What is the origin of the Ukulele?

Answer by  tface1000 (147)

The Hawaiian ukulele was based on the machete which was introduced by Portuguese immigrants. It was popular in the 1920s, in the post war era, and has had a recent resurgence in popularity. Arthur Godfrey played the ukulele, and Tiny Tim famously played Tiptoe Thru the Tulips on the uke. George Harrison also played the ukulele.

Answer by  rajat73 (13)

Maybe the Ukulele is the most beloved Hawaiian musical instrument. This small, four stringed, handy and affordable instrument is widely used in the Hawaiian Islands. Many stories and theories exist about the possible origin of the name Ukulele. One story states that, on a hot August day. thank you. . .

Answer by  SMiller (79)

The Ukulele is an attempt to recreate a stringed instrument brought to Hawaii by Portuguese immigrants. It was developed in the 1880s. King David Kalakaua, a devoted patron of the arts, was instrumental in building the ukulele's popularity in Hawaii by incorporating its music into performances at royal gatherings. The ukulele's popularity didn't spread internationally until the 20th Century.

Answer by  Tadeuszzzz (37)

The ukulele is a plucked string instrument from Hawaii, it has 4 strings and it's tuning is similar to the 4 top strings of the guitar.