Live on BBC Radio 5 Live

I had the privilege of being invited in to be Matt Chorley‘s ukulele instructor on BBC Radio 5 Live. Here he is, already sounding like a pro… I have been blown away by the kind messages about my recent appearance on BBC Radio 5 Live with Matt Chorley. It was great to hear so many […]

Ukulele Cruise Announcement

Is it too hot for your liking at the moment? Why not join us in Norway for my first ever UKULELE CRUISE?! I am beyond excited to announce that I will be the resident instructor aboard the Fred. Olsen Cruises ship Borealis for 2 weeks, delivering beginner and intermediate ukulele classes whilst we sail through […]

DVD/ USB ORDER – UKULELE ONLINE

You can now order our DVDs & USBs online here! Browse our selection of courses and select Buy Now to choose your physical media of choice. Fees include postage Formby Fundamentals £40 Get to grips with a unique and rewarding style of ukulele playing… SUPER! Ukulele £36 Bridge the gap between beginner and intermediate… George’s […]

Last chance to vote!

Hey folks, it’s your last chance to vote in the 2025 Ukies awards, in which I have been nominated as Best UK Ukulele Player. All you have to do is fill out the form, which should only take a minute. I would be very grateful for your support! Closes 19th December!

Nominated for Best UK Ukulele Player Award

I’ve been nominated for Best UK Ukulele Player at the annual ‘Ukies’ awards! I have NO idea how that happened, but I am so flattered just to have been nominated by so enough of the public to have made it this far!! It’s just a bit of fun, but would really appreciate a vote please! […]

Black Friday Sale: Ukulele Online Courses

Stop press! News just in…all of my Ukulele Online courses are currently on sale for Black Friday. Enjoy some juicy discounts whilst diving into your favourite topics in depth. Always wanted to learn the George Formby style? Fancy having a go at some ukulele jazz? Or do you want a course that guides you through […]

Going NUTS! – last public gig of 2025

I am delighted to be the special guest at the Newbury Ukulele Town Strummers (aka NUTS!) on Saturday 8th November. I’ll be delivering a fun workshop where everybody can join in, before a performance later on. There’s some food included in the ticket price, and a big strum-along at the end too! The event is […]

New weekly ukulele class in Aldershot

I am delighted to announce that I’ll be running a weekly Improvers’ Ukulele Class at the West End Centre in Aldershot. Perfect for anybody looking to break out of the same old chords and strumming patterns, we’ll learn new songs in loads of fun and exciting new ways! Mondays 6:30-8pm Read more and sign up […]

SUPER! Ukulele is here

Check out the Trailer: Been playing ukulele for a while and found that you’re not really progressing anywhere? Find yourself repeatedly playing the same old chords with the same old strumming pattern? Then maybe it’s time to for your next ukulele challenge… Get started today! Most beginner’s material can only take you so far, but […]

Canal Cruise, 19th July 2025

It’s not long to go until my cruise along the Basingstoke Canal this Saturday 19th July! Join us for a relaxing boat trip with an evening full of music, laughs, fish & chips and beautiful views. To book, please visit: https://basingstoke-canal.org.uk/events/happiness-with-matthew-q-and-ukulele-theme-john-pinkerton-5j19l3/ Or, contact the company directly using the address jpbookings@basingstoke-canal.org.uk