Your First Ukulele Song: Put the Lime in the Coconut February 9, 2021Learn your first ukulele song using only two chords, C and C7 with Melissa! She will teach you how to play Harry Nilsson's Put the Lime in the Coconut.
5 Christmas Songs You Can Learn on the Ukulele Today December 16, 2020A collection of 5 Christmas songs from easy to intermediate. Jingle Bells Follow along with Melissa from The Hug Strap and learn how to play Jingle Bells on the ukulele using...
What Type of Ukulele Should I Buy? October 29, 2020Looking to buy your first ukulele (or second or third)? What's the difference between a soprano ukulele and a baritone? Wood or carbon fiber? Find out how to pick out...
Why You Should Learn Some Scales on Your Ukulele October 23, 2020Top reasons why you should learn some scales on your ukulele and how to play your very first one with Melissa from the Hug Strap.
Intro to Fingerpicking on the Ukulele September 17, 2020First things first. What is fingerpicking? Instead of merely fretting chords and strumming, sometimes a more delicate sound is desired. Fingerpicking can be added at the end of musical phrases to...
Beginner Ukulele Tips March 19, 2020New to the ukulele? Just discovered how fun this adorable instrument can be? Melissa has tips for how to get started and improve your playing from Day One. See below!