshop. He's a farmer, pig hunter, teacher, and musician with a feel for authentic Hawaiian music that is second to none.Resources:- Left Hand Technique course sample lesson: https://liveukulele.com/store/left-hand-technique-video-course/- Keoki's music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/k...2023-10-0755 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastTone 2: How to Improve Your Tone (w/Examples)Tone is one of the most overlooked aspects of playing ukulele. Good tone makes everything you play sound amazing. Bad tone, well... In this episode I share about how to improve your ukulele sound with some actionable tips. Finger placement, angles, dangles, and more! !!! This episode is brought to you by my Groove Ukulele ebook - a complete guide to strumming in time and creating your own strumming patterns: https://liveukulele.com/store/groove-ukulele/ !!!Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and a...2023-09-1639 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastTone: The Magic of Your FingersIn this episode I explore the importance and characteristics of playing with good tone, how to get good tone, who has good tone, how it's different from timbre, and other thoughts.Resources:- Groove Ukulele: https://liveukulele.com/store/groove-ukulele/- Kingside (my rock band): https://kingside808.com/- Maui Ola benefit concert replay on Kahilu.tv: https://www.kahilu.tv/featured-category/videos/maui-ola-a-benefit-concert-for-maui- Kuʻu Kūlaiwi by Keanaliʻiomanae Bertlemann: https://music.apple.com/us/album/kuu-kulaiwi/1653106223- Tobias's Byen Sover album: https://soundcloud.com/elofwamberg-music- "Kaw...2023-09-0247 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastGroove Ukulele: One Strumming Pattern to Rule Them All!This week is the launch of my new ebook, Groove Ukulele. It's all about strumming. Get 20% the new ebook until August 26th at midnight HST! https://liveukulele.com/store/groove-ukulele/In this episode I talk about the foundational concepts that most people miss when learning to strum.Resources:- Strumming Foundations crash course: https://liveukulele.com/store/groove-ukulele/workshop-1/- Groove Ukulele ebook: https://liveukulele.com/store/groove-ukulele/Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to...2023-08-1936 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastThe Good & Bad of Playing the Ukulele as Your First InstrumentA student requested I explore coming to the uke from another instrument vs. starting your musical journey on the ukulele. Here are some of my thoughts.Resources:- Uncle George's workshop: https://kahumoku.com/workshops/- JHUI: https://www.uketropolis.com/jhuiSupport the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5 Buy video lessons or a...2023-08-0839 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastAvoiding Discouragement and Managing ExpectationsIn this episode I share some ideas for breaking a cycle of discouragement by re-framing your expectations for your ukulele journey. Inspired by an email from a reader.If you or someone you know struggles with mental illness, please reach out to services that can assist you in getting the help you need: https://www.nami.org/Support-Education.Sign up for my newsletter: https://liveukulele.com/signup/- Iam Tongi singing "Cool Down" by Kolohe Kai on American Idol: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jshbFMUchWw- Step By Step: Single String...2023-07-1539 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastThe Power of Persistence: Kris Fuchigami's Humbling Journey to VirtuosityKris Fuchigami is on the podcast! A fellow ukulele player from the Big Island, Kris rocks it harder and better than most. In this interview he shares stories about getting his pride rubbed in the mud, encouraging the next generation, and navigating a music industry without CDs.Resources:- Ukulele Scales PDF bundle download (free): https://liveukulele.com/scales/#pdfs- Kris's website: https://www.krisfuchigami.com/- Kris's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kris.fuchigami- Kris's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/krisfuchigami/Support the showJoin my...2023-07-0156 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastAppreciating Hawaiian Music With Peter DeAquinoIn this episode I recap the George Kahumoku, Jr. Slack Key & Ukulele Workshop and share an interview with a longtime friend, Peter DeAquino. We talk about some ukulele gear, full time gigging, learning from the masters of Hawaiian music, and what the fair market value of live music is.Resources:- Peter on Facebook (live stream every Thursday): https://www.facebook.com/PeterDMaui/- GKSK Workshop: https://kahumoku.com/workshops/Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to...2023-06-1751 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastSelecting the Right Ukulele Songs to Play & PerformThe songs you choose to play can have a large impact on the quality of your learning and performing experience. Here are some tips to help you choose the right songs for the moment.Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5 Buy video lessons or a book: https://liveukulele.com/store/ Use my Sweetwater affiliate link next time...2023-06-0438 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastSome Hard-Earned Tricks for Ukulele Teaching (and Learning) SuccessIn this episode I discuss some of the things I've learned over the years that help an ukulele class keep a steady and productive pace while suiting every student's needs.James Hill interviews me for the Uketropolis Podcast: https://share.transistor.fm/s/ab41d676- George Kahumoku, Jr.'s Slack Key & ʻUkulele Workshop: https://kahumoku.com/workshops/Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a...2023-05-2047 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastNeal Chin's Killer New Chord Trick and Improv TipsAnother great talk story with Seattle-based ʻukulele jazz phenom Neal Chin! He shared a cool chord movement he's learned playing more Brazilian music and how he encourages people to think about improvising on their ukes.- Neal's website: http://www.nealchin.com/- Marco De Carvalho: https://marcodecarvalho.com/Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/s...2023-05-0650 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastStrumming's Biggest TrickA huge majority of strums you hear are more simple than you think. There's really only one strum motion and emphasis is built from that. In this episode I share how it works.Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5 Buy video lessons or a book: https://liveukulele.com/store/ Use my Sweetwater affiliate link next time you...2023-04-1524 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastThe Most Important Part of MusicEveryone talks about playing ukulele with good timing, but why does it actually matter? In this episode I discuss some thoughts on what makes the groove so important.Metronome challenge video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OMk-8PorRKMFranz LM-FB-5 metronome: https://reverb.com/item/1227011-vintage-franz-electric-metronome-model-lm-fb-5-in-walnut-caseBOSS DB-30 metronome (affiliate link): https://sweetwater.sjv.io/rnADgGPro Metronome app: http://eumlab.com/pro-metronome/Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https...2023-04-0144 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastHow to Support Your Ukulele: Technique & StrapsSome tips for holding your ukulele so that it doesn't fall down as you play and an overview of straps.Episode resources:- James's video on holding the ukulele: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6VcwGMcq3jY*All Sweetwater items are affiliate links- Standard style strap (this Ernie Ball is what I use): https://sweetwater.sjv.io/rnAZPR- Strap buttons: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/rnAD2d- Classical guitar-style straps: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/QORoQ3- Jake's signature strap (not as expensive as I thought!): https://jakeshimabukuro.colortestmerch.com...2023-03-1841 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastOff the Beaten Path with Brian Liu!An interview with ukulele instructor Brian Liu from Next Level Ukulele. We sat down and talked about some of his scariest uke lessons, teaching philosophy, and incorporating the ukulele into new soundscapes and styles.Next Level Ukulele: https://nextlevelukulele.com/Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5 Buy video lessons or a book: https...2023-03-0453 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastNew Video Lessons ShoutoutGet the lessons here for $10 until midnight UST: https://liveukulele.com/store/hawaiian-songs/Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5 Buy video lessons or a book: https://liveukulele.com/store/ Use my Sweetwater affiliate link next time you need to buy some gear! https://sweetwater.sjv.io/9WbER0. Gear I use to create this podcast: https://liveukulele...2023-02-2501 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastHawaiian Songs For UkulelePhilosophy on how I approach teaching Hawaiian music and my new course, Hawaiian Songs For Ukulele.Learn more and buy the lessons here: https://liveukulele.com/store/hawaiian-songs/Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5 Buy video lessons or a book: https://liveukulele.com/store/ Use my Sweetwater affiliate link next time you need to buy...2023-02-1840 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastKeola Donaghy on Keeping Mele Hawaiʻi HawaiianA conversation with the director of the Institute of Hawaiian Music. Keola is a composer, translator, and ʻōlelo tech nerd.Keola's website: https://keoladonaghy.com/Tennessee Whiskey in Hawaiian: https://open.spotify.com/track/12PMkbwHpQaWFg51g62ldX?si=3b5ea1da82bc433cInstitute of Hawaiian Music : https://maui.hawaii.edu/ihm/Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.co...2023-02-0444 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastThe ONLY Theory You Should LearnResources:-Microtonal guitar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OVZShd7GZAY-Tom Briar (as I remember) is the ragtime piano player I was talking about: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vhRBGCS8mlcSupport the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5 