Thanks, UkuleleHan! Many tourists stop by to see Chinaman's Hat island, but sometimes you can find an isolated spot to do a nice outdoor video by the see. I did another take with beautiful mountains in the background that you can see from this beach park, but I liked the "ocean" take better. I recommend a visit to Kualoa Beach Park on Oahu if you're ever in the area.
Your music is from your heart and mind and brings healing I've listened to you the whole night through, never stop singing and sharing the way you do. Mahalo
I've been there!! I kayaked in those waters. I grew up listening to Don Ho and always loved Hawaiian music, even though I am from a desert on the Mainland. Mahalo, aloha, Ua mau ke ea o ka aina i ka pono
Thanks, Laura! Wish we could meet up and do a ukulele video together, but alas, I'm leaving on Friday. I just came back for a quick visit since I won't be able to come this summer. Took my mom to Maui. We enjoyed driving on the road to Hana.
I have been trying to learn Ku'u Home O Kahlu'u, and I just discovered your video. It's great as are all of your videos. I like your strumming pattern and have been unsuccessfully trying to duplicate it. I would appreciate any guidance you might be able to provide.
Thanks, Brent! When I started playing the ukulele, I primarily used my index finger for strumming, but at some point, I began to experiment with incorporating my thumb, sometimes to pick individual strings (sounds good with a low-G set-up) and sometimes to strum lightly. Essentially in this video, I'm making two light strums (d-d) with the thumb, followed by two strums (u-d) with my index finger. A key point is that the second strum of either finger falls on the downbeat. In other words, if you count along as you strum, like "and one and two and one and two," the second strum of either finger occurs as you say the numbers." I don't know how unique this strumming pattern is or how hard it is to learn (for me, it just sort of evolved), but some ukulele friends have called it the "keonepax strum." 😁 I've made a tutorial about how I use this strumming pattern to pick individual strings in one of my Ukechat videos: th-cam.com/video/2QlLHggsbfc/w-d-xo.html By the way, I think a basic d-d-u-u-d-u pattern would work well with this song. This is a great song, so enjoy working on it! 😀
@@paxukulele Mahalo nui loa. I watched your tutorial, and I think I have the pattern. Now I just have to practice, practice, practice. This song has special meaning for me as I lived on the north shore of Oahu for five years. I regularly drove past Kualoa Park and Chinaman's Hat.
@@brentwilson5024 Whenever I return to Hawaii for a visit, I usually go for a drive on the North Shore with a stop at Kualoa Park, definitely a must-visit spot for me. 😀
Beautiful John! Are you there on the island now? I am planning to be there soon. Would love to meet up. Will send you a note on FB. This is one of my fav songs and you did it so well. Thank you for sharing.
You really look like you're in a secluded place with just you and the ocean! I wouldn't have guessed there was so much going on around you. Thanks for another great video and I'll check out Diane's channel.
Thanks, Sandy! I don't think I'll have time to make a tutorial, but it's similar to the pick/strum technique I describe in this video: th-cam.com/video/2QlLHggsbfc/w-d-xo.html Instead of the "pick-pick" part, I do two quick downward strums using the thumb on the first two strings... sort of two mini-strums... followed by the up and down strums using the forefinger. Picking and "mini-strumming" can really help to make the strumming rhythm more interesting.
Thanks, imglower! The ukulele I usually use in most of my videos is my Kanilea "Soundmonster" tenor, but I was in Hawaii at this time and used my Ceniza tenor uke that I used to keep at my mother's house. Sorry, I don't remember what kind of strings I was using at that time, I just know it was low-G and a wound metal C string.
I was looking for more songs from my childhood to learn on the 'ukulele and there you are again! The house I grew up in is on the opposite side of the bay, behind Chinaman's Hat, even better. Thanks for posting these.
great job friend,lovely song,also loved the sound of the waves breaking in the background.Yes having a wet okole is uncomfortable. Keep up the good work,friend.
Hi, Erica. My strumming pattern for this song is like this -- two downward strums with the thumb, followed by an up and down with the forefinger. Note that the second downward strum with the thumb falls on the first and third downbeats.
Thanks, Michael! When it started raining and we still hadn't gotten a good take, I was worried that we might not be able to get it done. But the rain stopped after a while as it usually does in Hawaii, and we gave it another go. I had to sit on my slippers so that my okole wouldn't get wet!
Thanks, Maile! At my age, it's getting harder to remember lyrics, while not trying to screw up the chords and singing! Plus there was the distraction of tourists coming and going and other things. But I like a challenge!
+MR. TROY Two downward strums with the thumb, followed by an up and down with the forefinger. Note that the second downward strum with the thumb falls on the first and third downbeats.
Thank you so much! I first heard this over 25 years ago on a cruise between the islands. God Bless you!
