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D Major

The key of triumph, of Hallelujahs, of war-cries, of victory-rejoicing.


Character

Christian Schubart’s characterization, from Ideen zu einer Ästhetik der Tonkunst (1806), translated by Rita Steblin:

The key of triumph, of Hallelujahs, of war-cries, of victory-rejoicing. Thus, the inviting symphonies, the marches, holiday songs and heaven-rejoicing choruses are set in this key.

At a Glance

Attribute Value
Tonic D
Mode Major
Key signature 2 sharps
Relative B Minor

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