How to Shop for a New Ukulele with Taimane Gardner

[@meowsmakemusic718]

Who else loved the wall of ukuleles??!!

[@ells6654]

Meeeee

[@gedekariana5870]

yoo hooo

[@daviddelatiare1653]

not me I love her

[@lg0073]

Boywithuke

[@TaimaneMusic]

Hey guys! Some of you are confused on my pronunciation of "ukulele". In Hawaii, it is pronounced OO-KOO-LE-LE. It is the original pronunciation coined by the Hawaiians who named this instrument. When the ukulele was brought to Hawaii from the island of Medeiros (island off of Portugal), the Hawaiians were amazed by the nimbleness of fingers which reminded them of jumping fleas. Uku = Flea and Lele = Jumping. Ukulele = Jumping Flea. The pronunciation has since been altered to YU-KA-LEY-LEE and YU-KOO-LEY-LEY by the US and other countries, however the original pronunciation is OO-KU-LE-LE. In Hawaii, it is pronounced this way. Hope this helps! Aloha. :)

[@seaglasscat]

GURL YOU TELL 'EM

[@shanqin7023]

Really good commons , let me know why some video pronounced oo koo lele, thank you!

[@mrduetdude6715]

yaaaaas qween! school 'em

[@misalvez]

Hello. Actually is Ilha da Madeira. The same of Madeira wine.

[@madlyketchup]

YES it’s always bothered me when people say “yoo-koo-lay-lee” but when I pronounce it right you get the “you’re saying it wrong!1!1!1!1”

[@jjboopoli]

It's funny how some people will complain about anything and everything. 😄 This musician has traveled the world performing for huge audiences playing her ukulele. She is saying it exactly correct....out of respect for a wonderful traditional instrument with a long history. 👍🏼

[@kauaiPhil1]

Well said from her dad!

[@dialatedmcd]

I think the original pronounciation sounds better "OOO-keh-ley-ley" Leave it to Americans to pronounce the letter "U" as "you." lol

[@michellelyston8566]

@@dialatedmcd It's in the alphabet, though. They were brought up that way. They have an accent like other countries, so you can't blame them. Dk why they get bashed for things like this. Unless they're actually disrespectful towards how it is originally pronounced.

[@Markle2k]

Lets start off by looking at a beginner's (picks up $25 clear plastic uke).... Next we'll look at something more intermediate... for $500... I think there must be a whole gap in between because you can find a whole range of quality on 6-string guitars between $200 and $500

[@WA-ge3vz]

Intermediate as in the most literal middle ground from never picked one up beginner to master player. A 100-$500 uku is for the experienced beginner group. Which is most of us probably.

[@bookmilla8616]

My first uke was $30. Second one was $50 bucks and third $200 and that one is an Ortega pickup so yeah, there are cheaper.

[@vampedvids939]

Markle2k my uke was 150. And it’s great quality.... so I think some people are slightly confused

[@onemorebutterfly688]

XD

[@lauramillett7159]

That's what I thought

[@Woofwoof369]

When she said, “ for intermediates, it’s about 500” I fainted

[@piyajii]

that wall is my aesthetic

[@lambykin842]

kermit fam YoU ARe On EvErY Uke VIdeO AaaaaAAAaAaaA

[@Poopoopeepee12345]

@@lambykin842 IKR I SAW THEM ON THAT SOFIA GIRLS VIDEO

[@BernadetteTeachesMusic]

Love it!

[@pIacehoIders]

Bernadette Teaches Music hi ms b!

[@vampedvids939]

Bernadette Teaches Music I love you!

[@ebk122]

Ilyyyyy

[@dhritisingh3764]

Hi Miss B

[@MoeMoe-cg9hj]

Bernadette Teaches Music i’m your fans love you 😘

[@runolorun]

I think it is also very crucial to check for a straight neck and no buzz of any string on any fret. The mentioned moving back of the tuning peg can be often repaired simply by tightening the screw in the peg. repairing a buzzing fret is much more complicated...

[@benmobi]

I love hearing one of the greatest Uke Genius of all time describe the "thingy-thing".

[@efkastner]

SO CLOSE! My uke is the one right behind the one she picks up at 1:58. I love it with all my heart :)

[@fright4865]

ookelele

[@chiannaosj159]

Chase Jensen hahah that's the original pronunciation of ukulele. When you go to Hawaii and ask for "you-ke-ley-leys" they won't understand you.