Buy video lessons or a book: https://liveukulele.com/store/ Use my Sweetwater affiliate link next...2023-01-2159 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastEasy Uke Hacks to Play Better (5 Things You're Doing Wrong)These five musical enjoyment enhancers are underutilized tricks of the trade! In this episode we'll have a look at what making the mistake of under-using them means and how to implement them successfully.Resources: - Left Hand Technique for Ukulele course: https://liveukulele.com/store/left-hand-technique-video-course/- Street Theory workshop: https://liveukulele.com/store/street-theory-workshop/- Ukulele Chord Shapes reference ebook/book: https://liveukulele.com/store/ukulele-chord-shapes/Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources...2023-01-0756 minThe Live Ukulele Podcast2022 In Review + Future Live Ukulele PlansSharing an overview and some thoughts on the year and what the future holds and projects I'm excited about.Resources:- Uke Logic Strings: https://theukulelesite.com/accessories/strings/ukelogic-strings.html- Sweetwater $8000 giveaway (affiliate link): https://imp.i114863.net/kjYJ4L- Uke For Ukraine live stream replay: https://liveukulele.com/ukraine/- Left Hand Technique For Ukulele course: https://liveukulele.com/store/left-hand-technique-video-course/Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive...2022-10-1545 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastMy New Ukulele is Moore Bettah When Eaten? 🍈Unveiling my new recording ukulele with stories and sound demos.Resources:- Moore Bettah Ukes (old photo galleries): http://www.moorebettahukes.com/- My spruce top Moore Bettah: https://liveukulele.com/about/moore-bettah-tenor-ukulele/Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. 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Gear...2022-09-171h 27The Live Ukulele PodcastBasic Hawaiian Language Pronunciation for Uke PlayersA crash course on the very basics of ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi as it relates to singing Hawaiian songs.Resources:- Basic pronunciation and practice: http://papaolelo.weebly.com/uploads/1/0/2/2/102246944/1._ha%CA%BBawina_puana.pdf- Ka Hakalama practice sheet: http://papaolelo.weebly.com/uploads/1/0/2/2/102246944/pakuhihakalama.pdf- He Mele Aloha book: https://liveukulele.com/reviews/he-mele-aloha-a-hawaiian-songbook/- Hiʻilawe lyrics: https://liveukulele.com/songs/hiilawe-sam-lia/Other resources for learning Hawaiian:- ʻŌlelo Online: https://oleloonline.com/--Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free a...2022-09-0359 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastTLUP: After Hours #4 - WA Tour, New Uke Samples, UpdatesSupport the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. 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Gear I use to create this podcast: https://liveukulele.com/about/my-gear/#recordingCREDITS- Hosted, produced, edited, and mixed by...2022-09-011h 00The Live Ukulele PodcastGrowing the Next Generation of Ukulele Players with Aaron NakamuraTalking story with Aaron from Ukulele Underground about humble origins, accompaniment, and the future of one of the web's most popular uke websites.Mentions:- Ukulele Underground: https://ukuleleunderground.com/- Island Music Network: https://islandmusicnetwork.com/- Boywithuke: https://www.instagram.com/boywithuke/- Kanileʻa Reforestation Project: https://ukulelemagazine.com/stories/news/this-kanilea-ukulele-will-help-plant-a-forestSupport the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a...2022-08-2040 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastHead Games: Enjoy Ukulele MoreEver think you're not good enough? Comparing yourself to other players? In this episode I explore giving ourselves the permission to enjoy ukulele at whatever our skill level is.Mentions:- Kahumoku Workshop: https://kahumoku.com/workshop/Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5 Buy video lessons or a book: https://liveukulele.com/store/ Use...2022-08-0628 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastUke Heads: James Hill's Album That Became A CommunityInterview with James Hill on his new crowd-sourced ukulele recording project, Uke Heads. Buy a Uke Head art piece, learn an ukulele part, record yourself, get on the album. It's a cool concept that ventures into Blockchain territory so I invited my friend, Dagan Bernstein to join us and lend his expertise in NFTs and ukulele collaboration to the conversation.My guests: - James's Uke Heads website: https://www.ukeheads.com/- Dagan's website: https://daganmusic.com/Mentions:- Bernadette: https://www.youtube.com/bernadetteteachesmusic- Victoria Vox: https://www.victoriavox.c...2022-07-1652 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastFinding a Music Lifestyle That Benefits Your Uke PlayingHow life experiences inform musical vocabulary and some of my thoughts on what a Hawaiian music lifestyle means to me. Resource links: - Uncle George's farm: https://kahumoku.com/kahumoku-farm-tour/Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. 