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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —11 tracks · 5:32
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Black Cow by Steely Dan is in A major (estimated), around 92 BPM, 4/4 time. This 11-track arrangement runs 5:32 (Electric grand piano, Harpsichord, Electric guitar (clean), Electric bass (finger), Synth brass 1, Alto sax, and Drums), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, a solo, and an outro. 3 versions available to play and practice.
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E3 – C♯5 · 21 semitones (~1.8 octaves)
About the key of A major
A major is the 9th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are A, D, and E.
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