King of the Surf Guitar

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Dick Dale

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Key: E minorestTempo: 122 BPMestTime signature: 4/4

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68%1 tracks · 489 notes · E minor · 122 BPM· 2:07Recommended
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About this song

King of the Surf Guitar by Dick Dale is in E minor (estimated), around 122 BPM, 4/4 time. This 1-track arrangement runs 2:07 (Electric guitar (clean)). 1 version available to play and practice.

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About the key of E minor

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