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Join the Southeast Uke-2-Gether Event: A Ukulele Extravaganza!

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Join the Southeast Uke-2-Gether Event: A Ukulele Extravaganza! Date: October 21, 2023 Time: 12:00 PM Location: Frog Rock Brewery, 2764 Broad Street, Austell, GA Get ready for a musical extravaganza as we bring together some of the finest ukulele talents for a day of sun, fun, and fantastic music at the Southeast Uke-2-Gether event! Event Highlights: 🎶 Uke Group Performances: Enjoy mesmerizing performances by talented ukulele groups that get your toes tapping and your spirits soaring. Performing groups include the West GA Ukulele Ensemble & the GUM Strummers. 🎵 Strum Along/Jams: Bring your own ukulele or borrow one and strum along with fellow enthusiasts in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. 🎁 Giveaways: Win exciting prizes and ukulele-themed goodies in our fun-filled giveaways. Our Sponsors:  🌟 Ukulele Artist Performances : Experience the magic of renowned ukulele artists who will serenade you with melodic tunes. 🍻 Beer - Food Trucks - Vendors : Satisfy your taste buds wi

LaBella Ukulele Strings

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Variety in strings is a wonderful thing. Often times a fresh set of strings helps a ukulele come to life, especially when they are quality strings. LaBella has been making ukulele strings for a while but has honed their skill improving and making some wonderful sets. Their Uke Pro Series line is a notable offering. They tend to add warmth and clarity to many ukuleles. The strings are rectified nylon giving consistent quality and tonal clarity. This isn't an inexpensive process as the strings are ground to give a precise diameter. The process also gives a little texture to the strings and a cloudy appearance. The texture gives your fingers a little grip when playing and reminds us of real gut string texture. This process is done on LaBella's well-respected Argento classical strings as well. LaBella has quite a pedigree. The company has roots that date back to Italy in the 17th century. Established in the 1640s in Salle, the Mari family became the suppliers of violin strings to