When did the Beatles perform their rooftop concert at 3 Savile Row?
The Beatles performed their rooftop concert on the 30th of January 1969. This event took place from the roof of their Apple Corps headquarters located at 3 Savile Row.
Questions about The Beatles' rooftop concert
Short answers, pulled from the story.
Who organized the construction of the stage for the Beatles rooftop performance?
Mal Evans organized the construction of a stage on the Apple rooftop. He also wrote in his diary that the concept arose after fresh air was taken on the roof.
What instruments did each Beatle use during the rooftop concert?
John Lennon played an Epiphone Casino while Paul McCartney used a Höfner violin bass. George Harrison played a custom rosewood Fender Telecaster and Ringo Starr utilized a Ludwig drum kit.
Why did the Metropolitan Police stop the Beatles rooftop concert?
Metropolitan Police officers arrived to stop the noise because confusion spread among public members taking their lunch breaks nearby. Officers ascended just as the second take of Don't Let Me Down began and ended the performance after the third take of Get Back.
How many complete takes of songs were recorded during the Beatles rooftop session?
Nine complete takes of five songs filled the forty-two minute set. Three versions of Get Back appeared alongside two each of Don't Let Me Down and I've Got a Feeling.