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By Espie Estrella, About.com Guide to Music Education since 2005

The Ukulele

Sunday May 7, 2006
The ukulele is one of Hawaii's most popular music instrument. It became more widely used during the 20th century and popularized by musicians such as Eddie Karnae and Jake Shimabukuro. The ukulele is like a small guitar but its' tone is much lighter. Learn more about the ukulele.

Music Education In The News: The Whitesboro Central School District made the list of the "Best 100 Communites for Music Education in America" which was launched by AMC. What makes Whitesboro's music program excellent? Read on.

This Day In Music History: Two great composers were born today: Johaness Brahms (1833) and Peter Il'yich Tchaikovsky (1840).

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