We hired Lenny to perform for us to help celebrate my husband's birthday. You select songs you want him to perform from a playlist. He played and sang to us for 45 minutes (about 12 songs). He even sang a special request of Over the Rainbow too - a classic on the ukelele. He encourages everyone to sing along as well so it was fun that we were able to do that. We were able to surprise my husbad when he showed up at the house and I told my husband there was a special delivery for him. My husband enjoyed it so much that he was almost in tears (of joy and happiness). There's something about the sound of the ukelele that's very soothing and peaceful. My husband said he couldn't ask for anything more. It made his birthday extra special. read more

Ukulenny is available 24/7? Does this guy ever sleep? What does his family think of him being available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week? Ukulenny is the MAN! He is Bay Area American Idol! The guy is traveling around the Bay Area. He is either solo, with the Bob and Lenny Show or with Cynthia Lin. Hula Hoops in South San Francisco, Oakland Museum of California, anywhere in the Bay Area Ukulenny is performing. He is a YouTube sensation and on Spotify! I will confess that I don't have his album but I have check out his performance across the Bay Area. He even teaches ukulele courses. Take his classes and you will learn a lot. What can't Ukuelenny do? He can do about EVERYTHING! Anyone who does not give Ukulenny 5 stars review should have a big ego. 5 star rating Ukulenny. read more

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We hired Ukelenny for a party and couldn't be happier. He made the event. Don't be fooled by the Ukelele. For the price of a solo musician you get what feels like a whole band. Lenny also plays sax and a bunch of other instruments. He's high energy, engaging and lays it all out there. Great song selection, sense of when to have a chill vibe and when to jam. He covers all genres, not just Ukelele type stuff. He may not have the BEST voice but he knows how to use what he has to sound great. He was also a total professional. Communicated before the event, showed up on time; took only reasonable breaks, figured out the right location to perform from, facilitated welcome speeches etc. Finally, really enjoyed him as a person. Just a good guy to have around a party. If you want entertainment for an event, I'd highly recommend Lenny. Our guests loved it. read more

I was at a party and heard Lenny performing. He was terrific. I mean really awesome. Not only does he entertain but he offers lessons too. Your. Won't be disappointed hiring him. He will bring your group together. read more

Ukulenny performed for our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour. It was AMAZING! He's also not limited to the bay our event was in Orange County. My husband wanted a ukulele player who would do pop, r&b and even rap for our wedding. Ukulenny was great to work with. We had 4 specific song requests but let him make all the other choices and our guests loved it. He did Somewhere Over The Rainbow for our wedding party, Jason Mraz' I'm yours for our walk down the aisle, Black Eyed Peas' I Gotta Feeling for the recessional. Whatever mix he wanted for our cocktail hour, but for our reception entrance he played and sang New Boyz' She Aint Gonna Tie Me Down. Our guests loved him, he totally got our vibe, and even with these non traditional requests he made it all so memorable. read more

So fun! Got to see Ukulenny on First Friday in October playing at the brand new parklet in front Farley's East. Unbelievably beautiful evening and so fun to watch the uke being used to play all kinds of different songs. I'm so used to hearing hawaiian meles that I had to adjust my earbuds. Of course there's Jake Shimabukuro to look to for wildly creative uke usage, but Ukulenny brings a sweet, fun, interesting slant for when you don't have Jake in your backyard. Plus he also played with a jazz trumpet player who sings as well...super cool....I'd definitely hire him for a private gig. read more

Ukulenny - First Fridays - October, 2012 at parklet in front of Farley's East - Musicians Near Me

Lenny performed for our son's first birthday and all our family and guests cannot stop raving about how awesome the ukulele player was. Lenny responded to inquiries in a timely manner, was easy to coordinate with and was very flexible when we had some time adjustments. What's even better is that we had requested a few songs (creep by radiohead and don't worry, be happy) and he performed it for us wonderfully. He really made the party memorable and special for us. You can tell he is a person who loves his craft and is good at it. My only regret is not having him play longer for us! Thank you again Lenny! We definitely will book you again for more parties to come! read more

