Consider Yourself: Ukulele

This arrangement gives ukulele students immediate access to one of Broadway's most beloved songs. The three-page format suggests thoughtful voicing that respects the instrument's range while preserving Bart's distinctive melodic charm. Students will recognize the tune instantly, which builds confidence and motivation during what might otherwise feel like technical study.

Optimistic and slightly wistful. The melody floats with a kind of gentle defiance, suggesting hope despite difficult circumstances. Playing it feels like telling a story of resilience with warmth rather than sentimentality.

Intermediate ukulele players who want to tackle recognizable songs with actual dramatic content. This works equally well for classroom ensemble play and solo performance preparation. Singers learning the tune at the piano will also benefit from having this accessible ukulele version as a practice tool.

• Shape the melody with dynamic contrast. The opening phrase works best with a gentle approach; let it grow toward the chorus where the optimism naturally peaks.
• Pay attention to harmonic rhythm as you move between chords. Bart's changes are purposeful, and slight emphasis on the strong harmonic moments (particularly at phrase turns) clarifies the form.
• Consider what emotion the lyrics suggest in each section. This melody originally served a character who'd lived through hardship; singing or playing with that underlying warmth transforms the arrangement from pleasant into meaningful.
• Balance fingerstyle articulation with legato phrasing. The ukulele's natural brightness complements this song best when technical precision doesn't overshadow the tune's lyrical quality.

Include this in a ukulele showcase or as part of a themed concert exploring musical theatre on smaller instruments. It pairs naturally with other accessible Broadway standards and gives students a polished solo option for school assemblies or informal performances. The familiarity of the tune means audiences engage immediately, which frees your players to focus on musical expression.

• Legato phrasing across multiple measures
• Managing harmonic rhythm on primary chords
• Dynamic shaping and emotional interpretation
• Sight reading three-page extended arrangements
• Connecting instrumental performance to lyrical content