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Salty Dog by Chet Atkins is in A major (estimated), around 200 BPM, 4/4 time. This 6-track arrangement runs 1:07 (Acoustic guitar (nylon), Acoustic guitar (steel), Electric bass (pick), and Banjo). 1 version available to play and practice.
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A major is the 9th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are A, D, and E.
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