Wings Are Handy Things

Ralph Shaw's thoughtful and amusing approach equips you with what you really need to know to be a successful musical performer. This third collection taking flight from his Ukulele Entertainer newsletter is chock full of ideas and advice, including:

creating an onstage persona
staying focused in performance
how to play with feeling
reasons to teach ukulele
writing a parody or pastiche
pros and cons of equipment like capos, guitar pedals and loopers
the joy of whistling
how to choose a good ukulele
whether to go amplified or unamplified

Discover these tips plus incredible and inspirational tales from the mind of someone who finds music and performance in every aspect of daily living. With humour and invention, Ralph reveals the deep joy, opportunities for learning and occasional agonies that come with a musical life. Let his insights enrich your own playing and performing.