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(F)One, (CN.C.)two, three o’ clock, four o’ clock rock, five, (CN.C.)six, sev en o’ clock, eight o’ clock rock.
Nine, ten, e le ven o’ clock, twelve o’ clock rock, we’re gon na (C7)rock a round the clock to night.
Put your (F)glad rags on and join me, Hon, we’ll have some fun when the (F7)clock strikes one, we’re gon na (Bb9)rock a round the clock to night, we’re gon na (F)rock, rock, rock, ’til broad day light, we’re gon na (F7)rock, gon na rock a round the (C7aug)clock (Bb)to night.
When the (F)clock strikes two three and four, If band slows down we’ll (F7)yell for more,
Rock Around The Clock — Accompaniment Sheet Music (Classic Notation)
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Classic piano notation for "Rock Around The Clock" by Bill Haley & His Comets as an accompaniment / backing track. Both hands engraved at publisher quality in Bb — sing or play melody on top while the score follows along at 120 BPM. Click any note to jump there.
Tip: Press play and sing the melody on top of the piano. If the original key (Bb) sits too high or low for your voice, use the transpose control to shift the accompaniment into a comfortable range — the backing moves with you. Need a pitch reference? Tap the mic icon to bring the vocal melody in.
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About “Rock Around The Clock”
- Is the engraved accompaniment score for "Rock Around The Clock" suitable for a pianist?
- Yes — both hands are notated in classic piano notation (treble + bass clefs, key Bb, real chord symbols), engraved server-side from the publisher MusicXML. A staff pianist or accompanist can read this directly from the screen or printed PDF and play the backing while you sing the melody.
- What key is the piano accompaniment for "Rock Around The Clock" by Bill Haley & His Comets in?
- The backing track is in Bb at 120 BPM. If that doesn't sit in your vocal range, use the live transpose control to shift up or down semitones — the accompaniment moves with the new key automatically.
- Can I sing over "Rock Around The Clock" with this accompaniment?
- Yes — that's exactly what it's built for. The vocal melody is muted by default so you can sing freely. Need a pitch reference? Tap the mic icon to bring the melody back in at a lower volume.
- Is this a karaoke version of "Rock Around The Clock"?
- Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Rock Around The Clock", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
- Can I use "Rock Around The Clock" as a backing track for my instrument?
- Absolutely. Singers, guitarists, violinists, wind players, and instrumental practice in general all work — the piano holds the harmony so you can carry the melody on whatever instrument you play.
- Can I download the accompaniment for "Rock Around The Clock"?
- Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
- Who wrote "Rock Around The Clock"?
- "Rock Around The Clock" was originally performed by Bill Haley & His Comets. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
- What other backing tracks by Bill Haley & His Comets are available?
- Other accompaniments by Bill Haley & His Comets: "Rock Around The Clock". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.
- What is this accompaniment Sheet Music view?
- Same engraver-grade rendering as the standard Sheet Music mode — both hands, classic piano notation, key of Bb, real chord symbols — but the audio is the karaoke / backing-track arrangement of "Rock Around The Clock" with the lead melody removed. Perfect for singers, lead instruments, and ensemble practice.
- Can I sing or play melody while the score follows along?
- Yes. The backing track removes the melody so you can sing or play it on top while the chord changes and rhythm guide you. The engraved score scrolls in time with the audio so you never lose your place.
- Is this the same notation a piano book would show?
- Yes — treble + bass clefs, key signature, time signature, beams, dynamics, and chord symbols above the staff, all rendered from the original publisher MusicXML. Identical reading experience to a printed piano accompaniment book.
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