Jumpin Jim's Ukulele Masters

Jumpin' Jim's Ukulele Masters: Lyle Ritz is a jazz ukulele songbook featuring 25 hand-picked standards lushly arranged by jazz great Lyle Ritz and prepared for publication by Jim Beloff. Designed for experienced players, this collection presents expressive solo arrangements that highlight melody and rich harmonic movement while remaining deeply musical and rewarding to perform.Each standard is arranged for both GCEA standard tuning and DGBE tenor or baritone tuning, making the repertoire adaptable across common ukulele setups. The included CD features 12 selections performed by Ritz himself, allowing players to hear authentic phrasing, tone, and interpretation directly from one of jazz ukulele’s most respected voices.The arrangements balance lyrical lines with sophisticated harmony, supporting focused practice and confident solo performance beyond basic strumming. These timeless standards provide depth, nuance, and expressive possibilities that encourage mature musical interpretation and stylistic refinement.Song list: All The Things You Are * All The Way * As Time Goes By * Autumn Leaves * Body And Soul * But Beautiful * Embraceable You * For All We Know * (I Love You) For Sentimental Reasons * Here's That Rainy Day * I Only Have Eyes For You * I'll Never Smile Again * Imagination * In The Wee Small Hours Of The Morning * Laura * Like Someone In Love * Make Someone Happy * My Funny Valentine * My Romance * Someone To Watch Over Me * Spring Is Here * Time After Time * Tonight You Belong To Me * UnforgettableAlso includes a chord solo of “Fly Me to the Moon,” along with an introduction and brief biography of Lyle Ritz, offering additional insight into his musical legacy and distinctive jazz style for dedicated ukulele performers. Read more