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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —9 tracks · 4:36
About this song
Bastille Day by Rush is in G major (estimated), around 225 BPM, 4/4 time. This 9-track arrangement runs 4:36 (Acoustic guitar (steel), Overdriven guitar, Distortion guitar, Electric bass (pick), Lead 2 (sawtooth), and Drums), with 3 choruses, a bridge, a solo, and an outro. 3 versions available to play and practice.
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D4 – E5 · 14 semitones (~1.2 octaves)
About the key of G major
G major is the 7th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are G, C, and D.
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