[@user-ut5gr7xm5j]

It's the original pronunciation of 'ukulele' ☺️

[@berryblueish13]

Chinitasj they spelled it wrong and she kinda pronounced it weird but it isn’t that far off ,it’s “oo-koo-lay-lay” lol

[@MoeMoe-cg9hj]

Fishism if you can’t pronounce the name it’s not for you

[@fright4865]

Moe Moe i posted this comment two years ago

[@anaa9245]

I love your music. I recently picked up a guitalele (a six string instrument about the size of a tenor ukulele that has the same tuning as if you were to capo a regular guitar to the 5th fret) and I love it! Sounds just like a ukulele

[@taylordwyermusic]

Guys, the original pronunciation of ukelele is ook-a-lay-lay. It obviously originated from Hawaii and our pronunciation was completely butchered from the original. So stop hating on her.

[@daveadriffield7296]

I thought they originated in Portugal.

[@BeanieGinger]

You lowkey remind me of Marceline

[@rimjaff]

Beanie Ginger omg yes!

[@dialatedmcd]

Yeah keep that shit on the DL

[@1dollarfrozencokecomments62]

No >:| that is not a bassss

[@emmaryclarke2862]

YASS finally someone who can say ukulele right!!

[@cleverestcantaloupe4840]

WHY AM I SO OBSESSES WITH THESE...

[@jjboopoli]

😀Excellent info. I just forwarded it to a friend who is looking for an uke.

[@daveargall3454]

I have just recently bought a new Excelsior tenor ukulele for 169GBP and am really pleased with the quality of it and it has a good pick-up with tuner/equalizer fitted too. One thing you could maybe go into a bit, Taimane, is the different sizes of ukuleles and their uses

[@Gluckasz]

Very nice and useful video. It’s exactly what I was looking for! I wish all buying guides would look as this one!

[@JoLeng205000]

You are the World number one lady ukulele player!

[@humangecko]

When you said the intermediate Kala ukulele was $500 dollars i was like hOlY sHIT I have an old soprano ukulele that I've been playing for 2 years and I'm looking for a quality concert uke to perform on, but I'm not rich. do you have any brands you can recommend?

[@zoeyjoziee8885]

Jade Anything but mahalo, Mahalos are for Noobs.

[@WA-ge3vz]

just search on Amazon. There are good ones between $100-150. look for 4 to 5 star ones with over 50 reviews. Then you can copy and past the name of the uku into KZbin and watch videos demonstrating it. That is how I ended up with a Lohanu concert. If you want to sound really good when actually "performing" tho, $500 is pretty much the minimum as far as I can tell.

[@王小二-u2z]

Hricane ukulele,low price get the high quality uke,you could get it on amazon

[@savagella9723]

I play concert size Alvarez, it costs around 100 €, and it is a beauty!

[@emily-pe5hc]

Jade tiger

[@Elvis-guy1973]

Man! They should pay you to demonstrate their Ukuleles, they'd be sold out inside a hour, you're just amazing!

[@royhsieh4307]

0:34 she means when u test an ukulele, test the tuning for both original string *and* at the 12th fret. if both frets can be in tune at the same time then its doing great.

[@janehansen14]

That rainbow at the beginning though *chef’s kiss*

[@digigoliath]

Thanks for the tips. I plan to shop for one soon.

[@anamendozatanedo]

2:14 i keep on repeating that part so much its just so good

[@normalguycap]

This was exactly what I wanted and from my favorite player too!

[@Dan-ss2vo]

Your playing is awesome. This video was helpful too. Btw, Elton John called, he wants his glasses back!

[@freepagan]

2:15 -- from Bach's tocatta and Fugue in D minor.

[@daytonajimduey2068]

She is such a doll.

[@chidera5730]

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[@Tokkman]

Wish I could play like you girl! You are amazing!! ❤

[@mikelopez6765]

Love the shades, Thanks looking forward to the next!

[@josedelao6733]

Loved your performance in Costa Rica's TEDx

[@brianamancuso9889]

My first ukelele always got out of tune due to the pins sliding. It is super annoying so look out! This a super helpful video!

[@fatyoshi7564]

you earned a subscriber :) loved the clear one

[@serenalite]

I am so inspired by you!

[@roberthudson9516]

Taimane! You are an amazing musician and I'm so glad you also give back in the way of educating people on your craft in your videos. One thing I wish you would talk about is soprano versus concert (neck length) versus tenor and other ukuleles. Clearly most people choose sopranos, because they are what is most available, but maybe there ought to be more tenor players or even the rare ukulele bass player...with those crazy rubber strings! What about banjulele?! Is that blasphemy or a welcome addition? I want to know your thoughts on all the variety of ukuleles out there! Thanks!!

