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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —2 tracks · 0:27
About this song
Bookends Theme by Paul Simon is in E major (estimated), around 80 BPM, 2/4 time. This 2-track arrangement runs 0:27 (Acoustic guitar (steel) and Lead 6 (voice)). 1 version available to play and practice.
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E3 – C♯4 · 9 semitones (~0.8 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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