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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —17 tracks · 6:17
About this song
Shudder Before the Beautiful by Nightwish is in D minor (estimated), around 190 BPM, 4/4 time. This 17-track arrangement runs 6:17 (Acoustic grand piano, Distortion guitar, Electric bass (pick), Timpani, String ensemble 1, Choir aahs, and Drums), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, a bridge, a solo, and an outro. 2 versions available to play and practice.
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D3 – D5 · 24 semitones (~2 octaves)
About the key of D minor
D minor is the 3rd most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are Dm, Gm, and Am.
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