Singing is often considered the heart of ukulele playing, turning the instrument from a simple chord machine into a storytelling tool. Because the ukulele is generally a chordal instrument rather than a melodic one, the voice provides the melody — making the two inseparable for many players. We recently had a great workshop with Avery […]
The Salt Lake Strummers are doing something we’ve never done before! We’re learning “Yellow Submarine” in a band/orchestra style, which means everyone will play a different part—just like a real ensemble. This arrangement includes four separate parts (Chords, Uke 1, Uke 2, and Uke 3) 📅 Date: Wednesday, May 6th⏰ Time: 6:30–8:00 PM📍 Location: Holladay Library (2150 E Murray Holladay Rd.) 🎯 Workshop Objectives 🎼 Music […]
If you play the ukulele, chances are you’ve been asked, “Do you know Somewhere Over the Rainbow?” 🎶🌈 That request almost always points back to the iconic rendition by Israel “IZ” Kamakawiwoʻole, affectionately known as Bruddah IZ. His beautiful version blends Somewhere Over the Rainbow with What a Wonderful World, transforming the familiar tune into something gentle, expressive, and uniquely his own. […]
Got a dirty ukulele—or one with strings that haven’t been changed since the day you bought it? This hands-on, interactive workshop is designed to help you restore the vim and vigor to that amazing little four‑stringed instrument. Workshop Details 📅 Date: Wednesday, April 8th⏰ Time: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM📍 Location: Whitmore Library – 2197 Fort Union Blvd, Cottonwood Heights, During the workshop, […]
The Salt Lake Strummers are excited to host a special one-day event featuring two workshops and a concert presented by singer-songwriter and teaching artist Avery Hill. This event replaces our regular April Jam and offers a rare opportunity to learn from and hear one of today’s most engaging voices in the ukulele community. Date/Time: Saturday, April 18, 2026 11:00 […]
