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Saturday, December 29 The ultimate Canadian Christmas

Join us on Canada Day for the Kitsilano Show Boat Festival 2025 where we will be playing a set of play-a-long songs. Join Us: You Can Uke Too! Time: 7:00 pm Where: Showboat Stage - 2300 Cornwall Street, Vancouver, BC, V6k 1B6 For more information, visit the kits showboat website View song charts below:

Music isn’t just a skill—it’s a form of emotional nourishment. And the ukulele, with its warm, uplifting tone, offers surprising mental and emotional benefits for players of all ages. 1. Stress Relief Through Sound The soft, peaceful tone of a ukulele is naturally calming. Many students say even a few minutes of strumming helps them relax after a long day. 2. Encourages Mindfulness Focusing on rhythm, sound, and movement creates a meditative experience that reduces anxiety an

Music becomes even more meaningful when shared. Group ukulele lessons bring people together in a way few activities can, creating joy, laughter, and real connection. 1. A Supportive, Motivating Environment Learning in a group setting reduces pressure and increases encouragement. When a class celebrates each student's progress, everyone grows faster. 2. Builds Community and Friendship Strumming side-by-side creates natural bonding moments. Many of our students form friendships

If you’ve ever wondered which instrument is best for introducing children to the magic of music, the ukulele might just be the perfect answer. With its warm, cheerful sound and easy-to-learn structure, it has become one of the most popular beginner instruments around the world. 1. It’s Small, Light, and Perfect for Tiny Hands Unlike larger instruments, the ukulele is extremely comfortable for children to hold and play. Its size makes learning less intimidating and far more fu