Dalrymple Ukulele Orchestra

Founded in 2014, the Dalrymple Ukulele Orchestra (D.U.O) is an all female ukulele extravaganza.
Based in Ayrshire they provide entertainment for a variety of functions. Since then, the orchestra has been invited to play at various festivals, concerts, and events, even playing a bride down the aisle.

Their uplifting story began nine years ago at a New Year’s party in Dalrymple when Karen Henderson arrived with her new ukulele, chord charts and Christmas songs.

Several ladies decided they wanted to learn to play, so practices soon took place round the kitchen table for weeks after. Over the years, different ladies have been inspired to join them on their crazy ukulele journey, while others have moved on. However, they still have a core of founding members who have faithfully stayed the course and given the orchestra its unique and wonderful character that brings so much fun to their performances.

At a recent Ayr Rotary Club meeting held in the Stravaig Restaurant, Miller Road, Ayr, the D.U.O. played several tunes including: Uist Tramping song, Bad Moon Rising, Harvest Moon, Let your Love Flow, Young at Heart, Isla by Beluga Lagoon, a medley from Johnny Cash and a medley of Scottish songs during which the audience were encouraged to sing along. A thoroughly enjoyable evening was had by all.