Ben Hassenger
@ukuleleben.bsky.social
Ukulele Ambassador of Michigan
Harmonica, ukulele, baritone uke, bass: Midwest Uke & Harmonica Camp has it all! Find out more and register at midwestukecamp.com #ukulelecamp #ukulele #harmonica
June 10, 2025 at 9:20 PM
Harmonica, ukulele, baritone uke, bass: Midwest Uke & Harmonica Camp has it all! Find out more and register at midwestukecamp.com #ukulelecamp #ukulele #harmonica
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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May 31, 2025 at 5:15 PM
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
The latest from Ben Hassenger Music and the Great Uke State of Michigan! mailchi.mp/7ebf29f0bb44... #ukulele #ukulelefestival
May 21, 2025 at 11:04 AM
The latest from Ben Hassenger Music and the Great Uke State of Michigan! mailchi.mp/7ebf29f0bb44... #ukulele #ukulelefestival
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
May 16, 2025 at 1:58 PM
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
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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May 15, 2025 at 6:19 PM
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
"Is Mighty Uke Day here yet, Maddie?" "Soon, my little brother Tuxi, soon . . . " Mighty Uke Day begins tomorrow! mightyukeday.com #mightyukeday #ukulele #ukulelefestival #ukuleleworkshops
May 8, 2025 at 10:37 AM
"Is Mighty Uke Day here yet, Maddie?" "Soon, my little brother Tuxi, soon . . . " Mighty Uke Day begins tomorrow! mightyukeday.com #mightyukeday #ukulele #ukulelefestival #ukuleleworkshops
The latest from the Great Uke State of Michigan! mailchi.mp/2437ab3a3d43... #ukulele #ukulelefestival #mightyukeday #ashokanukulele #midwestukecamp
May 3, 2025 at 4:34 PM
The latest from the Great Uke State of Michigan! mailchi.mp/2437ab3a3d43... #ukulele #ukulelefestival #mightyukeday #ashokanukulele #midwestukecamp
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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April 30, 2025 at 11:36 PM
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
Mighty Uke Day 15 is just 25 days away! www.mightyukeday.com #ukulele #ukulelefestival #ukulenny #bryantolentino #danijoy #perrystauffer #nealchin #abbylyons #petemccarty
April 14, 2025 at 1:08 PM
Mighty Uke Day 15 is just 25 days away! www.mightyukeday.com #ukulele #ukulelefestival #ukulenny #bryantolentino #danijoy #perrystauffer #nealchin #abbylyons #petemccarty
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
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
April 14, 2025 at 1:05 PM
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
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
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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March 22, 2025 at 7:53 PM
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
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...
March 19, 2025 at 12:35 PM
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...
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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March 14, 2025 at 2:57 PM
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
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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March 14, 2025 at 2:47 PM
Ukulenny is coming back to Mighty Uke Day; hooray! youtu.be/i7O2MQkd4Rg More info and registration at: mightyukeday.com #ukulele #ukulelefestivals #mightyukeday #ukulenny
March 4, 2025 at 2:29 PM
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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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February 28, 2025 at 6:22 PM
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...
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
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
Interview with Dani Joy and Perry Stauffer: Mighty Uke Day 15 teaching artists
YouTube video by Ben Hassenger
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February 22, 2025 at 10:24 PM
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
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
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Half-Day or Full-Day Ukulele Workshops at Interlochen Center for the Arts for beginner and confident beginner students. www.interlochen.org/college-crea... #ukulele #ukuleleworkshop #interlochen #continuingeducation
February 1, 2025 at 10:54 PM
Half-Day or Full-Day Ukulele Workshops at Interlochen Center for the Arts for beginner and confident beginner students. www.interlochen.org/college-crea... #ukulele #ukuleleworkshop #interlochen #continuingeducation
The latest from Ben Hassenger Music and the Great Uke State! #musicisthefoundation #ukulele #ukefest
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February 1, 2025 at 6:06 PM
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Dammit, I always liked Target 😕
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January 26, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Dammit, I always liked Target 😕
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"It doesn’t start with them kidnapping you.
It starts with the government making hints.
With the law.
With retribution.
Fake narratives and financial attacks.
Democracy and rule of law is more fragile than Americans think." youtu.be/X_D-yW8v0Jo?... #resist
"It doesn’t start with them kidnapping you.
It starts with the government making hints.
With the law.
With retribution.
Fake narratives and financial attacks.
Democracy and rule of law is more fragile than Americans think." youtu.be/X_D-yW8v0Jo?... #resist
The First Signs of Tyranny, From People Who Missed Them | NYT Opinion
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January 26, 2025 at 3:01 PM
BE VIGILANT!
"It doesn’t start with them kidnapping you.
It starts with the government making hints.
With the law.
With retribution.
Fake narratives and financial attacks.
Democracy and rule of law is more fragile than Americans think." youtu.be/X_D-yW8v0Jo?... #resist
"It doesn’t start with them kidnapping you.
It starts with the government making hints.
With the law.
With retribution.
Fake narratives and financial attacks.
Democracy and rule of law is more fragile than Americans think." youtu.be/X_D-yW8v0Jo?... #resist
Happy 188th birthday to the Great Uke State of Michigan!
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January 26, 2025 at 2:12 PM
Happy 188th birthday to the Great Uke State of Michigan!
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