Play your ukulele often

Your instrument is a tool for making music, but unlike a hammer or a screwdriver, if you just toss your ukulele in a box...
Posted by Palm Beach Ukulele Group - PUGs on Thursday, February 20, 2014

Benefits of Learning How to Play Ukulele

There is a growing body of scientific research suggesting that playing and/or learning to play a musical instrument can...
Posted by Palm Beach Ukulele Group - PUGs on Thursday, March 13, 2014

Ukulele class times now 7.15pm

Hi Pugs it's Friday so.... we have uke for beginners at 6pm tonight. Hope you can make it :)
Posted by Palm Beach Ukulele Group - PUGs on Thursday, April 3, 2014

Palm Beach Ukulele Lessons

Palm Beach Ukulele lessons on tonight at 7.15pm :)
Posted by Palm Beach Ukulele Group - PUGs on Sunday, November 1, 2015

Palm Beach Ukulele Group Lessons - Strum and have fun :)

Yoga Palm Beach : Timetable Yoga Palm Beach April 2015

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Palm Beach Ukulele Group Lessons @ Red Cross Hall

Hi Pugs

We have been at the Red Cross Hall for 3 weeks now. All going well so far. If you can't make it to Monday nights uke lesson, this could be a good alternative for you.

See you soon.

Cheers

Lalita & Lisa

Ukulele classes every Monday in Palm Beach

Hi Pugs

Hope you and loved ones are well. Stay safe and keep strumming. See you in class soon :)

Cheers

Lalita and Pugs team JT, Lisa & Shane

Timetable - March 2015

Ukulele lessons still on Monday nights at 7.15pm

Hi Pugs

We are off to a great start this year, with lots of people enquiring about classes. If you havn't been for a while, now's a great time to come back and get into it.

Mahalo

Lalita

Ukulele lessons in Coolangatta

Hi Pugs,

We are still ukeing in Coolangatta :) Every Saturday morning at 9.30am. The address is 124 Marine Parade. We are next to a tall pink building 'Sea View Hotel' which is on the corner of Clarke St and Marine Parade. The hall is signed Kirtan Kooly. You can't miss us. Come down for a strum when you can.

All the best

Lalita & team PUGS (JT Lisa Shane)

Ukulele time change to 7.15pm

Hi Pugs

We have changed the start time for Monday's class to 7.15pm. This gives the yogi's a bit of time to pack up, have a chat and a yummy treat without having to rush about too much.

Hope this suits.

Cheers

Lalita

Timetable - February 2015

Palm Beach Ukulele Group - Happy New Year 2015

Palm Beach Ukulele Group hope that you had a lovely Christmas with family and friends and a safe beginning to 2015 We hope this will be a great year for you and your loved ones :)

Ukulele class's have begun again, so come and see us again soon.

Best regards
Lalita :)

Palm Beach Ukulele Group Merry Christmas

Palm Beach Ukulele Group wish you all a very safe and happy Christmas. We will see you next year :)

Palm Beach Ukulele Group 2014

Hi Uksters

It's been a mighty fun year. Our last ukulele class with JT for 2014 - was held this morning. We would like to thank you for all of your support over the last .. almost 2 years now :) We are really looking forward to seeing you again next year 2015.

Stay in touch through fb PUGS and YMSPB

We wish you, your family, friends and loved ones a very safe "Happy Christmas" and a Meditative Ukeing New Year. 

Lalita & team PUGS :)  JT Uke and Lisa

Palm Beach Ukulele Group PUGS @ Buskers by the Creek 2014

What an awesome day ...! Loads of fun. If you would like to be part of the Buskers by the Creek 2015 come to our Uke lessons and learn how to play. It's not difficult, just takes practice.

 Hi Pugs .. just wanted to thank everyone for taking part in Buskers by the Creek. Special shout out to Jaya our long time Uke teacher @ Palm Beach Ukulele Group. His timely phone call made it possible for us to secure a spot at this gig. 

