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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —11 tracks · 6:28
About this song
Apart by The Cure is in A minor (estimated), around 82 BPM, 4/4 time. This 11-track arrangement runs 6:28 (Acoustic guitar (nylon), Acoustic guitar (steel), Electric guitar (jazz), Slap bass 2, Choir aahs, Bassoon, and Drums). 3 versions available to play and practice.
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C4 – G5 · 19 semitones (~1.6 octaves)
About the key of A minor
A minor is the 2nd most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are Am, Dm, and Em.
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