Beginners and Intermediate ukulele group Term 1 Kicks off Monday 2nd Feb 2015

“If everyone played Ukulele the world would be a better place” Jake Shimabukuro 
WHEN: BEGINNERS UKULELE Mondays 6:30 - 7:30pm 
(Term 1 Starting Monday 2nd Feb 2015) 

WHEN: INTERMEDIATE UKULELE Mondays 8:00 - 9:00pm 
(Term 1 Starting Monday 2nd Feb 2015) 

WHERE: the Ink Pot Arts’ Creative Hub, 
upstairs in the Town Hall Building, Gawler Street, Mount Barker, near The Barker Pub. 

Join in the Fun... 

Hosted by CC of The Ukulele Trading Co Australia. 

Everyone is welcome to the most friendly uke groups on the planet. 

Never played before?... no worries come join us. 

Played an instrument in your younger days and want to get back into music?... no worries come join us. 

Like singing along to songs... now worries come join us. 

You WILL be playing songs easier than you ever though possible.. 

Learn Rhythm Strums. 

Learn the Chords to get you playing. 

Lots of Cool Songs any beginner can play 

Practice Tips to get you playing FAST. 

Find your "Inner Rockstar" and let them loose on ukulele 

“Ukulele washes away the dust of everyday life” Unknown author 

NO UKULELE YET = NO PROBLEM as Loaner ukuleles are supplied for the first night, 
Students can purchase a quality ukulele at discount prices from the Teacher 
or bring your own. 

MORE INFORMATION 
Phone 0429 673 327 
Email Jo-anne Sarre Artistic Director Ink Pot Arts jo-anne@inkpot.com.au 
FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/groups/406665789381794 
WEBSITE http://theukuleletradingcoaustralia.blogspot.com.au/ 

“If everyone played Ukulele the world would be a better place” Jake Shimabukuro

Try out Ukulele - FREE and ukuleles supplied.

FREE COME AND TRY UKULELE LESSON at Adelaide Hills Farmers Market Saturday 17th Jan 10:30am Mount Barker.

Ukuleles supplied or bring your own.

Presented by Ink Pot Arts’ AHUG (Adelaide Hills Ukulele Group) 

Ever wondered what it’s like to strum a ukulele? Well, wonder no more, because here’s your chance to have a go! 

As Jake Shimabukuro says, “If everyone played the ukulele, the world would be a better place”.

WHERE:  Adelaide Hills Farmer’s Market

WHEN:    10.30-11.00am, Saturday 17th January

TUTOR:   Christopher Carr (aka CC)

COST:      Free!

 Christopher teaches Ink Pot Arts’ Beginners and Intermediate Uke classes on Monday nights, starting Monday 2nd Feb 6.30pm. Or if you want to join our Absolute Beginners, they are happening Saturday 21st Feb and Saturday 21st March, 2-3.30pm. For more details contact Jo-anne on quill@inkpot.com.au or 0429 673 327.

www.inkpot.com.au

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Aquila Thundergut UBass Strings, Second hand. Off to ebay Auction.

I removed these Aquila Thundergut UBass strings from a UBass for a customer who wanted the Silver Rumblers as part of my included Setup.

I initially, but mistakenly, fitted the Thunderguts, but had to remove them when I discovered my error in the order requirements. 

The customer brought back his UBass and I made the string changeover. They have been sitting in my string drawer ever since.

So off to EBAY AUCTION they go so someone can get some pleasure/use out of them. 

CLICK TO GO TO ebay AUCTION Aquila Thundergut UBASS Strings

So here you have a set of  'used'  Aquila Thunderguts that need a good home.

Aquila Thundergut U-BASS Strings

Aquila strings of Italy introduced this new set, which is made with a proprietary plastic compound; a dense elastic-plastic blend. The result is a string with density, stability, and the ability to resonate at very low frequencies.

(Fits all 4 String U-BASSES)

Ukulele Lessons Salisbury, Adelaide, South Australia

The NUkes ukulele nights resume Tuesday 13th Feb at 7pm.
Come join the friendliest ukulele group in town, and all levels of experience welcome.  

FORMAT: Group Ukulele Lesson
Beginners for the first hour, then intermediate more challenging Ukulele stuff after 8pm.
Music sheets provided, reading music notation IS NOT required.
Loaner ukuleles available for those that want to come and try out ukulele, or those who bring a friend.

ENTRY: Gold Coin Donation

Hope you have all had a great holidays, that Santa got you that special ukulele and you have all practised your little fingers off.
Cheers CC

7pm till late.
Old Spot Hotel.
Main North Road,
Salisbury
South Australia.

Ohana SK-28 Soprano Ukulele Vintage Series Limited Edition Solid Mahogany $365 with hard-case, tuner and Set-up.

In a world overflowing with 'ME TOO' Cookie Cutter ukuleles the Ohana  SK-28 is a breath of fresh air... the tone, the feel, the look, really are a world away from mass  produced blandness. 

And at $365 AUD somewhat of a bargain as my Package Includes Hardcase, Setup, Tuner, Shipping within Australia

Launched recently overseas the SK-28 is another homage to a vintage instrument, inspired by  the instruments introduced to Hawaii by the likes of legendary luthiers Manuel Nunes and
Augusto Dias.

"The Ohana SK-28 model is copied from  an ORIGINAL UKULELE made by cabinet maker Augusto Dias." 

The 'Figure 8' or 'Peanut' body shape is a true classic, it is the closest relative of the  Portuguese instruments brought to the Hawaiian islands.  Dias and Manuel Nunes the earliest
ukulele makers and crafted ukuleles for more than 40 years and are legend amongst ukulele  enthusiasts.


