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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —2 tracks · 3:30
About this song
Quicksand by David Bowie is in E minor (estimated), around 120 BPM, 4/4 time. This 2-track arrangement runs 3:30 (Acoustic guitar (steel) and Lead 6 (voice)), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, and an outro. 1 version available to play and practice.
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E4 – A5 · 17 semitones (~1.4 octaves)
About the key of E minor
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