Jumpin' Jim Ukulele Masters: Rediscovering the Golden Age of Ukulele
4.5 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 51781 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 64 pages |
The ukulele is a small, humble instrument with a big sound. It's been used to create some of the most iconic songs of the 20th century, from "Over the Rainbow" to "Somewhere Over the Rainbow." But who were the unsung heroes who shaped the sound of the ukulele?
Jumpin' Jim Ukulele Masters tells the incredible story of these forgotten musicians. From the vaudeville stages of the early 1900s to the nightclubs of the 1950s, these ukulele masters developed a unique and innovative style of playing that would influence generations to come.
One of the most important figures in the ukulele's history was James "Jumpin' Jim" Beloff. Beloff was a vaudeville performer who became known for his lightning-fast fingerpicking and infectious stage presence. He was also a prolific songwriter, and his songs were recorded by some of the biggest stars of the era, including Bing Crosby and Louis Armstrong.
Another ukulele master was Eddie "Ukulele Ike" Ka'upu. Ka'upu was a native Hawaiian who brought the ukulele to the mainland in the 1920s. He was a master of the "slack-key" style of playing, which involves tuning the ukulele's strings to different intervals to create a unique and evocative sound. Ka'upu's music was a huge influence on the development of Hawaiian music, and he is still considered one of the greatest ukulele players of all time.
These are just a few of the many ukulele masters who are featured in Jumpin' Jim Ukulele Masters. This book tells the fascinating story of these forgotten musicians and their contributions to the ukulele's rich history.
Whether you're a ukulele player, a music lover, or just someone who enjoys a good story, Jumpin' Jim Ukulele Masters is a must-read. This book is a celebration of the ukulele and the unsung heroes who shaped its sound.
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4.5 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 51781 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 64 pages |
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4.5 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 51781 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 64 pages |