The History and Popularity of the Ukulele

The video, presented by Pete from Modulation Music Lessons, explores the history and cultural significance of the ukulele. Originating from a Portuguese instrument called the cavaquinho, the ukulele was introduced to Hawaii in 1879, where it gained popularity due to King Kalakaua's efforts. It reached America in 1915, becoming a staple in vaudeville and sparking a Hawaiian music craze. Although its popularity waned in the 1960s, the ukulele experienced a resurgence in the 1990s, thanks to artists like Jake Shimabukuro. The video concludes with a call to action for viewers to engage with the content.

What year did the SS Ravenscrag arrive in Hawaii, bringing the instrument that would become the ukulele?

• 1909

• 1899

• 1889

• 1879

What was the original Portuguese instrument that influenced the creation of the ukulele?

• Guitar

• Cavaquinho

• Banjo

• Mandolin

Who was the Hawaiian monarch that promoted the ukulele to boost interest in Native Hawaiian culture?

• Prince Kuhio

• Queen Liliuokalani

• King Kalakaua

• King Kamehameha

In what year did the ukulele make its debut in America?

• 1905

• 1910

• 1915

• 1920

Which event in San Francisco helped popularize the ukulele in America?

• California State Fair

• World's Fair

• Panama Pacific International Expo

• Golden Gate Expo

Which city became a hub for ukulele performances in vaudeville shows?

• Boston

• New York City

• Chicago

• Los Angeles

During which decade did the ukulele start to lose its popularity?

• 1980s

• 1970s

• 1960s

• 1950s

Which artist's covers of 'Over the Rainbow' and 'What a Wonderful World' helped revive the ukulele's popularity in the 1990s?

• Israel Kamakawiwo'ole

• Eddie Kamae

• Jake Shimabukuro

• Herb Ohta

Which modern artist is known for helping to bring the ukulele back into the mainstream?

• Bruno Mars

• Jason Mraz

• Jake Shimabukuro

• Jack Johnson

What does the name 'ukulele' roughly translate to in English?

• Hawaiian Banjo

• Little Guitar

• Tiny Instrument

• Jumping Flea