Shane who has taught periodically over the last couple years he turned us onto this gig a few months ago. Lisa our new uke teacher. Kim C for the delicious treats, Kim D for handing the treats out while the gig was on .. plus our fliers and information. I hope you liked the organic lollipops also. Hoping I havn't missed anyone :) Thanks again for being part of the PUGS experience and for making the gig so enjoyable, happy and memorable. Can't wait to do it again. 

Get in touch here. PUGS and here YMSPB and Yoga Palm Beach
We look forward to hearing from you.

Mahalo

Lalita 

Palm Beach Ukulele Group offer 3 lessons a week

Hi Pugs

Yes, we are still offering ukulele lessons in Palm Beach and Coolangatta. We are now offering 3 classes a week.

Monday Palm Beach 7pm
Beginners
Thursday Coolangatta 10am
Intermediates
Saturday Coolangatta 10am
Beginners

Here's hoping you are all well, getting a head start on Christmas shopping ... Lol..! Can you believe how quickly this year has gone ..!!! Anyway, hope you are all safe and happy.

See you in class soon. Call or txt me for details 0468344108 or keep in touch here. PUGS and here YMSPB and Yoga Palm Beach

We look forward to hearing from you.

All the best Mahalo Lalita :)

JT & Lisa

Palm Beach Ukulele Group (Pugs) offering lessons for Intermediates

Hi Pugs 

Just another update to let you know that our friend Lisa has taken on the role of instructor and will be teaching Intermediate level Ukulele at the hall in Coolangatta on Thursdays at 10am. That address again for new comers is 124 Marine Parade. We are next to the tall pink building 'Coolangatta Seaview Motel' which is on the corner of Clarke Street and Marine Parade.

Hope you will find your way to us soon. Or keep in touch here PUGS and here YMSPB and Yoga Palm Beach

We look forward to hearing from you.

Take care .. Mahalo Lalita

JT and Lisa

Ukulele lessons for beginners in Palm Beach

Hi Pugs

Just sending out a reminder about the Ukulele lessons for beginners in Palm Beach Monday nights at 7pm.

You are welcome to drop over anytime you like. 60 mins of fun, friendship, learning and a little meditation. It's the best way to learn, removes the stress, is repetitive and helps you to relax. 

Sound good :) We think so. 

Come join in, bring your ukulele, your friends and a smile.

Look forward to meeting up soon.

Keep in touch here. PUGS and here YMSPB and Yoga Palm Beach
We look forward to hearing from you.

Cheers Lalita

Ukulele and Cute doggy

Hi ukulele fans how are you?

Isn't this little guy the cutest. The cute little doggies not too bad either :)

July, a super busy month for me every year. Having heaps of family birthdays can be a little hectic, specially because one of the birthdays is mine :) I thought I would treat myself by buying another ukulele ...!! how original .. Lol..! Anyway, long story short, I had a look on gumtree. (Truth be told) I've been stalking gumtree looking for bargain ukuleles for a couple months now. Anyway, lo and behold I found one. After checking prices I decided it would be a great buy. And PLUS+ the seller threw in a really good uke tuner a soft case and he delivered it to my door. How amazing is that ..!  Birthdays, gotta love them.

Stay close, get in touch here. PUGS and here YMSPB and Yoga Palm Beach
We look forward to hearing from you. See you in class :)

Mahalo

Lalita & Teachers

JT

Shane B

Palm Beach Ukulele Group offering classes in Coolangatta

Hi Pugs

Yes, for those of you who don't know Palm Beach Ukulele Group is now holding classes in Coolangatta.  

The address is 124 Marine Parade Coolangatta. We are next to the tall pink building 'Seaview Motel' which is on the corner of Clarke and Marine Parade. 

It's a lovely little hall, newish, beachfront with ocean views.  

If you cant make it to ukulele lessons on the Monday night in Palm Beach, you now have an opportunity to stay in the ukulele loop by popping into class @ Marine parade Coolangatta Thursday at 10am.

Keep in touch here. PUGS and here YMSPB and Yoga Palm Beach

Call me for details 0468344108 

We look forward to hearing from you. See you in class

Mahalo

Lalita JT & Teachers

Ukulele in Autumn

 Hi Pugs

I hope you are enjoying the beautiful Autumn weather we are having.