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Some Tips on Chromatic Ukulele PlayingDon't panic if you play a wrong note on your uke! In this episode we'll explore how a change in attitude can help you turn "mistakes" into gold and how chromatic notes are what give many ukulele genres their flavor (and how you can start learning to incorporate it!).Resource links:- Island Love by Peter Moon Band - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4cyDFW3LhSUSupport the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele...2022-05-2141 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastLeft Hand Technique For UkuleleDiving into the details of my new video course on optimizing your fretting hand movements and musicality.Learn more about Left Hand Technique For Ukulele here: https://liveukulele.com/store/left-hand-technique-video-course/Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. 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Gear I use to create this podcast: https://liveukulele.com/about/my-gear/#recordingC...2022-04-2256 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastVictoria Vox Interview - Songwriting, Inspiration, and Mouth Trumpetting (of course)Talk story with one of the ukulele scene's best songwriters! Victoria shared all about her inspiration and execution of her newest project, Nirvana in REM, how she adapts her music to solo uke, and her accidental discovery of the "mouth trumpet."Get Victoria's music: https://www.victoriavox.com/Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5 Buy...2022-04-161h 08The Live Ukulele PodcastPhrasing - The Heart of Expressing Music on the UkeExamples and discussion on how you can adjust phrasing to make music more original and change the feel.Ukes For Ukraine - https://liveukulele.com/ukraine/Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5 Buy video lessons or a book: https://liveukulele.com/store/ Use my Sweetwater affiliate link next time you need to buy some gear...2022-04-0241 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastBecome a Professional Uke Player - Even if You Suck!Some thoughts on what makes for "professionalism" in an ukulele player. Also, announcement for Ukes For Ukraine live stream event on April 9th.https://liveukulele.com/ukraine/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQPDCPu-J7YSupport the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. 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Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5 Buy video lessons or a book: https://liveukulele.com/store/ Use my Sweetwater affiliate link next time you need to buy some gear! https://sweetwater.sjv.io/9WbER0. 2022-03-0544 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastWhat to Play WhenKnowing what part to choose when looking at a TAB and also some examples of a couple recordings I've done recently where I break down the individual tracks I'm playing.Resources:Joel's podcast episodeHōʻale on DaganMusic.comSupport the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. 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Gear I use to create this podcast: https...2022-02-0529 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastTLUP After Hours #2 - LIVE Practice & Talk StoryUnofficial podcast hangout with some freeform jamming, thoughts, and insights on ukulele.Here's Tobias's Byen Sover album (free to listen): https://soundcloud.com/elofwamberg/sets/elof-wamberg-byen-soverSupport the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. 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Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5 Buy video lessons or a book: https://liveukulele.com/store/ Use my Sweetwater affiliate link next time you need...2022-01-0146 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastJeff Peterson Interview - Ukulele Phrasing and Technique LessonJeff brings his expertise to the podcast for a mini lesson on fingering technique, dynamics, tone, and more.Watch a video of Jeff's examples: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MsjBHYg5Z98Ukulele Corner: https://ukulelecorner.com/Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. 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Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5 Buy video lessons or a book: https://liveukulele.com/store/ Use my Sweetwater affiliate link next time you need to...2021-10-0230 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastMax Angel Interview - Hawaiian Language & LifestyleHow Hawaiian ukulele musicians find relevance in the beauty around them. Also a crash course on pronouncing Hawaiian words.Max's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/maxangel808/Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5 Buy video lessons or a book: https://liveukulele.com/store/ Use my Sweetwater affiliate link next time you need to buy some gear...2021-09-1847 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastMentoring Ukulele StudentsThe benefits of mentoring for ukulele students and tips for how to becomes an every day mentor to uplift others.Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5 Buy video lessons or a book: https://liveukulele.com/store/ Use my Sweetwater affiliate link next time you need to buy some gear! https://sweetwater.sjv.io/9WbER0. Gear I...2021-09-0429 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastHow to Learn a Song on Ukulele: My ProcessA guided tour of how I work my way through learning a new song on ukulele. Tips for memorizing chords, Hawaiian lyrics, and how to create your own style.Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5 Buy video lessons or a book: https://liveukulele.com/store/ Use my Sweetwater affiliate link next time you need to buy some...2021-08-2142 minThe Live Ukulele Podcast6 Ways to Get Yourself Out of a Learning RutHow to refresh your ukulele playing and find inspiration when you're feeling stale. In this episode I explore several on- and off-instrument ideas to help jumpstart your interest in music.Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. 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Gear...2021-05-1542 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastTobias Elof Interview - Playing Uke in DenmarkMy fun and interesting chat with one of Europe's best ukulele players, Tobias Elof.Tobias's website: https://tobiaselof.com/Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5 Buy video lessons or a book: https://liveukulele.com/store/ Use my Sweetwater affiliate link next time you need to buy some gear! https://sweetwater.sjv.io/9WbER0. Gear...2021-05-011h 11The Live Ukulele PodcastLearning From One's Self - Critiquing My Own Ukulele PlayingJoin me for a walk down memory lane as I listen back to some of my past performances and discuss what I would change and what I liked. Self-critiquing your own playing is a valuable tool for improving at the ukulele.Video course: https://learn.liveukulele.com/6th-senseEpisode resources: https://liveukulele.com/podcast/s2e8/Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a s...2021-04-1744 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastDominator - The Art of Transcribing Ukulele TabsUkulele tabs are common these days, but not many folks give much thought to how they're made. In this episode I sit down with Dominator, a pioneer in the field of high-quality ukulele transcriptions and find out some of his tips and stories about creating his amazing database of work.Dominator's Ukulele Tabs: https://liveukulele.com/tabs/dominator/Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a...2021-04-0342 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastThe Journey of Learning UkuleleHow we all learn is as unique as how we all sound when we play the ukulele. In this episode I talk story with my friends Pam Mandel and Higgs about some of their biggest learning moments when studying the uke.Episode resources: https://liveukulele.com/podcast/s2e6/Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5...2021-03-2039 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastUke Building Magic with Brad DonaldsonMind-blowing luthier revelations with master craftsman, Brad Donaldson.Brad's site: https://donaldsonukuleles.wordpress.com/Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5 Buy video lessons or a book: https://liveukulele.com/store/ Use my Sweetwater affiliate link next time you need to buy some gear! https://sweetwater.sjv.io/9WbER0. Gear I use to create this...2021-03-0649 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastPerforming With the Ukulele: Tips and TricksThis episode journeys through some of the things you can practice to improve your stage presence. Brad share some personal stories and tips and tricks that will help make your ukulele performance more engaging and interesting.Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5 Buy video lessons or a book: https://liveukulele.com/store/ Use my Sweetwater affiliate link...2021-02-2043 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastTeaching the Masses on YouTube with John Atkins (aka The Ukulele Teacher)The Ukulele Teacher is one of the most well known uke players in the world and has taught thousands, if not millions, of people how to play the ukulele through his popular YouTube tutorials. In our interview John Atkins talks about his goal with the channel, some of the challenges, and other fun tidbits about his YouTube star ukulele career.John's Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheUkuleleTeacherSupport the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele...2021-02-0640 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastPlaying Nicely With Others: How to Fit Into a Musical SituationPractical demonstrations on how you can interact responsibly with other musicians. I'm joined by friend and bandmate Ryan "Higgs" Higgins to discuss the dos and don'ts of fitting in.Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5 Buy video lessons or a book: https://liveukulele.com/store/ Use my Sweetwater affiliate link next time you need to buy some...2021-01-1646 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastPlaying Ukulele Easier & Happier with KonabobJoin myself and Konabob Stoffer in a journey through finding a more intuitive way of playing music. We talk about coming to music later in life, becoming content with your skills, how to be a passive observer as you play, and much more.Konaweb: https://www.konaweb.com/cam/index.htmlSupport the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member...2021-01-0244 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastVariety Show/Talk StorySome random thoughts and stories in a more free-form episode than normal. Tune in for a couple tunes and holiday wishes from Brad.Episode notes and resources: https://liveukulele.com/podcast/s1e10/Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5 Buy video lessons or a book: https://liveukulele.com/store/ Use my Sweetwater affiliate link next...2020-12-1942 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastNeal Chin on Jazz UkuleleNeal Chin is one of the most smooth-sounding jazz ukulele players I've heard. He joined me on the podcast to share some of his experiences in music and some thoughts and tips on improving and learning to incorporate jazz into your playing.Neal's website: http://www.nealchin.com/Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5 Buy...2020-12-0544 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastUnpacking the UAS MythUkulele acquisition syndrome - or UAS: cute acronym or troublesome mindset? Join Brad on a jaunt through some sticky territory in this episode as he shares some personal opinions on what's most important in the process of acquiring ukes.Episode notes and resources: https://liveukulele.com/podcast/s1e8/Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5...2020-11-2135 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastHerb Ohta, Jr. - How He's Reconnecting With Hawaiʻi's Uke SceneA guide to staying home and connecting with the world's best ʻukulele players during a time of no touring. Herb shares his experiences with being Hawaiʻi-bound, releasing an album, getting to know Jake better, and many more stories.Herb's website: https://www.herbohtajr.com/index.phpSupport the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5 Buy video le...2020-11-0751 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastThe Adventures of James Hill: Life on the Edge of ʻUkuleleAn interview with ʻukulele master musician James Hill. Join us on a tour through some of his latest pursuits and stories: a new style of songwriting, playing baritone, teaching beginners and more. James's website: https://www.jameshillmusic.com/Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5 Buy video lessons or a book: https://liveukulele.com/store/ Use m...2020-10-1741 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastTips for Improving From Beginner to IntermediateThoughts and tips on giving yourself musical options to increase your participation in music as an ʻukulele player. In this episode, Brad talks about what differentiates a beginner from an intermediate player along with ways to transcend the border between them with some fun, practical exercises.Episode notes and resources: https://liveukulele.com/podcast/s1e5/Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: h...2020-10-0349 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastʻUkulele Artistry: Recording, Producing, & Songwriting - feat. HIGGSJoin Brad and Ryan "Higgs" Higgins as they discuss the process of recording an album and what goes into writing a song. Higgs is a hip-hop artist who plays ʻukulele as his main instrument. Follow along as he shares his expertise and even walks us through writing an example song.Higgs official (http://higgsmusic.com)Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: https://l...2020-09-1950 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastLearning ʻUkulele Hawaiian Style: Playing by Ear and Watching OthersIn this show Brad talks about the beauty of simplicity in learning ʻukulele. Introduce some Hawaiian style intuition into your practice and follow these tips to become more comfortable playing by ear. We explore the meaning and application of the saying nānā ka maka, hoʻolohe ka pepeiao, paʻa ka waha - look with your eyes, listen with your ears, shut your mouth.Show notes and resources (https://liveukulele.com/podcast/s1e3/)Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and a...2020-09-0543 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastA Teaching RevolUKEtion: ZOOM - feat. Kevin CarrollWhat's it like to switch from a huge roster of in-person ʻukulele classes to teaching everything online? In this episode Brad is joined by Austin-based Kevin Carroll to break down how he's been adapting his teaching style and what he recommends for new virtual students.Kevin's website (http://www.kevincarroll.net)Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?c...2020-08-1550 minThe Live Ukulele PodcastCultivating a Positive ʻUkulele Playing MindsetIn this pilot episode, join Brad as he talks through some observations he's made about playing trajectories and what helps an ʻukulele player succeed. This includes things like finding your learning cadence, stigmas, practice, and building consistency.Episode notes and resources: https://liveukulele.com/podcast/s1e1/Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5 Buy video l...2020-08-0139 min