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Between The Devil And The Deep Blue Sea: Ukulele

As performed by George Harrison / As performed by André Previn

Item: 35-DS00397417

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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 3
SKU: 35-DS00397417

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About the Artist: George Harrison

George Harrison earned his place in music history as the lead guitarist and primary songwriter for The Beatles, but his creative reach extended far beyond rock and roll. Following the band's dissolution, he pursued a diverse array of musical interests, from Indian classical influences to solo recordings that showcased his depth as a composer. His willingness to experiment across genres and collaborate with artists from different musical traditions made him a bridge builder in popular music.

André Previn was a towering figure in twentieth century music: conductor, composer, and pianist equally at home in classical symphony halls, jazz clubs, and film scoring sessions. His ability to move fluidly between idioms and his gift for elegant orchestration made him one of the most respected musicians of his era. When Harrison and Previn collaborated, they brought together two artists comfortable with musical risk and refinement.

Why we love this

Jazz standards arranged for ukulele occupy a wonderfully specific niche in educational programming. This arrangement captures the harmonic sophistication and swing sensibility of a timeless tune while making it genuinely accessible to ukulele players still building their technical foundation. The three-page format respects both the instrument's natural strengths and the song's essential character.

What to expect

A sophisticated tune rendered intimate and personal on a small instrument. The ukulele's warm tone softens jazz's edge without sacrificing its harmonic richness, creating something wistful and conversational. You're accompanying yourself through a standard that swings without demanding aggressive virtuosity.

Who it's for

Ukulele students who have moved beyond beginner strumming patterns and are ready to tackle jazz vocabulary and more complex chord progressions. Teachers seeking repertoire that keeps students engaged with recognizable material while genuinely expanding their harmonic literacy.

How to get the most out of it

  • Treat the ukulele's shorter sustain as an asset rather than a limitation; this arrangement likely compensates with rhythmic punctuation that gives the melody room to breathe
  • Listen closely to how jazz standards handle the melody against chords; the interaction between what you're playing and what's implied harmonically shapes the song's personality
  • Nail the rhythmic accuracy of any syncopation early in your preparation, then layer in phrasing and dynamics once the mechanics are secure

How to use it

Feature this as a solo during a jazz-focused concert or variety show, where the ukulele's novelty in a jazz context becomes a selling point rather than a liability. It pairs naturally with other non-traditional jazz arrangements and gives visibility to students who might feel sidelined in a traditional ensemble setting.

Skills your students will build

  • Reading jazz chord symbols and interpreting harmonic movement
  • Executing swing rhythm and syncopation
  • Balancing melody and accompaniment on a single instrument
  • Navigating wider intervallic leaps across the ukulele fingerboard

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