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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —9 tracks · 6:55
About this song
Astronomy by Blue Öyster Cult is in E minor (estimated), around 90 BPM, 4/4 time. This 9-track arrangement runs 6:55 (Acoustic grand piano, Overdriven guitar, Distortion guitar, Electric bass (finger), Synth choir, Lead 6 (voice), and Drums), with an intro, 5 verses, a bridge, a solo, and an outro. 3 versions available to play and practice.
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G3 – G4 · 12 semitones (~1 octaves)
About the key of E minor
E minor is the most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are Em, Am, and Bm.
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