They're questions we get asked frequently, and they even come with answers!
Are you on this Tuesday?
Short answer: Yes.
Long answer: Weâre on every Tuesday as long as the Stagâs Head is open and there isnât a global pandemic causing a general lockdown, but that rarely happens these days.
How much is it to attend? Where do I get tickets?
Ukulele Tuesday is free and non-ticketed. You just show up. Weâll even hand you sweets and swag, sometimes.
If you want to support us financially (UT is 100% volunteer-run), we collect tips on the night. They help us cover the costs of running Tuesdays, maintaining the gear, and organising special theme nights. We also have a page on buymeacoffee!
Although weâre non-ticketed, as it can get busy during the summer months, so we recommend queuing around 7:45 PM if you want to get a seat.
Can I bring my own ukulele and play along?
Yes, absolutely! Ukulele Tuesday is open to any ukulele player who wants to come and join us, regardless of ability. You do not have to contact us or ask for permission beforehand. P.S. itâs a noisy crowd; if youâre shy, no one will be able to hear you.
I canât bring my ukulele. Can I borrow one?
Yes, if your dog ate your ukulele (or youâre flying over and couldnât bring your instrument), we have a bunch of house ukuleles you can borrow. Send us a DM on Instagram or Facebook and weâll set one aside for you, depending on availability. Please remember to give it back at the end of the night.
If you end up coming back regularly (which we hope youâll do!), consider purchasing your own ukulele to free up house ukes for new players.
I canât play the ukulele. Can I still join you?
Yes! If you canât play, sing your heart out. And if youâre up for it, weâll put a ukulele in your hands and show you some beginner chords. Caution: youâll end up addicted and buy your own ukulele. Youâve been warned!
Can you play <some-song-I-like>?
If <some-song-you-like> is in our songbook, then yes đ We take requests!
Can I bring my children to Ukulele Tuesday? Can I come if Iâm under 18?
Short answer: No. We consider ourselves to be an 18 and over event. Some of our tunes have swears.
If you would like to attend with children, we wonât prevent you, but you assume all responsibility for them :-). We are hosted in a pub, and Irish law applies. We strongly recommend asking the Stagâs Head for permission beforehand, as by law the pub/premise owner can refuse access to children.
I have a disability, can I attend?
Weâre striving to make Ukulele Tuesday inclusive and accessible for everyone, so if you need any accommodations to attend, let us know!
The session gets quite busy, so if you need seating space, we recommend queuing early or contacting us.
When it comes to wheelchair accessibility, UT is hosted upstairs in the Stagâs Head â there is no elevator and only very narrow stairs for access.
I want to buy a ukulele! Any recommendations?
You can find a selection of ukuleles at most online or physical shops, and a beginner instrument wonât cost you an arm and a leg (weâd recommend spending around 50 euros if youâre completely new to music). For specific recommendations/reviews, check Got A Ukuleleâs list of recommendations between 0 and 50 pounds.