Denver Ukefest 2022

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Denver Ukefest is a three-day festival showcasing all-things ukulele. Workshops for all levels of uke players, master classes with performing artists, and concerts comprise what could possibly be the happiest music festival in Denver. We hope to see you there!

Printable Program

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Thursday

Join us Thursday night for the Ukefest Kick-off Party & Open Stage at Grandma’s House from 7-9 p.m. This open stage and jam—hosted by Doug Brown, Director of the Denver Uke Community—is open to all to participate or just listen!

 

 

Friday

The 7:30 p.m. concert includes performances by Del Rey, Danielle Ate The Sandwich, and Smiley Gatmouth.

Saturday

Saturday is full of fun workshops and sing-alongs, followed by a concert at 7:30 p.m.

The concert includes Kris Fuchigami, The Birdwatchers, Casey Cormier & Daniella Katzir, and the Denver Uke Community.

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Ukefest Ticket Levels

Ticket Type
VIP Weekend Pass
Festival Weekend Pass
Friday: Concert
Saturday: Concert
Saturday: All-Day Pass
Price
$140 member, $145 non-member
$115 member, $120 non-member
$26 member, $31 non-member
$26 member, $31 non-member
$80 member, $85 non-member
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Saturday Workshops
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Ticket Type
VIP Weekend Pass
Festival Weekend Pass
Friday: Concert
Saturday: Concert
Saturday: All-Day Pass
Saturday Concert
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VIP Lanyard
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Saturday Meal Ticket
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11x17 Poster
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2022 Ukefest Artists

  • Kris Fuchigami

    Born and raised on the Big Island of Hawaii, 13-year-old Kris Fuchigami began his musical journey with an old, beat up ukulele in his hands and a strong desire to master that tiny little instrument.

    Two years later Kris won the grand prize at the Hamakua Music Scholarship Competition on the Big Island where he competed against classical pianists, singers, drummers, and many other genres of musicians. Kris went on to headline, and perform at many ukulele festivals and has gained recognition throughout the world.

  • Danielle Ate The Sandwich

    Danielle Ate the Sandwich is the stage name of pop-folk songwriter, Danielle Anderson. Getting her start in Fort Collins, Colorado, Danielle has been touring nationally since 2009, after cultivating an online following from her homemade videos on YouTube and her unique style of online marketing that brings her music to the audience she affectionately refers to as “Fanwiches.” Her songs can be thoughtful, heavy, and serious, but Danielle rarely takes herself seriously. She’s known for her quirky lyrical twists, performing most frequently with a ukulele and delivering witty and honest stage banter in her live shows.

  • Del Rey

    Del Rey started playing guitar when she was four years old. At thirteen, she was immersed in the world of folk music, via the San Diego Folk Festival. Rags, blues and tunes of the early 20th century are her specialty, even as she writes new music to add to the tradition. Del Rey also has a fashion sense that would make Minnie Pearl smile.

    Del Rey has taught and played all over the world, and brings her distinctive finger-style approach to guitar and ukulele to her teaching DVDs on Homespun Boogie-Woogie Guitar, The Music of Memphis Minnie, Memphis Uke Party and Blue Uke.

  • The Birdwatchers

    The Birdwatchers are a unique acoustic trio who specialize in an equally particular instrument: the ukulele. Kim Bjerga, Clark Holmes, and Andy Nufer have carved out a niche for themselves in their local music scene, and for good reason. Their tight, three-part harmonies, combined with interestingly composed arrangements are refreshingly diverse, both in musicianship and content. With various ukulele ranges (tenor, baritone, and bass ukulele, as well as guitar), the three have managed to produce a wide, varied sound, and with an equally varied set list, The Birdwatchers are bridging musical gaps for all ages and ears.

  • Casey Cormier & Daniella Katzir

    Casey and Daniella are no strangers to Denver Ukefest as they have performed at multiple ‘Fests and taught plenty of workshops as well. For their Saturday night concert, expect a fun and wide-ranging selection of originals and surprise covers that feature the ukulele. We are excited to welcome them back to Denver Ukefest.

  • Smiley Gatmouth

    Smiley Gatmouth is an MC, uke-player, artist, educator and philosopher. We are excited to welcome him to Swallow Hill for his Denver Ukefest debut!