Come On Get Higher: Ukulele

A contemporary pop-rock standard that students actually want to play. The three-page format makes it approachable without oversimplifying the original's energy, and the uke arrangement captures Nathanson's melodic gift in a way that rewards solid technique without demanding virtuosity.

Bright and propulsive, with the kind of forward momentum that makes you want to keep moving. The melody sits naturally on the uke, sitting high enough to stay cheerful without feeling thin or childlike.

Ukulele students ready for contemporary material beyond method book standards. This works for high school players, adult community ensembles, or anyone seeking accessible repertoire that doesn't compromise on musical substance.

• Nail the rhythmic pocket early. This song lives in its groove, so lock in the strumming pattern before worrying about dynamics.
• Let the chorus soar. The piece builds naturally here, so resist the urge to underplay; lean into the lift of the melody.
• Balance percussive attacks with tonal clarity. The uke can cut through when you prioritize clean note articulation alongside rhythmic definition.

Perfect as a contemporary opener at a ukulele ensemble concert or as part of a pop music unit showcasing how arrangements capture the spirit of chart hits. The compact length makes it ideal for student showcases or as a bridge piece between classical and modern contexts.

• Maintaining rhythmic consistency in modern strumming patterns
• Voice leading in melodic arrangement
• Sustaining energy across repeated harmonic structures
• Balancing fingerstyle and percussive techniques