Jim Beloff

I think that this is the perfect book for a beginning ukulele player to hone skills and sound kind of accomplished. I know the majority of the songs in this book. It makes it easier to play, because you KNOW what they are suppose to sound like. Also, as a beginner ukelele player, I am still working my way through this book - its has a range of skill levels, from a few chord changes to many chord changes.

There is a wide selection of songs, including patriotic, Christmas, Childrens, and Oldies - My only complaint seems to be that it is heavy with Beatles Songs.

Highly recommended for a beginner Ukelele Player who wants easy songs that are mostly well written (I've found one or two duds), and songs that will be well received by an audience.… (mehr)

I recently bought a ukulele, so it was only natural I grab from the library every bit of uke knowledge I could find. Amid all the training manuals was this gem. A) The book is beautifully colored, really bring the variety of ukuleles within to life. B) The history is not dry, but written in an accessible manner that only makes one want to read more. C) There's so much information about artists and albums that I want to check out for myself as a beginner wanting to learn the intricacies and nuances of the instrument. (Unfortunately my library system doesn't have much in the way of uke music. Sigh.) Actually, those who have been studying the ukulele for years will likely find this book fascinating, for it really is a wonderful glimpse into the history of the instrument, from its invention to the major artists and makers.… (mehr)