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The Mission
The mission of Nui `ukulele (Lots of `ukuleles) is to learn the universal language of music with the `ukulele and embrace and promote the aloha spirit.
The `ukulele is the happiest, most accessible, and easiest string instrument to learn. Also, `ukulele is the perfect sing along instrument . And by Golly, did I mention the `ukulele is FUN TO PLAY!!! You won't find a regularly depressed `ukulele player. Ok, occasionally depressed, but NOT regularly depressed `ukulele player. The GCEA C-standard tuning allows a `ukulele player to play the most chords with the least number of fingers required to hold a chord. The `ukulele is small and easy to hold. Thus, it is ideal for new players of all ages. Also, the `ukulele is one of the cheapest string instruments to buy.
The `ukulele (pronounced oo-koo-leh-leh) with a short light "eh" sound on (lele) part. The first part (`uku) is Hawaiian for flea. The second part (lele) means "to jump". Thus, the word "`ukulele" translates to "jumping flea". Another interpretation was made by Queen Lili'uokalani (Hawaii's most beloved songwriter who wrote "Aloha 'Oe") She thought it came from the Hawaiian words for "the gift that came here", or "uku" (gift or reward) and "lele" (to come). Personally, I like both definitions. The `ukulele is a gift that just keeps on giving. Follow the link, if you want to read more story on the history of the `ukulele.We are a volunteer/community service non-profit organization in partnership with the Chicago Park District. We teach two classes on `ukulele (Beginning and Intermediate/Advanced) Beginning `ukulele is for: Adults and children 10 and up. All children under the age of 18 will have to sign a Parental/Guardian Consent form. All classes are FREE, but there are requirements.
Intermediate/Advanced `ukulele is for people beyond Beginning `ukulele
The Free Form hour after both classes is for both Beginning and Intermediate/Advanced `ukulele people.
Our current location is:
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Sunday Location ( 3rd Sunday of the month)
1077 W. Polk Chicago IL 60607
Free parking is available in the school lot right behind the building, and along the north side of the school. We are on the first floor front of the 1077 W. Polk (2 blks south of Harrison and 2 blks east of Racine). You should enter from the Racine (west side), or from the (south side) Taylor & Carpenter due to cul-de-sacs Use http://www.mapquest.com
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Windy City Uke Fest 2008 July 31st, August 1st, 2nd and 3rd
http://www.windycityukefest.com
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Chicagoland Ukulele Jam Festival 2007
`ukuleleless children
| Stop this epidemic from happening!!! Get the kids of the world an `ukulele. Big kids (a.k.a adults) need them too |
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