Get Off of My Cloud: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Words and music by Mick Jagger and Keith Richards / arr. Michael Story
Grade: 1 (Very Easy)
Item: 00-PK-0001480
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Description
Rock and roll for your beginners---you bet! This Mick Jagger and Keith Richards pop hit will have the whole audience rocking. The melody is quite familiar but falls perfectly in the fingers for beginners. A real winner! (2:17)
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Additional Details
Series:
Pop Beginning Band
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
132
SKU:
00-PK-0001480
More about this title
About the Composer: Mick Jagger
Mick Jagger stands as one of rock and roll's most dynamic frontmen and songwriters. His partnership with Keith Richards produced some of the most recognizable melodies in popular music, songs that have shaped multiple generations of listeners and continue to define the rock genre.
Why we love this
Michael Story's arrangement strips this iconic riff down to its essentials without losing the swagger that makes the original unforgettable. Beginning students get immediate access to genuine rock repertoire, not a watered-down approximation, which means they're playing something their families actually know and love. The familiarity of the melody combined with Grade 1 accessibility creates that rare moment where technique and engagement perfectly align.
What to expect
Attitude and energy from the opening note. This arrangement captures the irreverent confidence of the original while keeping the technical demands manageable, so players can focus on the feel rather than fighting the page. It's the kind of piece that reminds students why they wanted to play in the first place.
Who it's for
Beginning concert band students who thrive when the music matters to them beyond the practice room. This is also perfect for programs looking to connect with families and audiences who may not typically attend band concerts but recognize an iconic rock anthem.
How to get the most out of it
- Keep the rhythm section locked and confident on the signature riff; this groove is what the audience recognizes, so nail the pocket before worrying about polish
- Balance the melody so it sits clearly above the accompaniment; the horn players carrying the tune need to shape the phrases with intent, not just play the notes
- Let the rock style breathe with a touch of swagger in the articulation; this isn't a march, so encourage students to feel the groove rather than rigidly count
- Use the recording as a reference for tempo and feel, but allow your band to find its own voice within the style
How to use it
Program this early in the year to energize students and build momentum for recruitment; a Grade 1 rock hit serves as a natural bridge between concert band repertoire and the popular music students hear at home. It also works as a concert opener to immediately grab audience attention, or as the centerpiece of a rock and pop-themed concert that balances contemporary appeal with musical growth.
Skills your students will build
- Playing with a steady groove and consistent rhythmic feel
- Balancing melody and accompaniment parts
- Interpreting articulation in a rock style context
- Reading concert band parts and following a conductor