I love this photo ... the georgous colours and the general vibe. 

Here she is leaving home with her prized possessions, among the treasures we see up front and centre  .. her cute little uke :)

I am thinking that all of you are practicing the chord patterns and strumming techniques you've been taught ... lol ..! I hope so anyway. 

Practice, practice, practice makes perfect. Tenacity and consistency will win out over natural ability in some one who does NOT practice .. ever :)

Anyway, I hope you are all having fun and enjoying your ukulele journey.

See you in class, don't forget to visit the fb page when you can tear yourself away from your ukulele. Leave a comment, or like or what ... ever :)

AND keep in touch here PUGS and here YMSPB and Yoga Palm Beach
We always look forward to hearing from you.

Mahalo 

Lalita :)

Ukulele on the Beach

 Hi Uke fans

How lucky are we ...!  Here we are, all of us living on the Gold Coast, in Palm Beach, Elanora, Tugun  or local vicinity.

It's super easy to grab your travel friendly uke and head down to the beautiful sandy beach. Stretch out, destress, have some "I Me Mine" down-time, relax, sing, strum and mellow out with friends, a packed lunch or tea. It's a beautiful thing.

Hey guys, don't be strangers, come over and see us. Drop by for ukulele class. You are welcome anytime. Stay in touch click here. PUGS and here YMSPB and Yoga Palm Beach We look forward to hearing from you.

Mahalo

Cheers Lalita :)

Have Uke will meditate :)

 Hi ukesters,

I love this happy photo. If you are having a 'down' day it's sure to cheer you up.

Pugs aka Palm Beach Ukulele Group is still going strong after celebrating our 1 year anniversary.

Just wanted to pop in and say thanks to all of you for your support. Hope you've had fun learning with us.

We've  really loved meeting all of you, hanging out and practicing some uke meditation with you.

Have a great year 2014 and stay close, keep in touch here. PUGS and here YMSPB and Yoga Palm Beach We look forward to hearing from you.

Fondly - Lalita and our ukulele teachers
Jay T
Jag D
Shane B

Ukulele - Play rich harmonious accompaniment in minutes

Ukulele adds zest and sparkle :)

Wow ... !! This was published in 1925.
The ukulele has been around for quiet some time.

"Jollities" I have never heard that word before, how times have changed but the sweet ukulele keeps powering on.

Take care

Keep on strumming, see you in class and a reminder to keep in touch here PUGS and here YMSPB and Yoga Palm Beach

We look forward to hearing from you. Come see us, gauranga and strum with us. It's heaps of fun :)

Aloha

Lalita :)

Ukuleles

Hi again Pugs

Howzit going?

I came a cross this photo and thought I would post it here.

These are some fine looking ukuleles. A couple I have never seen before, but all of them are very interesting.

Beauty comes in all shapes and sizes indeed.

Once again we hope that all is well in your world. As always we look forward to seeing you shortly, remember classes have switched to Friday nights at 6pm.

There's also a daytime class (for those of you who don't like to venture out at night) The venue is YMC short for Yoga Meditations Coolangatta. Time is 10am until 11am (Qld)

Thanks to those who have made it down there, next week will be our 3rd week there. Come and join in if you can and keep in touch here. PUGS and here YMSPB and Yoga Palm Beach

We look forward to hearing from you as always.

Regards
Mahalo
JT & Lalita

Uke band

Hi Pugs

If any of you are interested in getting together to do a "BAND" type of thing let us know.

There are a couple uke players interested, but as that old saying goes the 'more' the merrier ...!

Any way have a think about it, would love to have you on board.

As always we hope you are well and happy.

Take care see you at the next ukulele class. Remember to stay in touch here. PUGS and here YMSPB and Yoga Palm Beach

We look forward to hearing from you.

Until then stay well and keep strumming.

Best regards
JT  Lalita and Jay

Uke Meditation - YMSPB Yoga Meditation Studio Palm Beach

Hi Pugs

Hope all is well.

