There were individuals in every generation that brought it to the forefront.
Currently, such people as Jason Mraz, Taylor Swift and Train have brought it mainstream.
Arthur Godfrey in the 50's.
George Formby in the 30's and 40's.
Harmony ukuleles where made in the US. They name was sold in the 1970s to be used on Asian produced guitars.
"Ukuleles" is a plural noun.
I took a close look at one yesterday and the label says they are made in China.
Their web site does not show any ukuleles being for sale.
Ukuleles vary by size, material, and shape. There are four major sizes, the soprano or standard, the concert, the tenor and the baritone. Ukuleles are typically wood, but plastic and metal are also used. The standard shape is the figure 8 and the pineapple shape is also popular. Shapes can be just about anything and in the past airplanes, ovals, square and triangle shapes are common.
Harmony ukuleles where made in the US. They name was sold in the 1970s to be used on Asian produced guitars.
Train is one group.
You can find them all over the world. However, most agree that the best ukuleles are made in Hawaii. The quality of Ukuleles being made in the rest of the world is improving. CF Martin continues to make some of the best and they are found in Pennsylvania, USA.
"Ukuleles" is a plural noun.
I took a close look at one yesterday and the label says they are made in China.
They are mass produced in factories. They can also be made individually by luthiers.
Their web site does not show any ukuleles being for sale.
Ukuleles vary by size, material, and shape. There are four major sizes, the soprano or standard, the concert, the tenor and the baritone. Ukuleles are typically wood, but plastic and metal are also used. The standard shape is the figure 8 and the pineapple shape is also popular. Shapes can be just about anything and in the past airplanes, ovals, square and triangle shapes are common.
One source would be eBay. Starter ukuleles are available for about 10 pounds. Real Music and Purple Turtle are a couple of shops that carry ukuleles.
Weiss guitars are made in post war Germany . Weiss also made ukuleles All solid wood.
There are lots of questions.How old is the ukulele?What is an ukulele made of?How do you tune an ukulele?
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