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The article discusses the 2014 Guild of American Luthiers (GAL) Convention panel discussion featuring the ukulele building with participants Michael DaSilva, Jay Lichty, Bob Gleason and moderator Woodley White.

A personal narrative is presented which explores the author's experience of constructing a ukelele.

The article provides author's insight on creating ukuleles or uke that guitar makers should remember. It states that the sizes, shapes and tones of uke vary and that ukes can be made out of different wood such as mango, Spanish cedar and mahogany. It mentions that ukes should be made out of hard wood because it affects the sound of the instrument. It also notes that ukes should be light and that the sound vibrates as you play the instrument.

The article evaluates the Aqua Coat Clear Wood Grain Filler for guitar making from Aqua Coat.