The Scottsdale Strummers was formed in November of 2006. We slowly added to the group until we now number over a dozen.

Our intent is to promote the ukulele in Arizona. We will do this by performing wherever we can, and hosting workshops and gatherings for ukulele players and interested people.

I have come to the conclusion that the best way to keep a group together is to have goals. Ours are shows, and we are always preparing for a show. In addition to small ones, like senior center cafeterias, local coffee houses and things of that nature we participate in 3 folk festivals every year.

Our attendance is low during the summer because Phoenix and Scottsdale is not a good place to be if you can help it. We are planning big things for the fall, and expect to have about 25 members by the end of the year.

One thing that will be added in the fall is a night meeting. Our meeting now are only from 10 am to noon on Fridays.