Jake Shimabukuro: Art of the Ukulele
Jake Shimabukuro is one of the most innovative ukulele players and composers today. Jake started performing at a local Honolulu cafe as a teenager, and has gone on to play festivals across the U.S, Europe, Japan and Australia. His most recent CD release, Live, represents the best of the best of his live playing.
In this podcast Jake talks about what makes the ukulele such a magical instrument, how he developed his playing technique, and why it is important to have a passion for what you do.
Photo Credit: Brandon Ching
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November 11th, 2009 22:07
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September 25th, 2010 00:09
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November 5th, 2010 22:53
Jake is awesome, he’s got some future competition
check out this little Japanese kid – he’s pretty good (and cute for a 5 year old!)
http://www.japansugoi.com/wordpress/talented-5-year-japanese-boy-plays-the-ukulele/
March 16th, 2011 00:04
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December 4th, 2012 23:05
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