String Instruments - Ukulele

The ukulele, originally from the island of Madeira in Portugal, was introduced to Hawaii in the 19th century by Portuguese immigrants. The name "ukulele" literally means "pulga saltitante" in Portuguese, which translates as "jumping flea", in reference to the speed of playing. It is a four-stringed instrument, from the guitar family, of small size. and distinctive sound. The ukulele is often associated with Hawaiian music, but it has also found its way into pop, rock, and other musical genres around the world.
Ukulele