Ukulenny - The look of adoration my son gave to Lenny as he enjoyed his performance. He sat quietly in his high chair and enjoyed his music - Musicians Near Me

When I think "private musician for a small surprise party," the first thought that comes to my head is "awkward." Lenny, however, is not only a talented musician who can sing and play Hawaiian standards on the ukulele, but he is also amazing and just rolling a potentially weird situation into an inviting, wonderful one. He arrived on time to meet at the pre-surprise location, was a dear to my family members (who were part of the surprise), jovially walked to the dinner, started playing, and barely stopped for two hours. Unexpectedly, he took requests - which even when he didn't know he was able to look up on his phone and play (great sight-reading!), and my family merrily sang along with him on many tunes. Best of all? We'd written a song the birthday girl to the tune of the Battle Hymn Republic, which Lenny totally knew! He strummed along as we all sang. I'd hire him again in a heartbeat. read more

I took a class with Ukulenny at Albany Community Center a few years ago and he is a wonderful teacher. He makes it easy and fun to learn, but also makes it interesting and helps you to improve on your skills. Lenny rocks. read more

As a newbie, I was utterly confused by my uke, but Lenny got me started over the course of 5 lessons. He helped with everything: holding and taking care of it; chords; strums and even music theory. Gave me a set of contemporary songs with chords and asked me what other kinds of music I'd like to learn. Super accommodating about my schedule. Now that I'm better, he's still available to advise and help me at any time. Oh yes, and he is soooo nice. read more

Lenny recently performed at my wedding, and he was amazing! He played music at our ceremony, and then did a one-man band performance during cocktail hour. My husband and I first found him online and listened to him on YouTube, and knew immediately he would be perfect for our special day! Throughout the entire process, Lenny was very communicative and was quick to respond when I had any questions or concerns leading up to the wedding. He is also extremely friendly, enthusiastic, and sincere, and it is clear that he is passionate about what he does. Our guests are still raving about his music weeks later. He even performed with one of our guests, who is also a ukulele player, as a surprise during cocktail hour since they happen to know each other! Hopefully we run into him at another event he's performing at, because we'd love to watch him perform without all the usual wedding distractions. Thanks again, Lenny! read more

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Lenny recently held a ukulele "clinic" at my workplace and it was amazing. He's super personable, professional, and fun. He has a talent for getting people of different skill levels playing together, feeling confident, and sounding great. I've also joined the first Thursday uke jam at the Fireside that he leads. Super fun time and I'll be going back. Thanks Lenny! read more

I've been following Ukulenny for a few years now and every gig I see him at, he's professional and fun! People dance, sing along and enjoy his playing. He plays and sings well known, fun songs with a remarkable repertoire for playing almost anything. I've seen him so many times that I had to hire him for my backyard party earlier this year. As expected, he lived up to his 5 star rating. You don't get a fantastic singer, but you get a multi-instrumentalist incorporating guitar, bass, beatbox and ukulele into his performance. Sometimes all at the same time using his looper. He's literally, a one man band. Ukulenny is awesome! read more

Awesome experience.. I love Lennys passion and enthusiasm. I appreciate that he talked to me.. not at me... He took the time to teach me....with patience read more

I'm currently taking Ukulenny's ukulele class in Albany. He is fun and entertaining - the class is great! He listens to the students and tries to bring in music that everybody likes. The class is a total mix of ages and ethnicities and he is trying to include us all! He encourages each of us to get to know each other. So far, I've only had two classes but I'm really looking forward to more. read more

Ukelenny is a one man marching band! He can play it all: guitar, piano, trumpet, saxophone and so much more! He's also a pretty decent singer. I'd rate Ukulenny a solid four stars! I'd give him five, but I don't want to blow up his ego. read more

I am a self-taught ukulele player looking for a teacher to become an intermediate player. Lenny is an amazing teacher. He took interests of what I want to accomplish and tailored lessons and curriculum for me. He taught me chord transitions, fingerpicking​, exercises​ for stretching​ the fingers and how to hold the ukulele comfortably​. Compared to other teachers, I found his lessons very productive without rushing, and his price is very reasonable. Lenny, you rock. Keep up with the good work. read more

