That's What You Get: Score
As performed by Paramore
Words and music by Hayley Williams, Josh Farro, and Taylor York [Paramore]
Grade: 2 (Easy)
Item: 00-PR-0001598
$9.00
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Description
It's a RIOT, or more accurately, the hit from the pop sensation Paramore's newest CD of the same name. Lead singer Hayley Williams co-authored the tune and provides an energized performance. Characterized with pleasant melodic material cast over driving rock rhythms, this chart will energize your concert band as well. Have a riot . . . hot off the airwaves, delivered right to your band!
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Additional Details
Series:
Hot Pop Band
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
124
SKU:
00-PR-0001598
More about this title
About the Composer: Hayley Williams
Hayley Williams is the lead vocalist and primary songwriter for Paramore, the rock band that emerged from Franklin, Tennessee in the early 2000s. Beyond her role as performer, Williams has been instrumental in shaping the band's sound and direction as a composer and creative force, earning recognition for her distinctive vocal style and songwriting that blends pop sensibility with rock energy.
Why we love this
This arrangement captures the infectious immediacy of a modern rock hit while remaining genuinely playable at the Grade 2 level. The driving rhythms and melodic hooks that made the original so successful translate directly to concert band instrumentation, giving students the chance to perform music they actually recognize and enjoy.
What to expect
Energetic and direct, with the kind of melodic hooks and driving pulse that make rock music instantly memorable. The arrangement maintains the song's confident swagger while distributing the musical load across the full band, creating a performance that feels both authentic and achievable.
Who it's for
Concert bands seeking contemporary rock repertoire at an accessible difficulty level. This is ideal for programs looking to engage students with current music while building fundamental ensemble skills in rhythm, blend, and stylistic awareness.
How to get the most out of it
- Keep the rock groove locked in the rhythm section; the percussion and bass line are the heartbeat that drives this entire piece.
- Balance the melodic material across sections rather than letting any single voice dominate; the arrangement is designed to share the hook among multiple voices.
- Watch for clarity during the busier rhythmic passages; clean articulation in the winds makes the difference between sloppy and energized.
- Lean into the attitude of the original recording without sacrificing ensemble precision; rock energy and tightness go hand in hand.
How to use it
Program this in a spring concert or lighter program where you want to shift the energy and remind audiences that concert bands can play music beyond classical traditions. It works especially well as a closer or bridge between more formal selections, giving the program contemporary flavor without sacrificing musicianship.
Skills your students will build
- Maintaining steady rock grooves across full ensemble
- Balancing melody and accompaniment in contemporary styles
- Clean articulation in syncopated rhythmic figures
- Stylistic awareness of rock music conventions