Abe's Ukulele Podcast
This is a podcast for players and teachers of the ukulele to improve their skills at doing those things. I cover all sorts of things that I think are interesting and helpful on my journey to become a better uke teacher/player. Sometimes I'll be interviewing great teachers and players, other times I'… read more
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DonateAbout the Host
Abe Deshotel
Host/Producer
Abe (ah-bay) is an ukulele teacher and musician that loves listening to podcasts. Longing for a podcast that shares teaching and playing knowledge of the ukulele, he decided to start one himself.
What fans say about the podcast
Well crafted
Abe’s Ukulele Podcast is a smooth brew of well crafted ukulele interviews and insights that will keep you coming back for more.
— Stuart Yoshida, OokTown Podcast
Thumbs up!
Abe’s guests from across the ukulele spectrum are full of great ideas and stories, helpful for players and teachers. I also enjoy his relaxed conversational style. Thumbs up!
— Cynthia K.
Featured episode
James Hill and 8-note uke chords
October 7th, 2018
I caught up with James Hill again in August. We talked about the new Ukulele Hot Springs he put together and tons …
All Episodes
Ukulele Underground Crossover Pt. 1
August 2nd, 2019
I visited Kauai and hung out with the Ukulele Underground crew for a day. We did two podcast episodes and this …
Bryan Tolentino at the Magic Fluke Co.
July 1st, 2019
Back in May, I travelled up to the Magic Fluke Co. in Sheffield, MA to chat with Bryan Tolentino.
He was …
Gerald Ross in Ashokan
June 28th, 2019
I had the wonderful opportunity to spend a day at the Ashokan Uke Fest in Olivebridge, NY.
It was a beautiful place filled …
Banjolele or firewood? with Christopher Davis-Shannon
May 23rd, 2019
😅 just a joke
This is the 2019 Allegheny Ukulele Soiree Special number 3.
Learn more about Chris and hear his music at …
The Ukes of Mim
May 21st, 2019
Allegheny Ukulele Soiree Special number 2.
Mim sells and sets up ukuleles in Floyd, Virginia, USA.
She's also a great entertainer …
Catching up with Mike
May 17th, 2019
Allegheny Ukulele Soiree Special number 1.
This was a short chat I had with Mike Holzer. It was early Sunday morning, the …
Kiku or Guitarlele with Terry
April 20th, 2019
Today's episode is all about ukulele, as usual, but also guitarlele, or the kīkū, not as usual.
Terry Carter was my …
Goldilocks Jazz with Paul Hemmings
March 31st, 2019
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Jack and the Vox
February 19th, 2019
Note: I'm so sorry if the music is too loud! I'm having too much fun listening to my new intro music.😂🙏
For today’s episode I caught up with Victoria Vox and Jack Maher of Jack and the Vox.
We …
Ukulele Wishlist
December 31st, 2018
This is officially December's episode.
It's more of a personal resolution as well as a challenge to all uke players
Here's my uke …
Effects pedals for ukulele
November 30th, 2018
With the hope of new gear on the horizon for many ukulele players, I wanted to take this chance to cover some pedals that …
James Hill and 8-note uke chords
October 7th, 2018
I caught up with James Hill again in August. We talked about the new Ukulele Hot Springs he put together and tons …
Teaching with ukulele percussion
September 14th, 2018
My guest today is Bryan LaPlante.
News
The uke contest winners were decided. The cutest video of my kids picking out …
One-year giveaway!
August 13th, 2018
Thanks for your patience in getting this episode out this month!
I'm doing an ukulele giveaway with Uke Life Co!
Head …
How I made my first album
July 9th, 2018
Today’s episode is a commentary on my first studio album, which came out earlier this year. It’s not a super in-depth breakdown of each song, but a brief discussion in real time on different aspects of …
How Mike Holzer started the Allegheny Ukulele Soiree
June 7th, 2018
For the final episode in this special series, I sat down and talked to Mike Holzer, the chief ukulele …
From viola to ukulele with Amber Rozel: Allegheny Ukulele Soiree Special
May 31st, 2018
AUSS no. 4 features a Steel City Ukes native! Amber Rozel is a teacher and performer that you may not …
Eating sandwiches with Danielle: Allegheny Ukulele Soiree Special
May 30th, 2018
Here’s 3 of 5 from the Allegheny Ukulele Soiree! Today’s episode is with Danielle Ate …
The great uke duo Craig Chee and Sarah Maisel: Allegheny Ukulele Soiree Special
May 15th, 2018
This is the second installment of a special uke fest series I’m putting out as quickly as I can. These episodes …
Playing ukulele by ear with Jim D'Ville: Allegheny Ukulele Soiree Special
May 7th, 2018
Here is part one of a special series I’m doing on the Allegheny Ukulele Soiree. I was invited to attend and had a wonderful time at this festival in …
Jake Shimabukuro in Fairfield, CT
May 1st, 2018
I’m so excited to share today’s episode with you! I was able to sit down with Jake Shimabukuro for an interview last month when he came through Fairfield, CT for a concert.
Jake’s website can be found
Looking for inspiration
April 9th, 2018
This episode I’m sharing a few of my favorite ukulele players to give you some inspiration. They all have a big presence on …
Getting better all the time
March 2nd, 2018
I’m back with another episode about practice and other ways to improve as a musician! I talk about listening to a diverse …
Talking with Jim Beloff
January 30th, 2018
This month I was honored with a chance to interview Jim Beloff. The background music for this episode is Jim’s own ukulele concerto “Uke …
Primer on Practice
December 9th, 2017
Hey everyone!
It’s been a long time, but I’m back. This time I’m talking about practice, teaching, great new ukes, and some ideas for musicians to check out.
Here‘s an article/video about effective …
Episode 2 with James Hill!
September 18th, 2017
Back in July I got a chance to sit down with James Hill and talk to him about the ukulele.
We talked about teaching our own kids the uke, …
First episode!
August 6th, 2017
Here’s the first episode of my ukulele podcast!
It’s mostly just me rambling on about the ukulele. I introduce myself and cover a few …
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