On My Own: Ukulele
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On My Own: Ukulele

As performed by Claude-Michel Schonberg / As performed by Alain Boublil / As performed by Les Miserables (Movie)

Item: 35-DS00257716
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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 3
SKU: 35-DS00257716

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About the Artist: Claude-Michel Schonberg

Claude-Michel Schonberg is a French composer whose work in musical theatre has shaped modern musical drama across Broadway and international stages. His collaborations with lyricist Alain Boublil produced some of the most performed musical scores in education and professional settings, creating works that blend operatic sophistication with contemporary storytelling.

Schonberg's compositional approach emphasizes melody and harmonic accessibility without sacrificing emotional depth, making his scores exceptionally valuable for music educators working across skill levels. His influence extends far beyond the stage into instrumental arrangements, where his melodies retain their dramatic power and emotional resonance.

Why we love this

This arrangement captures one of musical theatre's most intimate moments in a format that makes it genuinely playable for ukulele students without diminishing its emotional core. The simplification necessary for the instrument becomes an asset rather than a compromise, allowing younger or developing players to experience the vulnerability and directness that make this song resonate with audiences.

What to expect

Solitary and searching, with the vulnerable quality of someone facing a moment of profound self-discovery. The arrangement preserves the song's introspective atmosphere while giving the ukulele's warm, intimate voice space to deliver the character's quiet determination and hidden hope.

Who it's for

Intermediate ukulele students who want to tackle repertoire with real emotional stakes, and ensemble directors seeking accessible arrangements of recognizable Broadway material for concerts or school productions. Teachers working with young musicians on interpretation and musicality will find this piece rewarding because it refuses to oversimplify the emotional content.

How to get the most out of it

  • Shape the melody with dynamic control; this song depends on the player's ability to voice quiet moments and subtle swells rather than volume extremes
  • Pay attention to phrase endings, allowing notes to breathe naturally rather than connecting every measure mechanically
  • Experiment with timbre and tone to convey the character's introspection; the ukulele's inherent brightness can actually enhance the song's honesty

How to use it

This works beautifully as a solo feature in a musical theatre concert, or as part of a longer programme exploring how Broadway music adapts across instruments. It also serves as a compelling choice for recital repertoire when students want to demonstrate both technical facility and emotional maturity.

Skills your students will build

  • Dynamic control and phrase shaping in a lyrical context
  • Emotional interpretation and character voice on an unfamiliar instrument type
  • Managing tempo rubato while maintaining rhythmic stability
  • Ensemble listening if performed with piano accompaniment

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