Smaller than guitars and more casual than violins, ukuleles create a wholly unique sound that’s suitable for folk music, classical strumming, and sometimes even rock. The trademark twang of a ukulele is appealing to a broad base of people, and finding one of these quirky instruments and learning to play—or improving your skills—can be easier than you might.

Whether you’re brand-new to musical instruments, you’re experienced with guitars or other strings, or you’re an old hand at strumming a ukulele, you can find the instruments and accessories you’re looking for. Starter packs include instructional manuals or online lessons that can help you get up to speed on the basics fast, along with gig bags to help you carry your ukulele with you and tuners to keep you playing in tune.