In the show's debut season, Wednesday Addams (played by Jenna Ortega) performs the Rolling Stones' hit on a balcony at Nevermore Academy. The arrangement is noted for its:
Paint It, Black (from Wednesday) Sheet Music Download by Wednesday Addams for Cello Solo
: Professional cellists have praised Ortega's "dedication for making her cello playing as realistic as possible," even though experts can still spot minor technical differences from a real performance. Popular Covers and Sheet Music Paint It Black From Wednesday Cello Version
: The specific "classical-shaded treatment" used in the scene earned a 2024 Grammy nomination for Best Arrangement, Instrumental or A Cappella, crediting Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, and composers like Esin Aydingoz and Chris Bacon. Behind the Scenes
: The actual cello track featured in the series was performed by cellist Máté Olvéti . In the show's debut season, Wednesday Addams (played
: The track builds from a moody solo to a "full rock 'n' roll" energy that mirrors Wednesday's own dark intensity.
While Jenna Ortega underwent a three-month intensive training period to learn cello fingerings and postures, the audio itself was recorded by professional musicians: Behind the Scenes : The actual cello track
The popularity of the scene sparked a wave of digital content and resources for aspiring musicians: Go to product viewer dialog for this item.