http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=130148461&sc=emaf
Although this story is very short I think it does a perfect job in evoking what its subject is all about.
About two months ago I started playing the ukulele. My mom, sent me this link last month and I never checked it out. When we were told about this assignment I remembered that my mom had sent me something from NPR, so I decided to see what it was. It turns out that this was my favorite piece, even after searching for the past week for something longer.
I really like the use of NAT sound in this piece. The sound selection is so witty and the NAt sound is really used to give you an idea of space and time. I especially like the song that closes out the piece because it gives the ukulele and more importantly the people who play it character.
I do think the story sidetracks a little with the portion talking about other records being broken, but comes back nicely with the final song. It does, on the other hand, give you an idea of what music means to people, even if what they play can sometimes be considered childish.
This piece had witty character, great NAT sound, and even the short time helped express what the ukulele was. Its a quick and fun listen that will put a smile on your face.
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