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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —5 tracks · 5:20
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Sifting by Nirvana is in E minor (estimated), around 120 BPM, 4/4 time. This 5-track arrangement runs 5:20 (Distortion guitar, Electric bass (pick), Lead 6 (voice), and Drums), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, a solo, and an outro. 6 versions available to play and practice.
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E3 – B4 · 19 semitones (~1.6 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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