From its birthplace in Portugal to its famous Hawaiian home the jumping flea has left its mark on popular music and pop culture worldwide. This book traces the uke's evolution with colorful whimsy. Readers will meet some of the world's greatest ukulele players through profiles photos and a list of recordings. Splendid color photos show more than 100 of the finest and most unique ukes and vintage catalog illustrations fanciful sheet music covers and witty ads that capture the craze of the 1920s and '30s.
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From its birthplace in Portugal to its famous Hawaiian home the jumping flea has left its mark on popular music and pop culture worldwide. This book traces the uke's evolution with colorful whimsy. Readers will meet some of the world's greatest ukulele players through profiles photos and a list of recordings. Splendid color photos show more than 100 of the finest and most unique ukes and vintage catalog illustrations fanciful sheet music covers and witty ads that capture the craze of the 1920s and '30s.
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No highlighting markings or writing. Pages and cover clean and intact. Used book in very good conditions. Minor cosmetic defects may be present. May include library marks.