Thanks, Tom! God bless you, too! : )
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Beautiful mele and scenery. 💖💖💖
Thanks, Mrs. M! Happy New Year! : )
super nice bruddah...brings back many memories...
Mahalo, Tim! : )
Mahalo, Ahnko! The closest I got to the island was on an outrigger canoe during my summer fun senior leader days.
Hi John
What a really nice song. never heard it before. lovely rendition.
Super song and video, John. I'm so looking forward to coming back to Hawaii.
Your perseverance paid off, John. Beautiful video and performance.
Thanks, UkuleleHan! Many tourists stop by to see Chinaman's Hat island, but sometimes you can find an isolated spot to do a nice outdoor video by the see. I did another take with beautiful mountains in the background that you can see from this beach park, but I liked the "ocean" take better. I recommend a visit to Kualoa Beach Park on Oahu if you're ever in the area.
Great song and backdrop! This was the perfect location for your song.
Mahalo!
Your music is from your heart and mind and brings healing I've listened to you the whole night through, never stop singing and sharing the way you do. Mahalo
+connie depper Mahalo, Connie! I really appreciate it! Hope you're having a great weekend! : )
Thanks, Brian!
beautiful ambience, wonderful video, John!!
Thanks, Helen!
I totally agree!
Thanks, Steve!
I've been there!! I kayaked in those waters.
I grew up listening to Don Ho and always loved Hawaiian music, even though I am from a desert on the Mainland.
Mahalo, aloha,
Ua mau ke ea o ka aina i ka pono
Thanks, Mr. Woodcutter!
Mahalo, Sam!
I always enjoy these outdoor videos in Hawaii. Chinaman's Hat right?
Thanks, Laura! Wish we could meet up and do a ukulele video together, but alas, I'm leaving on Friday. I just came back for a quick visit since I won't be able to come this summer. Took my mom to Maui. We enjoyed driving on the road to Hana.
I have been trying to learn Ku'u Home O Kahlu'u, and I just discovered your video. It's great as are all of your videos. I like your strumming pattern and have been unsuccessfully trying to duplicate it. I would appreciate any guidance you might be able to provide.
Thanks, Brent! When I started playing the ukulele, I primarily used my index finger for strumming, but at some point, I began to experiment with incorporating my thumb, sometimes to pick individual strings (sounds good with a low-G set-up) and sometimes to strum lightly. Essentially in this video, I'm making two light strums (d-d) with the thumb, followed by two strums (u-d) with my index finger. A key point is that the second strum of either finger falls on the downbeat. In other words, if you count along as you strum, like "and one and two and one and two," the second strum of either finger occurs as you say the numbers." I don't know how unique this strumming pattern is or how hard it is to learn (for me, it just sort of evolved), but some ukulele friends have called it the "keonepax strum." 😁
I've made a tutorial about how I use this strumming pattern to pick individual strings in one of my Ukechat videos: th-cam.com/video/2QlLHggsbfc/w-d-xo.html
By the way, I think a basic d-d-u-u-d-u pattern would work well with this song. This is a great song, so enjoy working on it! 😀
@@paxukulele Mahalo nui loa. I watched your tutorial, and I think I have the pattern. Now I just have to practice, practice, practice.
This song has special meaning for me as I lived on the north shore of Oahu for five years. I regularly drove past Kualoa Park and Chinaman's Hat.
@@brentwilson5024 Whenever I return to Hawaii for a visit, I usually go for a drive on the North Shore with a stop at Kualoa Park, definitely a must-visit spot for me. 😀
Hey look! Mokoli'i! Love this video! Awesome!
Would love to hear you sing Our House will keep searching.
+connie depper Great suggestion! I love that song. Maybe someday I'll give it a try!
Thanks, Marianne! :)
I am happy with your wonderful cover and natural video. Sounds of nature are matching the melody. Thank you.
Best regards from Moscow/Russia,
Thanks, Jim! : )
Beautiful John! I have always wanted to cover this song and you have given me the inspiration and direction. Thank you so much!!!
Nice one John, I like the sound of braking waves in the background like an 'un-paid backing Band'LOLOLO.
Nice John, one of my favorites! We all have a sentimental longing for our "hana butta" days in Hawaii...
MAHALO!!! THERE'S NO PLACE'S LIKE HOME SWEET HOME!!! HAWAIIAN SOUL LOVE!!!
Really nice video John!
Thanks, Gofel! : )
Beautiful John! Are you there on the island now? I am planning to be there soon. Would love to meet up. Will send you a note on FB. This is one of my fav songs and you did it so well. Thank you for sharing.
Thanks! : )
Hello!!!Very nice!
+Reina N Thanks, Reina! : )
Thanks, Dylan! Yes, go to the beach and play ukulele!
wow, what a beautiful place!!! Where it is? I love your voice and sounds, a hug from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil!
