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PBS Presents  Heart Strings: The Story of the Kamaka 'Ukulele

Kamaka and Sons' 'ukuleles from Hawaii have been the standard for 'ukuleles worldwide. Details

 

Program: PBS Presents

Episode: Heart Strings: The Story of the Kamaka 'Ukulele

For nearly 100 years, Kamaka and Sons' 'ukuleles, produced from their tiny shop in Honolulu, have been the gold standard for 'ukuleles worldwide. This program is a story about the values of hard work, fortitude, honesty and creativity from a distinctly Hawaiian point of view.

Duration: (26:07)
Premiere Date: 05/03/2009
Episode Expires: Never
TV Rating: TV-G
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