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Posts by Tobe Richards

link to Ukulele String Frequently Asked Questions: Materials, Names and Tunings

Ukulele String Frequently Asked Questions: Materials, Names and Tunings

When it comes to uke strings, no matter what level of experience you are at with them, there is always something new to learn. Here are some questions I get a lot - asked by both beginners and...

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link to How to Restring and Tie Ukulele Strings + Which Knots to Use

How to Restring and Tie Ukulele Strings + Which Knots to Use

Much like a child learning how to tie their shoelaces for the first time, re-stringing an instrument like a ukulele or guitar can be a daunting prospect at first. Before you make a beeline to...

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link to 11 Ways to Stop Your Fingers Hurting When Playing Ukulele

11 Ways to Stop Your Fingers Hurting When Playing Ukulele

When you begin learning any fretted instrument, it's highly likely you'll encounter issues involving fingertip discomfort or fall victim to the odd blister or two. I'm going to offer a few...

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link to Concert Ukulele Tuning: Standard, DGBE and more

Concert Ukulele Tuning: Standard, DGBE and more

The following blog is largely concerned with the concert ukulele and the most suitable tunings for its scale length. I'll also be covering my observations on, albeit briefly, regarding other...

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link to The Best Ukulele Capos (Including Baritone and Soprano)

The Best Ukulele Capos (Including Baritone and Soprano)

Following on from my previous article on ukulele capos, I thought it would be beneficial if I put on my reviewer's hat to point you in the right direction regarding some of my favored models of capo....

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link to How Hard or Easy is it to Learn to Play the Ukulele?

How Hard or Easy is it to Learn to Play the Ukulele?

Everybody will have a different experience when it comes to learning a new skill set. However, here I'll discuss aspects of learning that many new players have already gone through or are likely...

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About the Author

Tobe A. Richards is a musician and author of 40+ books on musical chord theory for fretted instruments. He started Fret Expert to share his knowledge about all things fretted, and as a way to help others from 40 years' experience in music, composition, harmony, and chord theory.

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