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Ben Hassenger @ukuleleben.bsky.social · Jun 10

Harmonica, ukulele, baritone uke, bass: Midwest Uke & Harmonica Camp has it all! Find out more and register at midwestukecamp.com #ukulelecamp #ukulele #harmonica

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Ben Hassenger @ukuleleben.bsky.social · May 31

More info and registration at: midwestukecamp.com

Ben Hassenger @ukuleleben.bsky.social · May 31

We are happy to have the Rev. Robert Jones joining our instructional staff for this year's camp, teaching both ukulele and harmonica. One of the workshops he'll be presenting is "The Music of Washington Phillips", here's a little preview of that. youtu.be/4sDBQPs1Hxo?... #ukulele #ukefest #blues

What are They Doing in Heaven Today by Robert B. Jones

YouTube video by The Apple Seed

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Ben Hassenger @ukuleleben.bsky.social · May 21

The latest from Ben Hassenger Music and the Great Uke State of Michigan! mailchi.mp/7ebf29f0bb44... #ukulele #ukulelefestival

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Ben Hassenger @ukuleleben.bsky.social · May 16

This is the complete schedule for the upcoming Ashokan Ukulele Weekend. It's going to be another wonderful time in the beautiful natural setting of The Ashokan Center and we still have a bit more room for you to attend; register at: ashokancenter.org/product/ukul... #ukuleleworkshops #ukulele

Ben Hassenger @ukuleleben.bsky.social · May 15

midwestukecamp.com
#ukulele #ukulelefestival #harmonica #geraldross #viggy #robertjones #amykucharik #andywilson #kellejolly #marnieward #michaelaugus #nealchin #sallycarter #sandyweltman

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Ben Hassenger @ukuleleben.bsky.social · May 15

There's still room for you at Ashokan Ukulele Weekend! Workshops, Uke Revue instructor concert, Camper Cabaret, and more all in the beautiful natural setting of the Ashokan Center. May 23 - 26. api.neonemails.com/emails/conte... #ukulelefestival

Join us for a joyful, music-filled retreat in the woods! This all-levels weekend features inspiring workshops, nightly jams, open mic, woodland walks, and good vibes all around.

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Ben Hassenger @ukuleleben.bsky.social · May 8

"Is Mighty Uke Day here yet, Maddie?" "Soon, my little brother Tuxi, soon . . . " Mighty Uke Day begins tomorrow! mightyukeday.com #mightyukeday #ukulele #ukulelefestival #ukuleleworkshops

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Ben Hassenger @ukuleleben.bsky.social · May 3

The latest from the Great Uke State of Michigan! mailchi.mp/2437ab3a3d43... #ukulele #ukulelefestival #mightyukeday #ashokanukulele #midwestukecamp

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Ben Hassenger @ukuleleben.bsky.social · Apr 30

We are so very happy to have Ray Cygrymus joining us at #MightyUkeDay this year! Check out this interview with Ben and Ray to learn more about this dynamic teaching artist youtu.be/1DvJfQ7KvB8 #ukulele #ukulelefestival

Interview with Ray Cygrymus - MUD 15 Teaching Artist

YouTube video by mightyukeday

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Ben Hassenger @ukuleleben.bsky.social · Apr 14

Mighty Uke Day 15 is just 25 days away! www.mightyukeday.com #ukulele #ukulelefestival #ukulenny #bryantolentino #danijoy #perrystauffer #nealchin #abbylyons #petemccarty

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Ben Hassenger @ukuleleben.bsky.social · Apr 14

Start your day out right with a cup of Normal Coffee; the official coffee of Mighty Uke Day!

Based in Detroit, Normal Coffee roasts in small batches and will be at Mighty Uke Day providing coffee and snacks, fueling the ukulele community all day Saturday. www.mightyukeday.com #ukulele #ukefestival

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Ben Hassenger @ukuleleben.bsky.social · Mar 22

Here's an interesting interview with the Rev. Robert Jones who will be teaching uke and harmonica at this year's Midwest Uke & Harmonica Camp 🙂 Take a listen to learn more about Robert youtu.be/mPwB0JbmblY and go to midwestukecamp.com to find out more and register for camp. #ukulele #harmonica

Interview with Robert Jones

YouTube video by Midwest Uke Camp

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Ben Hassenger @ukuleleben.bsky.social · Mar 19

The latest news about the Mighty Uke Day FUNdrasier and MUD Schedule, Ten Pound Fiddle Concerts and Dances 50th Anniversary, and ukulele workshops at Interlochen Center for the Arts from Ben Hassenger Music and the Great Uke State of Michigan! #ukulele #ukefestival mailchi.mp/c5d2f8d7c33e...

Hawaiian background with ukulele printed on it

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Ben Hassenger @ukuleleben.bsky.social · Mar 14

MEET ANDY AND SANDY! Otherwise known as Sandy and Andy, these two have been the backbone of our harmonica offerings at Midwest Uke & Harmonica Camp since Day One. youtu.be/RXAs4FPu4O8 midwestukecamp #harmonica #harmonicaworkshops #ukulele #ukulelefestivals

Interview with Sandy Weltman and Andy Wilson: 2025 Midwest Uke & Harmonica Camp Teaching Artists

YouTube video by Midwest Uke Camp

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Ben Hassenger @ukuleleben.bsky.social · Mar 14

We don't have a full 2025 schedule yet for either Mighty Uke Day or Midwest Uke Camp, but they will closely follow the ones from last year. The workshop offerings are posted for both on their respective websites.

Ben Hassenger @ukuleleben.bsky.social · Mar 14

Ukulenny is coming back to Mighty Uke Day; hooray! youtu.be/i7O2MQkd4Rg More info and registration at: mightyukeday.com #ukulele #ukulelefestivals #mightyukeday #ukulenny

Interview with Ukulenny: Mighty Uke Day 15 teaching artist

YouTube video by mightyukeday

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Ben Hassenger @ukuleleben.bsky.social · Mar 4

#truenorthstrongandfree

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Ben Hassenger @ukuleleben.bsky.social · Mar 4

Working on them all.

Ben Hassenger @ukuleleben.bsky.social · Feb 28

My advice to Zelenskyy; don’t sign anything with these two - they are not to be trusted and will stab you in the back the first chance they get. www.cnbc.com/2025/02/28/t...

Full Video: Trump-Zelenskyy Oval Office meeting explodes into a shouting match

President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance argued with Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, with Vance accusing Zelenskyy of disrespect.

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Ben Hassenger @ukuleleben.bsky.social · Feb 22

MEET DANI JOY & PERRY STAUFFER!
Ben talks with Dani & Perry about their various festivals and online music education activities along with the workshops they will be offering at Mighty Uke Day 15. youtu.be/QawFf7SB4HM #ukefestival #ukulele #mightyukeday #danijoy #starlightukes