It's Ukulele Day & the Kala Learn To Play Color Chord Ukulele

Over the years I have reviewed a number of items, so I thought I'd go back and pull a few of my past reviews to recommend again this year. If you are looking for a great idea for the ones you love, consider this . . . 

If you are looking for a fun, unique gift, or just because, a ukulele might be just the thing. I contacted Kala and they sent me their wonderful Kala Learn To Play Color Chord Ukulele to review; today I am very happy to let you know about this wonderful ukulele.

Kala Learn To Play Color Chord Ukulele
Made by - Kala

Favorite Features -

• Everything!
• Okay, specifically I love how it is so easy to learn to play this ukulele with the color chords on the neck
• Comes with a bag to carry the ukulele
• App makes it very easy to tune the ukulele
• Encourages musical ability - very easy to play the ukulele - creativity and confidence

Kala says; "The Kala Ukulele App comes with tutorials and lessons using the 4 Color Chords, a Free tuner, and over 100 Free songs. You can expand your library of chords up to 11 whenever you’re ready for a new challenge. Simple and easy to use, the Kala App includes everything you’ll need to start playing songs on the ukulele today! Use the Kala Ukulele App on your phone, tablet, or computer."

As I said above, I love how it is so easy to learn to play this ukulele with the color chords on the neck - dots show where you put your fingers for each of the four main chords. I did not know you are able to play most songs using just four chords! This ukulele makes it very easy to play the ukulele!

My grands were extremely happy when they saw the ukulele at my house . . . they took it home and they all said it was a lot of fun! Now, since it is Ukulele Day - here are some fun facts about the ukulele - did you know . . .

• The ukulele is a four-stringed instrument that has its origins in Portugal, but was adapted by Hawaiians in the 19th Century. 
• The ukulele became particularly popular in Hawaii during the reign of King Kalākaua, who incorporated the instrument into performances at official state gatherings.
• Eric Clapton's son, Tears in Heaven, is a tribute to his late son and is a perfect first song when learning to play the ukulele.
• Somewhere Over the Rainbow includes a basic melody perfect for beginners.
• From Bing Crosby and the Andrews Sisters' "Mele Kalikimaka," to Elvis Presley's "Blue Hawaii," to the widely acclaimed medley of "Somewhere Over the Rainbow/What a Wonderful World" by Israel Kamakawiwo'ole, the ukulele has helped shape the pop music landscape.
• The ukulele is one of the easiest instruments to learn how to play. Learning just a few chords can put you well on your way to playing a few simple pop songs. It's a great instrument to use when introducing younger children to playing music.

You will find out more about the ukulele at this link.