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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —9 tracks · 5:33
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Castle Walls by Styx is in C minor (estimated), around 129 BPM, 4/4 time. This 9-track arrangement runs 5:33 (Percussive organ, Electric guitar (jazz), Overdriven guitar, Distortion guitar, Electric bass (pick), Lead 2 (sawtooth), and Drums), with alternating verses and choruses, a bridge, and a solo. 1 version available to play and practice.
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G3 – A♯4 · 15 semitones (~1.3 octaves)
About the key of C minor
C minor is the 8th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are Cm, Fm, and Gm.
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