If you've gone to a movie or watched TV in the last five years, you've probably heard a ukulele version of "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" by the late Hawaiian musician known as 'Iz.' You may also know the performances of Jake Shimabukuro -- they've gone viral on YouTube. It's all helping to fuel the growing popularity of the tiny instrument.
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