[@rockykoast7065]

Love the technical terms like "the thingy-thing". :D

[@seaglasscat]

do you live in hawaii? when i go ukulele shopping there is always only two or three ukuleles in the shop lol, i'd kill to move to hawaii

[@TaimaneMusic]

Yup born and raised on Oahu. :) There's tons of ukes here!

[@faethe000]

Yes, that store is in Honolulu. I go there all the time.

[@BigDave15]

Listen for the tonal quality of the instrument. If it is anything like guitars the tone will vary. Choose one with a tone you like. More expensive doesn't necessarily mean better tone.

[@marzenastankiewicz9662]

Hello You use tenor or soprano size? Thank you. You are the best 🎉🎉❤

[@spanishjo1205]

Hi Taimane We all love you! You are World best lady ukulele player!

[@cerridwenhicksartdesign]

I love your glasses! Thanks for the information, great advise. :)

[@SmallUkeBigWorld]

Makes a good combo with the Kala waterman

[@itzaroseylife]

love your pink sunglasses! big fan here from the Philippines! :)

[@mjlorino1795]

mahdita12 Im a filipino. Kumusta ka na

[@pinkkittyvoid]

2:13 I was like DAMN!

[@ukulelegigbag6582]

Thanks for sharing !

[@onemorebutterfly688]

Your very good at playing and picking ukuleles

[@tracywoodlands2459]

Nice tips

[@megs508]

Omg the way she says ukulele love it

[@suilili]

okay but the clear one looked so cool tho😳👍

[@m.a.vestal8253]

Loved your Zeppelin cover...

[@ezr4679]

This helps me a lot, thankyou

[@sorinzo3902]

As you look at the Intermediate row, I own the dark brown one

[@arteparavida1264]

I love in Brazil

[@Burps___]

Love your Snapchat glasses! 👓👓

[@pIacehoIders]

Cool One its a snapchat glass? i thought those can record videos?

[@ludwigvanbeethoven3808]

I love how you say ukulele its so interesting

[@mirdalarinasdo8648]

Thanks for you guiden 🤗👍

[@BenjaminWagener]

Would you say a beginners-Ukulele for 30 bucks is okay if it fullfills the requirements you called?

[@sherrcon]

benj/it depends on what you want..if you just dink around once in a while, yes..but if you want to get into it, no..it's always good to pay a little bit more to get a little bit more/better quality..besides, it will last you a lifetime if taken good care...stay away from toys unless you are imprinting on the kids..hope this helps..

[@BenjaminWagener]

So what would you say should be the minimal price point I should focus on? I am somewhat interested in learning to play the ukulele, but I'm not a 100% sure if it is really my thing and I am definitely not interested in playing in a club or something like this, so the advanced types for more than 200 are definitely not the right ones for me.

[@JebHoge]

Benjamin Wagener I'd say plan on $50-$70 for a starter. Nothing cheaper is going to be worth the money. A Makala Dolphin is a nice option at that price. If you can go to $100, that's even better. A starter Kala, Lanikai, or Ohana will be in that price range.

[@BenjaminWagener]

Thank you for your advice.

[@sherrcon]

ben/ first of all, taimane is terrific..our hats off to her...again, depends on what you want..and you should learn the uke..it is very easy seeming it has only four strings..i learned and have been playing for two years and still learning..i am left handed so i have to turn the strings/cords around..i thought i could never do it..i wasted money on a cheap uke (but we all do that on other things like skis, cameras etc.until we know we will like)

[@marenhughes2204]

OMG! Where is that!!!!!!! I need to go there!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@nirukalim9070]

My ukulele is the one right above the guitar at the bottom.

[@katelynnjackson2621]

What kindve ukulele do you play on mainly? I've been playing on a soprano, and just ordered a baritone

[@berucrat]

Katelynn Jackson A concert Uke allows for not range so I would assume she plays a concert or possibly a tenor with soprano strings

[@delloda]

forget the kala intermediate and beginner one. Go for an Aklot. under $100 has a pickup and has great sound. check out the youtube review of it as proof.

[@renatapenido7130]

The glasses are interesting too.

[@dommyespi6797]

Taimane please do a tutorial on your Star Spangled Banner Video

[@danaanthereal3687]

If you are wanting a complete guide of how to choose a ukulele please look up Baz @gotaukulele or Bernadette @bernadetteteachesmusic. Both are good at describing what you want to look for.

