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Island in the Sun

Alcatrazz verified
Key: C#M
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↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ -
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Song Fundamentals
Key C#m (C# Minor)
Tempo / BPM Tempo: Not available
Tuning Standard
Time Signature 4/4
Difficulty Level Medium
Capo Position No Capo
Chord Count 4 Unique Chords
Genre Classical
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Strumming Pattern ↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ -
Time Signature 4/4
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Island in the Sun by Alcatrazz is played in the key of C#m. Arranged in the natural sounding key of C#m in standard guitar tuning without a capo, 'Island in the Sun' by Alcatrazz utilizes direct fretboard shapes to project full open-string acoustic warmth and resonance throughout every section. Replace full barre B major with an ergonomic open B7 (x21202) voicing, offering significantly lighter fretting resistance for developing fingers during long practice sessions. The primary progression challenge lies in switching between C#m and B: keep your fingers hovering close to the fretboard rather than flying off between changes. Set your metronome at an initial practice tempo of 66 BPM in 4/4 time to master the '↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ -' strumming groove, emphasizing steady downstrokes on beats one and three before accelerating toward the studio speed of 92 BPM.
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Harmonic Progression
Progression Pattern (Roman Numerals)
i – ♭VII – i – ♭VII – i – VI
Song chords:
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C#m B A E

Chords that repeat most frequently throughout the verse and chorus.

more_horiz Auxiliary / Transition Chords
This song focuses on a minimalist 4-chord foundation.

Used as harmonic transition variations in intro, bridge, or outro.

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Capo & Sounding Key
Sounding Key C#M Acoustic pitch of original recording
No Capo sync_alt Raises the pitch of open strings
Fingering Shape Key C#M Open chord finger positions

The song is played in its original key of C#m without a capo.

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piano Chord Family C#M

Diatonic Matrix

This song is built on the key of C#M. Here are the 7 diatonic chords (Chord Family) that harmonize according to music theory:

i C#m Tonic
ii° D#dim Supertonic
III E Mediant
iv F#m Subdominant
v G#m Dominant
VI A Submediant
VII B Subtonic

speed Difficulty Level: Medium

Difficulty Determinants for This Song:
check_circle Uses 4 unique chords throughout the song
check_circle Requires 2 barre chord shapes (C#m, B)
dna MUSICAL DNA:
KEY: C#M • TEMPO: Tempo: Not available • PROG: i – ♭VII – i – ♭VII – i – VI • DIFF: 3/5 • CAPO: 0

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quiz How to play the easy chords for Island in the Sun (Alcatrazz)?

To play the Easy Chords for Island in the Sun, toggle the Easy Chords button above the workstation canvas. This version is designed with beginner-friendly open chords to make transitions easier without barre chords.

quiz What are the basic guitar chords and original key for Island in the Sun?

The original recording key for Island in the Sun by Alcatrazz is C#M. You can use the Transpose (+ / -) feature anytime to adjust the pitch to match male or female vocal ranges automatically.

quiz Is audio sync and auto-scroll available for practice?

Yes, ChordGitar.in features touch-free Auto-Scroll with speed control, as well as an integrated player so your tempo and rhythm practice stays precise.

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Island in the Sun - Alcatrazz

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