Nice to see some familiar faces at Ukulele classes as well as NEW ones this year.

It seems the UKE phenomenum is still running hot, in our local Gold Coast area at least.

It was really nice to meet and strum with you all last year 2013 we hope you will come visit again 2014.

In either case, we wish you "Happy Uke N play" Come back and visit a while, some day soon.

Best regards, JT Lalita & Jay
Have a very happy 2014

If you are interested in finding out a little more about meditation or yoga classes go here;
Yoga Meditation Studio Palm Beach
To view a Time table;
Yoga Palm Beach

Mahalo

Happy strumming :)

Lalita

Ukuleles = Healthy

Hi Pugs, great billboard. Have an exceptional week, see you soon for more Uke..n strumming, singing, meditation and chats :)

Keep in touch here. PUGS and here YMSPB and Yoga Palm Beach

We look forward to hearing from you as always.

Mahalo

JT & L

Keep Calm and Uke On

Hi Pugs, epic quote. Uke band, Uke band, any takers? Let me know. See you soon when classes start up again towards the end of the month 25th Jan 2014.

Stay in touch here. PUGS and here YMSPB and Yoga Palm Beach

We look forward to seeing you in class.

Stay cool and Uke on
Lalita

Happy Uke..n New Year

Hi Pugs
Wishing you all a wonderful start to the New Year 2014. Wow ...! we will celebrate our 1 year anniversary shortly. What an awesome journey, glad to have met so many incredible people. Where ever you are in the world, stay safe and be happy.

Stay in touch here. PUGS and here YMSPB and Yoga Palm Beach

We look forward to hearing from you in 2014.

Happy New Year

JT Jay & Lalita          

Merry Christmas to all Pugs (Palm Beach Ukulele Group)

Hi Pugs, we wish you all a very wonderful, happy, Merry Christmas. All the best to you and your families, you are all in our thoughts and prayers, we look forward to seeing you again in the New Year.

Remember we are here if you need any information. Get in touch. PUGS and here YMSPB and Yoga Palm Beach

We look forward to hearing from you 2014.

Mahalo nui

Lalita, JT & Jay

Ukulele tabs

Hi Pugs, these guys have some really good info on their site, have a look for yourself if you like.

Remember to keep in touch here. PUGS and here YMSPB and Yoga Palm Beach

We look forward to hearing from you.

Cheers
Lalita JT Shane B & Jay

Painted Uke

Hi Pugs, this handpainted ukulele is so pretty. Painted by Susan Van Giles, she has a shop on etsy.

K ... see you shortly ...! Happy strumming

Keep in touch here. PUGS and here YMSPB and Yoga Palm Beach

We look forward to hearing from you.

Mahalo

Lalita

Uke Fretboard

Hi Pugs, maybe some of you will find this helpful. I sure did. K ... cheerio see you soon.

Remember keep in touch here. PUGS and here YMSPB and Yoga Palm Beach

We look forward to hearing from you.

Mahalo :)

Lalita

Believe it or NOT - Ukulele

Hi Pugs, does anyone know if this is for real or not? Interesting, wow... cheap ...!
Hey, maybe next year we can get the Uke band going, someone remind me.

Keep in touch here. PUGS and here YMSPB and Yoga Palm Beach

We look forward to hearing from you.

Mahalo..!
See you in class.
Happy strumming :)

Ukulele Stories

Tony Halls Match Stick Ukulele

I am not a uke  player, but wondered if the unique ukulele my late father created

fits with Your Real Life Uke Stories?”

Jack Hall created this Soprano Ukulele in 1984 at the age of 79 years. It is 

entirely made with throw away wood matchsticks...10,000 matchsticks were

individually joined together with hide glue.

Matchsticks for the curved portions were pre-soaked in water and bent, and the

glued-together sections were weighted into shape with the aid of flat-irons, fire 

bricks and pans of water. 

The carving was fashioned with a knife, a file and a straight-edge razor; finishing

touches accomplished with graded sandpaper, before the clear varnish seal was

applied.                                                          

The main distinguishing features are the burnt matchstick ornamentation. The

 blackened, burnt match-heads were ingeniously interlocked to form herring bone

 and diamond designs on the front and back of the body, with soldier columns on

 the body sides and peg head front. 

