Question 1

What key is "The Best of Times" in?

Accepted Answer

"The Best of Times" by Dream Theater is in the key of C minor.

Question 2

What is the BPM of "The Best of Times"?

Accepted Answer

"The Best of Times" has a tempo of 171 BPM (fast).

Question 3

What chords are in "The Best of Times"?

Accepted Answer

The main chords in "The Best of Times" are: C, G, Fmaj7, E, Dm7b5, Am, Ab, Eb.

Question 4

Is "The Best of Times" easy to play on guitar?

Accepted Answer

"The Best of Times" is a challenge for advanced players — it uses 8 chords including barre or complex shapes: C, G, Fmaj7, E, Dm7b5, Am, Ab, Eb.