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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —10 tracks · 3:02
About this song
Time and a Word by Yes is in C major (estimated), around 76 BPM, 4/4 time. This 10-track arrangement runs 3:02 (Drawbar organ, Acoustic guitar (steel), Electric guitar (clean), Electric bass (pick), String ensemble 1, String ensemble 2, and Drums), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, and an outro. 2 versions available to play and practice.
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G3 – G4 · 12 semitones (~1 octaves)
About the key of C major
C major is the 10th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are C, F, and G.
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