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The Ukulele originated in the 19th century as a Hawaiian interpretation of a small guitar-like instrument called a machete or braguinha brought to Hawaii by Portuguese immigrants from the islands of Madeira. They were coming to work in the sugar cane fields and the group included 3 individuals that became instrument makers.

The first ukuleles were made in Hawaii. They were made by Portuguese immigrants as early as 1879. They were based on similar instruments that were found in Portugal.

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The ukulele originated in the 19th century as a Hawaiian interpretation of a small guitar-like instrument brought to Hawaii by Portuguese immigrants from the islands of Maderia. They were coming to work in the sugar cane fields and the group included 3 individuals that became instrument makers.

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The ukulele was adapted by the royal family on Hawaii. They composed many songs for it. The small size and relative cheapness made it accessible to all. People in other countries were enchanted by the instrument and it became a common symbol for Hawaii.

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It has several names, but braguinha is the most common. Machete or cavaquinho are two others.

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