Two times a year the Department of Education offers ukulele Adult courses. People of all walks of life and ages come to join the wonderful world of ukulele. It is at Kaua'i Community College where Kumu Cherylyne Inouye shares her knowledge with the commuity. At this time we would like to highlight some of the ukulele newcomers.
Nelia Melchor
Nelia Melchor is pure Filipino and was born in the Philippines. She has been living on Kaua'i for 19 years. Nelia's first experience with the ukulele was at Kapa'a High School. She had always wanted to play and she loved the sound of the ukulele. When Nelia hears someone playing she feels like singing, playing, and dancing herself. Nelia's advice to all beginners is to practice and feel the music in your heart.
David Rovinsky
With a Russian background and now living in Hawai'i for a year, David Rovinsky figured this was his opportunity to learn to play the ukulele. To him, the ukulele has different effects on different people. But to him, when hearing the ukulele being played it reminds him to be happy and not take take things too seriously. His advice to everyone is to enjoy playing the ukulele is to play loud and strong and have fun.
Christine Marines
Christine Marines was born on Lihue, Kaua'i. She is Filipino and has been living on Kaua'i for 25 years. This is her first year playing the ukulele. She started playing because she and her friends wanted to learn. They hope some day to make a group called the "Bento Box" which is a group that has different ethnic groups. She is proud to play the ukulele. It makes her feel more Hawaiian. She says, "you should Practice! Practice! Practice! Its fun!"
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