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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —14 tracks · 3:49
About this song
Do They Know It's Christmas by Band Aid is in C major (estimated), around 116 BPM, 4/4 time. This 14-track arrangement runs 3:49 (Tubular bells, Electric bass (pick), Synth bass 1, Synth strings 1, Choir aahs, Bassoon, and Drums), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, a bridge, and an outro. 2 versions available to play and practice.
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C3 – A4 · 21 semitones (~1.8 octaves)
About the key of C major
C major is the 10th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are C, F, and G.
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