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Key
Eb
Difficulty
Intermediate
Capo
None
Chords
Eb · Fm · Bb · Ab · Cm · Gm
Pure Imagination Chords – Guitar
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Key
Eb
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Eb · Fm · Bb · Ab · Cm · Gm
Pure Imagination Chords – Ukulele
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Key
Eb
Difficulty
Intermediate
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Eb · Fm · Bb · Ab · Cm · Gm
Pure Imagination Chords – Piano
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Key
Eb
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Eb · Fm · Bb · Ab · Cm · Gm
Pure Imagination Chords – Banjo
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Key
Eb
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Eb · Fm · Bb · Ab · Cm · Gm
Pure Imagination Chords – Mandolin
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Key
Eb
Difficulty
Intermediate
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Eb · Fm · Bb · Ab · Cm · Gm
Pure Imagination Chords – Harmonica
A dreamy, magical song from “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory” with jazzy chord changes.
Musical (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 1st fret and play D, Em, A, G, Bm, F#m shapes. Let the chords flow dreamily.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
Eb – Fm
Bb – Eb
Fm – Bb
Eb
Verse 2
Ab – Gm
Fm – Bb
Ab – Gm
Fm – Bb
Chorus
Eb – Cm
Fm – Bb
Eb – Cm
Ab – Bb
Eb
Verse 3
Eb – Fm
Bb – Eb
Fm – Bb
Eb
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Pure Imagination"?
You need 6 intermediate-friendly chords: Eb, Fm, Bb, Ab, Cm and Gm.
Is "Pure Imagination" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated intermediate and uses only 6 chords in the key of Eb, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Pure Imagination" in?
It is in the key of Eb.
Who wrote "Pure Imagination"?
It was written by Leslie Bricusse, Anthony Newley, and released in 1971.