Try To Remember (from The Daily Ukulele) (arr. Liz and Jim Beloff): Ukulele
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Try To Remember (from The Daily Ukulele) (arr. Liz and Jim Beloff): Ukulele

As performed by Tom Jones / Arranged by Jim Beloff / Arranged by Liz Beloff

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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 2
SKU: 35-DS00379602

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About the Artist: Tom Jones

Tom Jones emerged from Wales in the 1960s as one of the most powerful vocalists in popular music, commanding attention with his baritone voice and undeniable stage presence. His interpretations of standards and contemporary songs alike became defining recordings for generations of singers, making him a natural touchstone for arrangements that seek to capture classic vocal elegance.

Jones's influence extends beyond his own recordings into the repertoire itself. His versions of songs from the American Songbook and theatrical canon have become reference points for musicians across genres, making his artistry particularly relevant for music educators exploring how standards sound when performed with conviction and emotional depth.

Why we love this

The Beloffs have distilled a beloved standard into a compact, singable arrangement that works equally well in ensemble ukulele settings or as a solo vehicle. The two-page format respects the simplicity of the source while honoring the song's genuine emotional architecture, giving students an accessible entry point to songs written for the theater without sacrificing musical substance.

What to expect

This is a song steeped in remembrance and the ache of distance. Even in a small ensemble setting, the melody carries the wistfulness that made the original memorable, with harmonic support that deepens the emotional landscape without demanding virtuosity from the players.

Who it's for

Ukulele students at the intermediate beginner level who are ready to move beyond simplified melody-only versions and explore how chords interact with melody. Music teachers seeking repertoire that connects ukulele students to the theatrical and vocal traditions that shaped American song.

How to get the most out of it

  • Find the warmth in the melody. This is a song about nostalgia and longing, so resist playing it too brightly. Let the minor inflections in the phrase shapes suggest the bittersweet character.
  • Shape the longer phrases by thinking in terms of vocal phrasing rather than mechanically executing note values. Where would a singer breathe, and how would they weight the important words in the lyric?
  • Listen to how the harmony moves beneath the melody. Ukulele voicings in this arrangement likely contain inner voices that add color; bring those forward just enough that listeners hear the harmonic journey without overwhelming the top line.

How to use it

Place this on a concert devoted to standards and American song, perhaps pairing it with other theatrical or vocal classics arranged for small ensemble. It also serves well as a reflective piece in a program that moves between musical eras, showing students how the same songs can live across different instrumental traditions.

Skills your students will build

  • Reading chord charts and melody notation simultaneously
  • Interpreting phrasing cues from vocal/theatrical context
  • Balancing accompaniment texture with melodic clarity
  • Sustaining longer phrases without rushing

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