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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —12 tracks · 4:20
About this song
Ticket to Heaven by Dire Straits is in D major (estimated), around 117 BPM, 4/4 time. This 12-track arrangement runs 4:20 (Acoustic grand piano, Bright acoustic piano, Acoustic guitar (nylon), Acoustic guitar (steel), Electric guitar (jazz), Electric bass (finger), and Drums). 4 versions available to play and practice.
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D3 – G4 · 17 semitones (~1.4 octaves)
About the key of D major
D major is the 6th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are D, G, and A.
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