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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —9 tracks · 3:19
About this song
Hurdy Gurdy Man by Donovan is in G major (estimated), around 78 BPM, 4/4 time. This 9-track arrangement runs 3:19 (Acoustic guitar (steel), Electric guitar (clean), Overdriven guitar, Distortion guitar, Electric bass (finger), Lead 6 (voice), and Drums). 1 version available to play and practice.
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B2 – F3 · 6 semitones (~0.5 octaves)
About the key of G major
G major is the 7th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are G, C, and D.
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Hurdy Gurdy Man appears on the soundtrack of Spun.