HISTORY
History tells that Samuel Kamaka and Nunes own son, Leonardo, were apprentices and continued making quality ukuleles. In 1998, the Ukulele Hall of Fame inducted Manuel Nunes  into their honorees.

Louis Wu of Ohana Music has come up with a fantastic homage to the 'original' ukulele, made  in the traditional style.

If you are serious about your ukulele playing and uke collecting then a 'Peanut' body style soprano  is a must have for you.

This soprano has such a pleasing warm tone and easy playability that you soon realise that the  old master Luthiers really were onto something good.

SPECIFICATIONS SK-28 Soprano

• $365 AUD Includes Hardcase, Setup, Tuner, Shipping within Australia
• Premium solid mahogany top/back and sides
• Ebony nut and saddle
• Classic rope rosette and purfling
• Satin finish
• Friction tuners
• Aquila strings

TK-10 Ohana Ukulele Mahogany Tenor. And just $135 Aussie Dollars

Ohana's best-value Tenor Ukulele, this uke has great sound and action at a price that might surprise you! 

The TK-10S is the entry level Tenor Size Ohana ukulele from their 10 Series Range of  California USA designed but China built ukuleles.  The Entry level Tenor ukulele it may be...but you know what?  The TK-10S sounds good and is easy to play.

Plenty of volume, and clean tone by the bucket load in this tenor. Works well for a wide range of playing styles, from  vigorous strumming and gentle picking.

The neck feels great (a feature of Ohana instruments)

And considering it's price point, it scrubs up as a really good Tenor uke that won't cost you an arm and a leg.

FEATURES:
Mahogany top, back & sides
Rosewood fingerboard & bridge
Bone nut & saddle
Die-cast geared tuners

SUMMARY:
A very good value Tenor ukulele, ideal for a first foray into the longer scale length.  Classic lines and traditional sound define this great value from Ohana!

And for only $135 bucks they play fantastic, sound sweet and offer CHEAP FUN FUN  FUN.

ABOUT OHANA UKULELES
Ohana is an American ukulele brand based in California.  All their Ukuleles are their own, designed in California and Manufactured in China. Their goal is to provide the highest quality product at a reasonable price. Every ukulele that leaves their warehouse is carefully inspected and set up for maximum playability. Yes that's right — EVERY UKULELE.

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MANY MORE Ukuleles, Strings, Tuners, Cases, Capos & Accessories in-stock.

I Carry a Huge Range of Kala & Ohana Ukuleles, Aquila & Worth Ukulele Strings.

Fancy Something Else?

Please Contact me and I can arrange it for you, your dream ukulele, Set-up just like you want.

Ukulele Workshops & Private Tuition: Corporate Training Days, Community Centres, Local Councils, Schools... contact me to arrange a program tailored for you.

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Ohana TK-35G-5 Five String Tenor ukulele ALL Solid Mahogany wood

TK-735G-5 Five String Tenor Ukulele.
All Solid Mahogany wood.
RRP is $549 In Australia.

FREE Quality Hardcase
FREE Headstock Tuner
FREE Setup included
FREE Postage
Warranty and After Sales Service Backup from Aussie Ohana Ukulele Dealer.

TO ORDER
Click Buy It Now 
Call 0434 306 920 or email ChrisFromUkuleleTrading@gmail.com 

Life is too short to play a crappy instrument;
Happy Strumming is where it’s at. 

"Ohana Ukuleles, Made To Be Played" is the company slogan... and they are not messing about.

Ohana ukuleles are some of the most inexpensive solid wood ukuleles around, and the TK-35G-5 is all solid mahogany, not just the top, but the back and sides too.  A deep gloss finish and fine details adorn this solid mahogany tenor ukulele with outstanding tone and playability.


LOW G STRING OR HIGH G STRING... HAVE BOTH
Ahhh,   every ukulele player's conundrum... High-G or Low-G!?
With Ohana's unique 5-String model, featuring both G's, all the guess work has been taken out!

Personally I think it sounds amazing...Very loud and boy that low and High G string combo is fantastic, Jangle from the Octave G Strings but you still have single course of C E and A strings for picking and runs etc...

Very happy to have added this model to the range of Ohana ukuleles available in Australia.

WHY TWO G STRINGS?
Well having the g strings doubled up (similar to a 12 string guitar), with the high G and low G an octave apart adds a much fuller bodied rhythm tone, gives it a beautiful and interesting sound but still a ukulele sound..

The Ohana TK-35G-5 has a big sound with a bit of jangle. It’s actually a very loud instrument.
The other strings are normal single and so the cea strings do not sound different to the normal 4 string ukulele.


CONSTRUCTION
The uke is a tenor, and is made from solid mahogany, imparting a more full tone but still a bright attack to notes… very rock.

Being a Solid Wood ukulele it will sound even better as it opens up over the years. As the wood dries out it becomes stiffer and lighter and become even better at transferring string energy to the sound waves we hear.

The headstock on the 5 string is visibly longer than an ordinary ukulele's headstock to accommodate the extra 5th string tuning key.

This is a top of the line instrument with its beautiful gloss finish that makes it look as good as it sounds.

SETUP IN THE USA
Like with all Ohana instruments the workmanship is superb. Ohana ukuleles may be made in China but they all travel to you via Ohana Head office in the USA where they go through a detailed premium adjustment, ready to play.

SPECIFICATIONS
Solid Mahogany Top/Back/Sides
Body Binding
Grover Geared Tuners
Rosewood Fingerboard & Bridge
Bone Nut & Saddle
Aquila Strings
Gloss Finish
19-fret

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