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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —5 tracks · 3:08
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The First Nowell by Eric Johnson is in D major, around 108 BPM, 3/4 time. This 5-track arrangement runs 3:08 (Acoustic guitar (nylon), Acoustic guitar (steel), Electric guitar (clean), and Distortion guitar), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, a solo, and an outro. 2 versions available to play and practice.
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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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