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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —6 tracks · 3:35
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Alameda by Elliott Smith is in A# major (estimated), around 80 BPM, 4/4 time. This 6-track arrangement runs 3:35 (Acoustic guitar (steel), Electric guitar (clean), Electric bass (finger), Choir aahs, Lead 6 (voice), and Drums), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, a bridge, a solo, and an outro. 1 version available to play and practice.
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D♯3 – A4 · 18 semitones (~1.5 octaves)
About the key of A# major
A# major is the 21st most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are A♯, D♯, and F.
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