Atmosphere

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Key: C# majorestTempo: 110 BPMestTime signature: 4/4

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100%8 tracks · 3,147 notes · C# major · 110 BPM· 4:15Recommended
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Bernard Sumner Synth 1
Bernard Sumner Synth 2
Ian Curtis Vocals
Ian Curtis Guitar
Peter Hook Bass
Tambourine
Bell Tree
Drumkit
95%6 tracks · 3,515 notes · C# major · 110 BPM· 4:18
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Intro
Verse 1
Interlude
Synth Solo
Verse 2
Interlude
Synth Solo
Bridge
Chorus
Outro
Synth
Strings
Lead Vocals
Guitar
Bass
Drums

Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —8 tracks · 4:15

About this song

Atmosphere by Joy Division is in C# major (estimated), around 110 BPM, 4/4 time. This 8-track arrangement runs 4:15 (Overdriven guitar, Electric bass (pick), Synth strings 1, Bassoon, Pad 2 (warm), and Drums). 2 versions available to play and practice.

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DrumsAdvanced
7.68 notes/sec
OtherIntermediate
0.59 notes/sec
BassBeginner
1.91 notes/sec
GuitarBeginner
0.6 notes/sec
OtherBeginner
0.92 notes/sec

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About the key of C# major

C# major is the 22nd most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are C♯, F♯, and G♯.

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