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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —9 tracks · 1:51
About this song
Hawaii Five-O by The Ventures is in D minor (estimated), around 163 BPM. This 9-track arrangement runs 1:51 (Electric guitar (clean), Acoustic bass, Timpani, Trumpet, Trombone, French horn, and Drums). 4 versions available to play and practice.
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About the key of D minor
D minor is the 3rd most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are Dm, Gm, and Am.
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Hawaii Five-O appears on the soundtrack of A Very Brady Sequel, The Tao of Steve: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack, The Trini Lopez Show: Original TV Special Soundtrack.