The original white wood has aged nicely to a rich gold colour.

Construction was completed in four hundred hours...working five hours per day.

Jack completed the project with a case entirely made with 200 Cardboard

MatchBoxes.

The ukulele is part of a collection in the book of Guinness World Records, 2003

Edition.  Abbreviated text says, "Tony Hall (UK) owns 10 playable musical

instruments made entirely from 106,000 used wooden matchsticks."

Get in touch here. PUGS and here YMSPB and Yoga Palm Beach

We look forward to hearing from you.

Mahalo 

Team PUGS Lalita JT Jay and Shane B

Ukulele - Palm Beach Pugs

At the end of the day it is so nice to be able to relax, stroll down to the beach and bathe in the last of the suns warm rays. Maybe watch the sun set and strum a few tunes of your ukulele. The yoga txts tell us that this is a particularly conducive time to practice meditation.

If you have ever contemplated learning how to meditate YMSA (Yoga Meditation Studios Australia) are offering FREE meditation lessons via skype. So very convenient, all you have to do is set yourself up in a nice comfy chair, and take part in the meditation class. You will find it really interesting, and it's always great to learn new things, especially information that can help you grow in so many way. Studies have shown that meditation helps with physiological as well as psychosomatic disorders. It's certainly worth having a think about it.

Here are the contact numbers:

Gorunga Yoga Studio Robyn Hansen: Ph: 07 5590 7746 or Email: gorungastudio@gmail.com

You may also Text or Call Yoga Meditation Studio Palm Beach speak to: Lalita 0468344108 ask for a booking and further details.

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Keep in touch here. PUGS and here YMSPB and Yoga Palm Beach

We look forward to hearing from you.

Mahalo 

Lalita

Ukulele lessons - PUGS

If you are interested in why we love to share the gift of meditation, go here and read a little about it. ymsau

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It's almost October 2013

Time has really flown, we have met tons of wonderful people and made some really nice friends.

Thanks to all of you for coming and strumming with us.

It's always lovely to see you.

Palm beach ukulele group collage PUGS

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Palm Beach Ukulele Group - Ukulele talented teens ... Keep strummin Pugs

This will be us in a couple months ... Lol..!

Palm Beach Ukulele Group Photo

Palm Beach Ukulele Pugs

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Everyone welcome

Ukulele history Part 1 -Palm Beach Ukulele Group

Ukulele History


The ukulele isn't a native or ancient instrument: it started with Portuguese immigrants to Hawaii in the late 19th century. The largest wave of Portuguese immigration lasted about 30 years, and 11,000 Portuguese immigrants would arrive in its first decade.

The ukulele is not a direct descendant of any particular instrument; rather it is a hybrid, most likely of the machete and the five-string rajão. These instruments are all in a family of small guitar-like instruments dating from the 18th century. These and similar forms are still popular throughout Latin America, Spain and Portugal. These and other European instruments were originally imported into Hawaii by the immigrants, and continued to be imported through the late 19th century, even after local makers started building their own.


Manuel NunesManuel Nunes, Joao Fernandes, Augusto Dias and Jose do Espirito Santo all arrived from Portugal in Hawaii on the Ravenscrag, in 1879, along with 400-plus other immigrants, to work the sugar cane fields.

Fernandes allegedly surprised and delighted the dockside natives by playing tunes on a small stringed instrument. This has been variously identified as a Portuguese braguinha (a nickname for a Portuguese instrument also known as the cavaquinho), or a small four-stringed Madeiran guitar called a machete (from the Portuguese-owned Madeira islands, sometimes called a machete de Braga after the city and district in northern Portugal where the instrument originated), and even described as both a rajão, a small, five-stringed Portuguese instrument. 

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Keep an eye out for the next installment of Ukulele History Part 2 

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Palm Beach Ukulele Group - A Ukeing collage

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Palm Beach Ukulele Group - A collage of photos for PUGS

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