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Everything you need to know about C Major
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The key of C Major is the most basic and widely used key in music theory. It is the root of the common practice period, and is the key of the white keys on a piano. It is the most symmetrical of all keys; it contains no sharp or flat notes, and it is the only major key to have no accidentals. It is also the most tonally balanced of all keys, making it a popular choice for beginners.