[@mularaikar]

can you advise me on which ukulele you use

[@kalaivanithukkaram]

HEAVEN 💫

[@rubyclark5274]

that clear uke was soo cool 😂😂

[@Mostafa20268]

Thank you sweetheart !

[@zabaletaza4086]

Ya tengo el Ukelele ahora como inicio mi aventura? ..... Quiero aprender... Ayuda!!

[@Негр-ж6ц7е]

Anyone, tell me is ukulele "Fazley" a good one? Nowhere is info abt it!

[@daisyfrost5347]

Imagine it's the zombie apocalypse and you can walk in here and take all the free ukuleles that you want. My dream lol

[@jprz6748]

I’m a bass player but I learned something in this vid probably hahahaha thanks for those tips

[@melaniejominin]

Subscribed! That really help.

[@LongRidgeFarmer]

Have you played a Collings yet?

[@marlondayday]

what brand of ukulele prefer for?

[@mikekimball121]

What does Taimane play, a Tenor or baritone??

[@tridentdiving4040]

Hi, nice vid, some good tips. I really enjoy your playing. I know you play a Kamaka, what pick-up do you have installed?

[@TaimaneMusic]

Trident Diving a fishman!

[@tiarajabri]

I’ve had my ukulele for about a month or so and it was $100 but the colour was kind of fading so I got it for $50 but I really like the clear ukulele but the sound is the thing that bothers me

[@stephenjayaram514]

Where's this shop please?

Which one is good? Tenor ukulele ör bariton ukulele?

[@zakki8774]

Ugh i think my ukuleles tuning pegs are sliding out of tune when i play whats an easy unexpencive fix

[@olivia.v2132]

That happens with a brand new ukulele. Just keep tuning it and eventually it will stay.

[@jo18ist]

I'm looking for a 5 string E-Ukulele like the one she always uses, I can't find it.😢

[@jeffreytownsend7814]

That is because her's is a custom 5 string.

[@claragmasawan7134]

I'm probably getting a uke from my parents for my bday

[@ikeasucculent4734]

did u get it

[@claragmasawan7134]

@@ikeasucculent4734 Yes!! I also got an acoustic ukulele for Christmas in the same year.

[@ikeasucculent4734]

Clara Goeretthie wait omg i didn’t expect u to reply that’s so cool though :0

[@claragmasawan7134]

@@ikeasucculent4734 😂😂😂 Yup

[@davealmeida9786]

I noticed that your ukuleles have 2 G strings- why is that? And how do you set it up like that- thanks so much for your help

[@icedcreams1936]

Some ukuleles have multiple strings that give it a deeper sound, almost like a guitar! You can tune them in a couple different ways, so you should look up the varieties based off the amount of strings a particular instrument has :)

[@leorys6207]

Great video✌

[@olivejoyous]

what size/type are the larger ones she looked at?

[@yytoshi]

i got a uke for my birthday this year

[@yinaurycruzz8846]

The clear one is cool

[@timothyjacobs8025]

I am getting one today.

[@indigoking6618]

Hi everyone! I would like to make a request to Taimane for more tutorials (please). Now I figure if we all ask nicely she may help us poor underlings out. But I ask you the reader and fan of Taimane to get onboard and we do a mass asking with a please!

[@marverickbin]

Where I find a 5 strings uke?

[@emelyjmendez]

I'm a beginner, do I have to get soprano size, I kinda want the concert size ukulele.

[@TaimaneMusic]

No, I started on a concert :) Go for it!

[@polkadotcumentary]

I started with a concert too xD

[@kaylaw3759]

Choose what fits you! A concert has more frets than a soprano so when you get more advanced you have a wide variety of notes

[@kaylaw3759]

And it has a slightly deeper sound than a soprano :)

[@pragyanbezbo]

Go directly to 2:12 for the best part.

[@rickwyant]

Beginners shouldn't purchase their first ukulele for more than a hundred dollars. I started with a $60 ukulele and as I improved and decided to stay with it I purchased a better one. Still, unless I was really serious I wouldn't advise paying more than $200 and that's stretching it

[@octaviacocco8060]

Hello what is thé size of the second ukulélé please ?

[@TaimaneMusic]

Tenor :)

[@octaviacocco8060]

Taimane thanks 😊

[@tide4623]

WHERE IS THAT???

[@MIKA-rk5ly]

Yooo good one

[@Bungowungowow]

Oh my gosh that clear one though

[@関信耶-z3g]

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