Sponsors

Kala has been a partner of the New York Uke Fest for several years now. There commitment to the highest quality instruments and materials leads us to recommend them without reservation. They keep in close touch with the ukulele community and are always seeking ways to spread the ukulele message. Their recent development of the Ukulele Circle format for dealers and others to use helps to welcome many new players into the fold. We are proud to be connected with Kala and look forward to another great year of cooperation.

 

KOALOHA-Once again Pat and Alvin are supporting our Festival with their unique Aloha spirit and fine instruments. Even though they are busy opening a new factory in Thailand, they took the time to wish us well and arrange for a meaningful connection. Even in difficult times, their true nature is generous and warm. Thanks to them and the entire Koaloha family.

 

 

 

Kamaka- Chris Kamaka was set to join us this year, but circumstances in Hawaii prevented it from happening. They send their regrets and promise to make the trek next year. We look forward to getting Kamaka back to the Fest. Meanwhile, they are sending a consolation package to us, which includes a Kamaka baritone!

 

Brooklyn Brewery-Once again, BB will be with us. The Sunday luau is always better with their libations!

 

Mainland Ukes  couldn’t make it this year as a vendor, but they sent us a beautiful uke to show and put into worthy hands. We will do our best!

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Talking Story 8

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We want you to play ukulele! We are doing everything we can think of to make this happen! Are you as good as Jake or Sebastien Dufour? If so. we want to invite you to play on our stage as soon as possible. Or if you are an intermediate player, come and show us what you have been developing lately to hone your skill. A beginner? Come join us. We have some great teachers like Jim Beloff or Victoria Vox, who have introduced many people to the joy of ukulele. It is now your turn. Welcome!

 We have generous sponsors, so we have added complimentary refreshments to ourThursday movie night! This includes beer, wine, soda, water with chips, nuts and pretzels and cheese. The location of the film is going to be in the Ceremonial Hall on the 4th Floor of Ethical Culture. It is a fabulous room with lots of atmosphere and an outdoor terrace. I would like to reiterate what you have already heard, that this is a fabulous and seminal film that was made in 1926 by a pioneering woman film maker, who created an animation technique that still delights. Small World Project has written an original soundtrack for this film and will perform it in its entirety to accompany the film! Small World Project hails from Montreal and they are exceptional musicians and old friends of the New York Uke Fest. You will not be disappointed with this opening night of the 2013 Uke Fest!

We continue to add to the lineup and adjust the schedule. Please stay tuned for the latest information. On Saturday night, Andy Wang and Kris Kato will perform a set together. You might have caught Andy a couple of weeks ago at Highline, when he opened for Hapa. A noted slack key guitarist, who also play very competent uke, as you will se at the Fest. We have also adjusted the “workshop” schedule to make better use of time and talent. We are moving Roy Sakuma’s workshop to the 3:30PM-5:30PM slot will follow immediately with a Meet and Greet with Raiatea from 5:30-6:30PM.

 A word about tickets: your Paypal receipt is all you have until the day of the event. Upon your arrival, we will give you a lanyard and pouch with your particular ticket. These have become favorite souvenirs! See you in a couple of weeks.

Ken