Ukulele

The first time I ever paid full attention to the ukulele being played was in 2006 through this song: "My Guitar Gently Weeps" played by Jake Shimabukuro. Next when we were in Hawaii in 2007, I sat down for a free Ukulele lesson in the Polynesian Cultural Center in Oahu. I loved the sound of the instrument so much that I brought one back from there. Ever since I am in an awestruck mode at what this seemingly unassuming instrument is capable of.

Initially I started off learning how to play from Instructional DVDs of Ralph Shaw and other Online tutorials. Eventually in October 2008 I found a great Musician and Ukulele Player Rodney Takahashi and started taking regular lessons. I go to Japan Town in Downtown San Jose once a week and learn the art of playing solos and melody on the Ukulele along with different rhythm style patterns. Fortunately no singing is involved.

Please use the Menu Links on the left to see and hear my ukuleles.