theoretical key

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theoretical key (plural theoretical keys)

  1. (music theory) a key with key signature which exceedes 7 sharps or 7 flats. In music using equal temperament its pitch coincides with its enharmonic
    G-sharp major is a theoretical key, enharmonic of A-flat major.
    The scale C-flat major is a theoretical key, enharmonic of B major.

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