Black Balloon

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John Renbourn

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Key: E minorestTempo: 220 BPMestTime signature: 4/4

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69%1 tracks · 518 notes · E minor · 220 BPM· 2:23Recommended
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69%1 tracks · 517 notes · E minor · 220 BPM· 2:23
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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —1 track · 2:23

About this song

Black Balloon by John Renbourn is in E minor (estimated), around 220 BPM, 4/4 time. This 1-track arrangement runs 2:23 (Acoustic guitar (steel)). 2 versions available to play and practice.

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