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Illumination Theory

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Dream Theater (2013)progressive metalTop 5%14:53SpotifyYouTubeApple MusicDeezerTidal
Key: D minorestTempo: 95 BPMestTime signature: 4/4

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86%4 tracks · 8,133 notes · D minor · 95 BPM· 14:53Recommended
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About this song

Illumination Theory by Dream Theater is in D minor (estimated), around 95 BPM, 4/4 time. This 4-track arrangement runs 14:53 (Overdriven guitar and Distortion guitar). 1 version available to play and practice.

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About the key of D minor

D minor is the 3rd most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are Dm, Gm, and Am.

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