Who are the Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain?

The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain is a group of all-singing, all-strumming Ukulele players. They believe that all genres of music are available for reinterpretation, as long as they are played on the ukulele! The Orchestra was formed in 1985 as a bit of fun, but the first gig was an instant sell-out, and they've been performing ever since. The current ensemble has been playing together for over 20 years, and has become something of a national institution in Britain. They’ve given thousands of sold-out concerts all over the world and their music has been used in films, plays and commercials. By royal request, the Orchestra proudly performed at a private 90th birthday party for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II at Windsor Castle. With a love of irreverent wit and a penchant for reinterpretation, their catalogue is a collection of rock, pop, jazz, blues and classical music.  

What are they playing?

The program will be announced from the stage.

More to Explore

In August 2009 the Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain played to a sold-out Royal Albert Hall in London. Over 1000 members of the audience brought their own ukuleles, and joined the Orchestra in playing Beethoven's "Ode to Joy". 

Check out the Ukes' fantastic rendition of '500 Miles' by The Proclaimers. 

https://youtu.be/r6sWvmZSx4Q 
During the Covid-19 lockdown in April 2020, the Ukulele Orchestra kept the music going with a series of quirky and upbeat online performances. In this one, they perform 'The Model' by Kraftwerk.