| Details: | Though many still have trouble pronouncing his last name and the instrument he plays, Jake Shimabukuro (she-ma-BOOkoo-row) is becoming recognized as one of the world’s top ukulele (oo-koo-LAY-lay) musicians. Renowned for lightning-fast fingers and revolutionary playing techniques, Jake views the ukulele as an “untapped source of music with unlimited potential.” His virtuosity defies label or category. Playing jazz, blues, funk, classical, bluegrass, folk, flamenco, and rock, Jake’s mission is to show everyone that the ukulele is capable of so much more than only the traditional Hawaiian music with which many associate it.
Experimenting with various guitar effect pedals allows Jake to create sounds never thought possible on the tiny four-string, two-octave instrument. A true showman, his live performances captivate audiences with intricate strumming and plucking, electrifying, high-energy grooves and smooth, melodic ballads evoking heartfelt emotion.
Recognized as a virtuoso not only by his audience, but also by fellow musicians as well, Jake has performed with and/or opened for Diana Krall, Fiona Apple, Bobby McFerrin, John Hiatt, Victor Wooten, Chris Thile, Keller Williams, Jamie Cullum and Les Paul.
Video - The best Jake video clips are on Jake's website CLICK HERE. Don't miss Let's Dance Live and Me and Shirley T.
Loge: $32
Orchestra: $29
Center Balcony: $26
Side Balcony: $23
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