Gary Zimnicki Builds a Uke

Detroit-area luthier Gary Zimnicki is well known for his guitars, but he builds sweet 'ukuleles, too.

(I'm the proud steward of a Zimnicki Reclaimed Wood soprano!)

Gary recently wrote to say that he's started a project of posting build videos on YouTube. This is the first in the series. We'll update you with new ones as they're posted. Or you can just follow his YouTube channel.

Here's Gary's website: Link

Happy Uke Week!

This Friday, August 23rd, 2024, marks the 145th anniversary of the 'ukulele's "arrival" in Hawai'i in 1879 aboard the Ravenscrag.

To celebrate, our good friend and mentor, James Hill, has several exciting things planned. Surf on over to Uketropolis for complete details, but here are some highlights:

• 20% off, site-wide at Uketropolis. Check out James' many online courses, from The 'Ukulele Way to the JHUI Teacher's program
• 25% off merch at 1879 Apparel
• Song premieres
• Online interviews
• A great big toast to the 'ukulele on Friday, the 23rd.

Complete deets at Uketropolis.