Lenny stole show! When your venue is the breath taking Thomas Fogarty Winery, your caterer is the legendary Michi and your DJ is the beyond cool Max Alegria it is an epic achievement to be the star of the wedding. We hired Lenny to be our musician for the wedding ceremony and cocktail reception. No other musicians, no background support just one man and his ukulele. We didn't want the classic string quartet or the recommended harpist that are typical for this venue. We wanted an ukulele player with aloha spirit, California cool, and Bay Area vibe. Not just any ukulele player, but the best. One who could make our dream wedding come true. We were looking for Braddah Iz, Jason Mraz, and Bruno Mars and it was delivered in the form of an artist simply known at Ukulenny. Big voice, big talent, big smile, big heart in a small cheerful package. All our guests raved about Lenny and how great he sounded, how much fun he brought to the event and how special he made the evening. We can't thank you enough Lenny. read more

I booked Ukulenny to play during the cocktail hour of my wedding reception and loved him! His music and sound were perfect for a relaxed but still elegant setting, recalling my favorite place (the beach!) without sounding kitchy like steel drums might! Ukulenny has a great repertoire of songs and even learned a new song to play for us. I enjoyed working with him and am so happy that he was a part of our special day! read more

AMAZING!!! He played at my daughter's 2nd bday party and everyone loved him! He's such a nice guy too! People kept coming up to me to tell me how great he was! read more

I just took up the ukulele a week and a half ago. I happened on Ukulenny's video on YouTube called Easy Uke Songs - Isn't She Lovely (Stevie Wonder). In about an hour, I was playing the song right along with him (minus the fancy little tabbed string picking part - still too advanced for me haha) and having a blast. His instructions are easy to follow and fun to follow along with. If I lived closer to him, I'd attend his workshops for sure! He made learning this song fun. :) read more

When I decided to take ukulele lessons, I messaged a few teachers I found on yelp. Ukulenny got back to me before anyone else, and his rates were reasonable. So I started with him. Now, six months later, I am MUCH better on ukulele. I can even play a few songs I originally wrote on piano. He has showed me different ways of strumming, such as the reggae and gospel, as well the versatility of bar chords. He is also adaptable to last minute schedule changes. read more

Met Ukulenny at his first Uke Night at Pa'ina Lounge in July 2014 and then went to his Beatles Uke Night at the same venue. Went with friends and had a blast both times. Ukulenny and co-host will play for 20 minutes or so, then they jam with audience members who brought their ukes, and then people who signed up in advance get to strut their stuff in the open mic segment - take a break and then do it all again. Just the right amount of each segment to keep it fun and varied. Ukulenny is a talented multi-instrumentalist, singer, entertainer. and host... and one of the nicest people I've ever met. Venue is nice too, with a professional stage setup - there is one dining area with bar in front and another in back where the stage is, so customers who aren't interested in the entertainment can sit in the quieter front section. No cover charge for Ukulenny's events - two-item minimum, and food and drinks prices are very reasonable. Ukulenny's events are appropriate for all ages. read more

Lenny was amazing! He played for our wedding for the ceremony and cocktail hour at the Ritz Carlton in August. He was incredibly professional and easy to coordinate with beforehand and even learned a few songs for us. read more

Ukelenny is gentle and positive while encouraging my son to work harder to improve his skills. He works with him to find songs that he loves and wants to work on. He is also diligent about communication about the time of lesson and communication. read more

Lenny just performed for our wedding reception and his great music and good energy really added to our festivities and everybody loved him! Getting him to perform was one of the best decisions we made and I am so glad he was available as we decided to have a ukelele player at the last minute. Lenny was very open to requests and easy to work with, professional and flexible. He has a great range of music and repertoire and played our requests including Bohemian Rhapsody! He was even kind enough to let one of our guests play his ukelele which was a really special moment and memory for us all! Lenny is great and you won't regret having him perform for you! read more

Lenny played ukulele at our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour and did an amazing job! He is obviously very talented with his instrument and his song choices fit perfectly with our relaxed, intimate ceremony. We would highly recommend Lenny for any event! His music creates a warm and inviting atmosphere that our guests absolutely loved. read more