The ukulele’s story is a rich and fascinating journey that spans continents, cultures, and generations. Originating in the late 19th century, the instrument traces its roots to the machete de braga, a small stringed instrument brought to Hawai‘i by Portuguese immigrants from Madeira. Local Hawaiian musicians quickly embraced and adapted the machete, reshaping its design, tuning, and p... https://ukulele-history.com/