Blues Before Sunrise
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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —5 tracks · 1:59
About this song
Blues Before Sunrise by Eric Clapton is in D major (estimated), around 100 BPM, 4/4 time. This 5-track arrangement runs 1:59 (Distortion guitar, Electric bass (pick), Lead 6 (voice), and Drums), with an intro, 2 verses, and a solo. 1 version available to play and practice.
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B3 – A4 · 10 semitones (~0.8 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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