Here’s a Peter Moon Band Classic! Island Love was great because of the killer groove that the song has... not to mention that in my rebellious teen years it was fun to play a song for my relatives about “bud of the cannabis, I can’t smoke enough “... sure to be a fun one to add to your Ukulele re...

Here’s one by request. Honey Baby from 3+ is one of those songs that most younger local guys will recognize. If you have a younger group or audience, this is a good one to get started with!

Here’s a song that is near and dear to my heart. Not only is it recorded by my good Braddah Kapiliela Kala, but the ukulele arrangement was done by our Mentor and friend, Todd Adamski. Todd was a brilliant arranger and musician,and this song gives a little insight into his thought process regardi...

Growing up learning Ki Hoalu guitar, my biggest musical influence was my Uncle Mike. He taught me how to play this classic tune written by Ki Hoalu legend Leonard Kwan. Later, I got deep into listening to the Hui Ohana, and I heard Ledward Kaapana play it and was so blown away that I started play...

I’ve long been a Cat Stevens(Yusuf Islam) fan, but my favorite versions of this song were always from my friends at a Kanikapila. I particularly remember the version Ernie Cruz Jr. used to do... that was probably my favorite. I can’t do it like Ernie, but it’s a great tune, so here’s my feeble at...

This is my favorite song from Baba B! Simple melody with a beautiful message. You’ll find that this one is actually easier to play than it seems once you get the chord changes down!

Here’s a classic for you! Being a kid in the 80’s, my first introduction to this timeless classic was watching Marty McFly strum along on a Bigsby-Equipt Gibson ES-345. It remains, to this day, to be one of my favorite songs to bring on that 50’s vibe! Here it is on Ukulele!

Here’s a song that I first learned on the Ki Hoalu guitar. It was taught to me by my Uncle Mike, who learned it from his cousin from California(Slack Key Legend Ramon Daguio). Here I’ve arranged it for Ukulele!

Here’s one of my favorite jazz standards! This can be considered an introductory version of Autumn Leaves. We simplify the chords and the melody here for easy learning. Maybe sometime in the future we may explore a more advanced version of this classic song!

Here’s one from Baba B! This one put him on the map as a local musician way back in the day. A great addition to your ukulele repertoire!

Here’s one that I usually like to play with other musicians. The playful melody talks about a little bird running up and down the beach. The reason I like playing this song with other people is because there’s a background vocal part that really makes the song pop( sung here by my fellow Hawaii M...

"The Dock of the Bay" is an Otis Redding classic that is sure to get some folks singing along with you. I love these old Sam Cook/Otis Redding-esque tunes. Such great feel to them. Hope you like this lesson!

Here’s one that I teach my Church Ukulele group. Perfect beginner song to help learn to switch chords! Hope you like it!

Ahhh yes... the song with the funny name. Uwu by internet sensation, Chevy. I was introduced to this song by one of my Skype students. The interesting chord progression caught my ear so I figured I’d share it with you folks! Hope you enjoy it!

Here’s a song about one of our favorite things to do in Hawaii - EAT! Or as we say here kau kau! Talks about all of the delicious things to try here in the islands. This song will make you hungry. Watch out for the Kanak-attack!

Here’s a classic that I learned when I was just starting to play the ukulele. While it is easy, the melody and lyrics tend to stick in your head. It’s a great song to play for your Ku’uipo!

Here’s an easy little 2 chord song by Tropical Knights that can set the mood by Tropical Knights.

One of my biggest musical influences came during my “punk-ska” phase in my teenage years. The first time I heard Sublime I knew that I’d found the “sound." Now, decades later, I still get the “feels” when listening to the songs. Badfish is one of my favorites. It actually translates pretty well t...

So here’s one that I first heard in 7th grade guitar class. I always liked the song so when I heard it in Armageddon(the part when they’re getting on the space shuttle), I started playing it on ukulele. Since then it’s been one of the songs that I like to play at our local Kanikapila... Hope you ...

One of my earliest childhood memories is of my cousin Keenan (who’s only 6 months older than me) singing this song to me before I learned to speak. Crazy that I remember that so vividly, but can’t remember what I ate for lunch. Go figure. Anyway, since that time, the Rainbow Connection by the ill...

A picking-style version of Auld Lang Syne, just in time for the new year.
Hau'oli Makahiki Hou!

The Little Drummer Boy is another Holiday Classic sure to get some compliments. This is an instrumental version here for you finger pickers! It's easy, but sounds good, so enjoy!

Here’s one of those Christmas songs that always makes me smile! I remember being a kid and watching a Claymation Christmas. Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer always reminds me of those nights. Whenever I play it, it’s like I’m right back there! Enjoy this one this season!

Here’s a Christmas Song that is sure to get you into the Holiday spirit! Joy to the World has one of those timeless melodies that gets stuck in your head for days! Enjoy this easy to play classic!