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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —2 tracks · 2:41
About this song
National Seven by John Renbourn is in E minor (estimated), around 146 BPM, 4/4 time. This 2-track arrangement runs 2:41 (Acoustic guitar (nylon) and Lead 6 (voice)), with an intro, 4 verses, and an outro. 2 versions available to play and practice.
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D3 – E4 · 14 semitones (~1.2 octaves)
About the key of E minor
E minor is the most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are Em, Am, and Bm.
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