2Easy to understand and use, this excellent guide to playing the ukulele has everything you need to get started. Beginning with a brief introduction descrbing what the ukulele is and how it evolved, the book takes you through the basics of understanding the instrument, how to create chords and play simple melodies, how to learn different styles of ukulele music from around the globe and how to maintain a ukulele (which includes items such as mending broken strings). By the end of the book, readers should have begun to master the ukulele and will be prepared to venture into playing more complicated tunes and pieces. Beautifully designed, bright and colourful, this is a fun way to bring music into your life and entertain your family and friends.