Ron Yapo and Ukes
I picked up my 1st ukulele in late 2002. Never dreamed that I would be playing that funny little instrument.But after my 1st cheapo, I couldn't believe the sound. My 1st 2 ukuleles ended up breaking at the bridge. The music store told me I was the blame by over tuning the strings and wouldn't sell me no more string equipment. Hmmm after 30 years of playing guitars I can't tune a stringed instrument? Needless to say, I have 6 ukuleles and wow, playing them like crazy G man!!! Many fine thanks to the Good People at the Luis Oasis Senior Center in Orcutt. It brings back memories of when I was a young boy listening to music from way back when. Ben Tromp had recruited me back in October of 2003. Ben had many a confidence in me and believed that he could bring together a great ukulele group and MAN, what a job he has done. I totally admire these fine new musicians that have come together. Now Tom Dutart has taken the roll of teacher and is leading this group to a new frontier. I can't wait to play in front of the thousands that will one day hear us as a group. Okay, my influences are George Harrison, Israel Kamakawiwo'ole, and Jake Shimabukuro.
Picture of me and
"Jake Shimabukuro".
Some of my recordings.
To copy a song to your pc, just right click on the song link, then click "Save Target As" then you could place it anywhere on your computer.
Somewhere Over The Rainbow - IZ Version
The Man Who Loves Women - Tom Petty Version
Feliz Navidad - Jose Feliciano Version
Little Drummer Boy - Traditional
Something - George Harrison Version
I'll See You In My Dreams - Joe Brown Version
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Ukulele Ron on Myspace, check out the videos
You can reach me by e-mail at:
rdyapo@verizon.net