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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —16 tracks · 3:42
About this song
Ebony and Ivory by Paul McCartney is in E major (estimated), around 81 BPM, 4/4 time. This 16-track arrangement runs 3:42 (Bright acoustic piano, Electric piano 1, Electric piano 2, Harpsichord, Electric bass (finger), Choir aahs, and Drums). 2 versions available to play and practice.
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B2 – C♯5 · 26 semitones (~2.2 octaves)
About the key of E major
E major is the 5th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are E, A, and B.
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