Mahalo nui for your support!
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Mahalo nui for your support! 〰️〰️〰️〰️
Our livestream Fundraiser was a huge success thanks to YOU!
Mahalo to everyone who tuned in for our Livestream Workshop Day. The great news is that it was recorded and the recording is now available! Please share this event with friends and family and help us spread the joy of learning music with others. Materials can still be purchased and all purchases and donations go toward our 2027 Programming including, ‘Ukulele Club of Hawai‘i, the Four Strings Concert Series, E Ho‘okani Pila (pilot Elementary School ‘ukulele program), and ‘Ukulele Summit.
Workshop Materials are now available for purchase!
Remember, watching the livestream its 100% free, but if you would like to have the Workshop Materials in your hands, please help support our nonprofit by purchasing the downloadable PDF.
Though all workshop materials will be shown on screen, if you’d like your own copy and to support our 2027 programming, please consider purchasing a downloadable packet. This download includes:
All workshop materials for each class
Schedule & livestream/recording link
A special Mahalo from our Board of Directors for your support
Once you have made your purchase, a link will be sent to the e-mail address you have provided for your download.
YOU WILL HAVE 24 HOURS TO DOWNLOAD THE LINK BEFORE IT EXPIRES.
If you do not download the PDF in time, please e-mail us at: info@fourstringsatatime.org
2026 Instructors
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Herb Ohta Jr.
Instructor
Laupāhoehoe Hula Chord Melody
Herb will take you through his arrangement of the song “Laupāhoehoe Hula”, also known as “Boy From Laupāhoehoe”. This classic song is arranged for Low G. -
Cory Mau
Instructor
Beginning Chord Melody
Join Cory for a beginner-friendly introduction to playing chords and melody at the same time. Perfect for newcomers and anyone who has felt intimidated to try Chord Melody. -
Sarah Maisel
Instructor
Chord Substitutions
In this workshop, Sarah will teach simple chord substitutions designed to expand your musical toolbox and enhance your sound during a jam. -
Lina Girl
MC & Instructor
Speak - Sing - Strum
In Lina’s workshop, she will guide you through key Hawaiian words and phrases commonly found in popular songs. Gain confidence in your ‘Ōlelo Hawaiʻi pronunciation, and bring your ʻukulele to play along! -
Craig Chee
Instructor
Quick Tips & Tricks
In between classes, Craig will share valuable techniques to elevate your playing. From mastering barre chords to practicing hammer-ons and pull-offs, you'll love picking up these fun and useful tips. -
Neal Chin
Instructor
Warm-Up
As a part of our pre-show, Neal will walk through some great warm-ups to get us ready for the long Workshop Day!
Mahalo to Andrew Kitakis of The ‘Ukulele Site for hosting an amazing instrument auction. The auction has now closed and we are grateful to every maker who made this auction possible. Mahalo to:
Kamaka ‘Ukulele
Kanile‘a ‘Ukulele & Guitars
KoAloha ‘Ukulele
Leolani ‘Ukulele
Moore Bettah ‘Ukulele
The ʻUkulele Site
All auction proceeds go directly toward supporting Four Strings at a Time's educational music programs and community outreach.
Mahalo to everyone for your donations. Please enjoy the sound samples of the beautiful instruments that were featured in the auction:
Online Instrument Auction Hosted by The ‘Ukulele Site
2025 Workshop Day:
Though all workshop materials will be shown on screen, if you’d like your own copy and to support our 2025/2026 programming, please consider purchasing a downloadable packet. This download includes:
All workshop materials for each class
Jam songs
Schedule & livestream/recording link
A special Mahalo from our Board of Directors for your support
Once you have made your purchase, a link will be sent to the e-mail address you have provided for your download.
YOU WILL HAVE 24 HOURS TO DOWNLOAD THE LINK BEFORE IT EXPIRES.
If you do not download the PDF in time, please e-mail us at: info@fourstringsatatime.org
2025 Instructors
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Jake Shimabukuro
Special Guest & Instructor
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Cory Mau
Instructor
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Craig Chee
Instructor
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Lina Girl
Instructor
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Neal Chin
Instructor
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Sarah Maisel
Instructor