Thanks, Alex! Aloha! You can find this place in Hawaii on the island of Oahu. It's located at Kualoa Regional Park.
nice cover...............
Thanks, Edwin! : )
I grew up in Hawaii.......I love Hawaii so much.......Kalapana was great and C&K too............
Totally agree! Country Comfort and Olomana were great, too!
Well done!
You really look like you're in a secluded place with just you and the ocean! I wouldn't have guessed there was so much going on around you. Thanks for another great video and I'll check out Diane's channel.
I enjoyed listening to you play... :) Love the sound of the waves!
Nice one john
Beautiful...:) I wish I were there. I love Hawaii.
Can you do a tutorial on the Strumming pattern you're using in this? It sounds absolutely fantastic. 😊
Thanks, Sandy! I don't think I'll have time to make a tutorial, but it's similar to the pick/strum technique I describe in this video: th-cam.com/video/2QlLHggsbfc/w-d-xo.html
Instead of the "pick-pick" part, I do two quick downward strums using the thumb on the first two strings... sort of two mini-strums... followed by the up and down strums using the forefinger. Picking and "mini-strumming" can really help to make the strumming rhythm more interesting.
Thanks, Russ! Yes, Chinaman's Hat, or as the Hawaiians named it, Mokoli'i.
Your Hawaiian is good! I've paddled out there with kids on an outrigger one summer long ago. Good memories of a summer camp!
Thanks, Beeze! When I got home, I still had sand stuck on my leg!
Thanks, Joanie! I really appreciate it!
Amazing! Can I ask what kind of wood and strings you use?
Thanks, imglower! The ukulele I usually use in most of my videos is my Kanilea "Soundmonster" tenor, but I was in Hawaii at this time and used my Ceniza tenor uke that I used to keep at my mother's house. Sorry, I don't remember what kind of strings I was using at that time, I just know it was low-G and a wound metal C string.
I was looking for more songs from my childhood to learn on the 'ukulele and there you are again! The house I grew up in is on the opposite side of the bay, behind Chinaman's Hat, even better. Thanks for posting these.
Thank you, Dedstar! Spasibo!
Thanks, Stu! It's a much-beloved song in Hawaii. The lyrics are brilliant and universal, I think...
Yes!And I sent an emaill:)
+Reina N Thanks, Reina! I got it! : )
Thank you! I really appreciate it!
So Lovely John!!! :) LOVE the ocean in the background! Thanks for posting the chords!! :) Definitely going into the favorites!!
Mahalo, George! I love driving around that side of the island!
You are so cool !!!!!!!!
Please give me plus point.
Thanks, Haruka! Okay, will do! : )
Thanks, Toku! Yes, many good memories from "small kid time."
great job friend,lovely song,also loved the sound of the waves breaking in the background.Yes having a wet okole is uncomfortable. Keep up the good work,friend.
Thanks, Melissa! : )
Thanks, Michael! I need trips to Hawaii to recharge my batteries!
Hi is there any way of getting the strumming pattern for this?
Hi, Erica. My strumming pattern for this song is like this -- two downward strums with the thumb, followed by an up and down with the forefinger. Note that the second downward strum with the thumb falls on the first and third downbeats.
@@paxukulele thank you so so much - I adore the way you play this beautiful song. Love from Ireland!
@@ericaduffy1879 Thanks, Erica! Have a great day! :)
Thanks, Michael! When it started raining and we still hadn't gotten a good take, I was worried that we might not be able to get it done. But the rain stopped after a while as it usually does in Hawaii, and we gave it another go. I had to sit on my slippers so that my okole wouldn't get wet!
I think the setting was just perfect, John! ;D Loving the sound of your play and voice plus the sound of the waves! ;D
Thanks, Anette! I like to record songs with beautiful backgrounds!
Thanks, Maile! At my age, it's getting harder to remember lyrics, while not trying to screw up the chords and singing! Plus there was the distraction of tourists coming and going and other things. But I like a challenge!
What strum pattern are you using ??
+MR. TROY Two downward strums with the thumb, followed by an up and down with the forefinger. Note that the second downward strum with the thumb falls on the first and third downbeats.
Thanks, Kathy! Next time I want to record something with a beautiful sunset in the background, but we'd have to record the song in one or two takes!
Thanks, Lea! This one was a challenge to make but I'm glad we got it done. I love this song!
If we're ever there at the same time, I'd love to take you sightseeing!
Nahi Nahi !!
Thanks, Ron! Besides the gentle waves, there are some birds singing along! Couldn't ask for better back up!
Thanks, Laura! This really is a wonderful song! Will you do it while you're in Hawaii?
And they work for chicken feed!!!
Thanks, Rosy!