Army veteran and singer-songwriter Lisa Mannion will teach the basics of the ukulele and how to play the most common chords in music found in countless songs across all musical genres.

You no not need any musical talent or extensive knowledge to participate. Music is for everyone!

Lisa Mannion was named Illinois's Top 25 Women Veteran Leaders for creating Strumming for Wellness, a group ukulele program that fosters connection for veterans and her community. With her ukuleles in tow, Lisa brings music to organizations like Wounded Warrior Project, AllenForce, American Legions, Pilsen Arts & Community House, libraries, the Aurora Ukulele Festival and more!

Rooted in sweet home Chicago, she blends folk, rock, and blues in her original music. She is seen on WGN-TV and also won 1st place in the VA’s National Songwriter Competition. Inspired by her supportive musical family, Lisa believes that anybody can play the ukulele. She’s written many songs about it and she’s here to prove it, one strum at a time! Uke can do it!