TEDxTokyo Jake Shimabukuro - 05/15/10 (English)

Few people would consider the ukulele a serious musical instrument. Until, that is, they hear Jake Shimabukuro play one. Jakes uncommon compositions and playing techniques defy labels and categories, and he lays down jazz, blues, funk, classical, bluegrass, folk, flamenco and rock with equal virtuosity. Occasional tours with Jimmy Buffett & The Coral Reefer Band have broadened his experience and brought his talent and charming stage presence to crowds of up to fifty thousand people. Jake has also performed on NBCs The Late Show with Conan OBrien, The Today Show, and Last Call With Carson Daly, and been featured on NPRs Morning Edition and World Café, Public Radio Internationals The World, and others. In December 2009, he performed with Bette Midler for Queen Elizabeth during a special fundraising concert in Blackpool, England.

http://tedxtokyo.com/tedxtokyo-2010/p...

About TEDx, x = independently organized event

In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized.* (*Subject to certain rules and regulations)

• Category

  Travel & Events

[XPLOSV2]

Now let me just say, I can listen to Jak plays the Uke all day everyday on repeat.

Agree?

[J Ham]

Every time I hear this man play "My guitar gently weeps" I feel like my life will not be complete without me learning that song. Amazing musician and ambassador for the ukulele! Definitely inspired me to start learning

[KazzArie]

Whoa! This guy's coming to sacramento soon. May be a worthy show!

[Ofel Ortiz]

Nice

[Brian Davey]

Truly beautiful playing.

[Kerry Farrell]

<3 it!

[Gianfranco Gagliardi]

porc... putt...... !!!!!

[Farhan Hussain]

you are amazing

[Erick Henrrique]

vc é bom, mais nao da pra comparar com o sungha jung!

[longtailedmonkey]

awww.... Jake you made my day. :)