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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —9 tracks · 3:47
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Matilda by alt-J is in D major (estimated), around 145 BPM, 4/4 time. This 9-track arrangement runs 3:47 (Electric piano 1, Acoustic guitar (steel), Electric guitar (jazz), Synth bass 2, Alto sax, Lead 1 (square), and Drums), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, and an outro. 1 version available to play and practice.
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A2 – D4 · 17 semitones (~1.4 octaves)
About the key of D major
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