Tke Closing Ode
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verse 1
C7 F C7
As Fraters in the Bond
F C7 F Bb
We pledge our lasting loyalty
D7 Gm D7 Gm G7 C C7
To our beloved Fraternity
F Dm C G7 C
Tau Kappa Epsilon
verse 2
C7 F C7
By friendship's magic wand
F F7 Bb
This Tie that bind each Heart of us
Bbm F
Becomes a living part of us
Bb Gm7 C9 C7 F
Tau Kappa Epsilon
verse 3
C7 F C7
As Fraters here we've learned
F C7 F Bb
A lesson in sweet Charity
D7 Gm D7 Gm G7 C C7
From rites of our Fraternity
F Dm C G7 C
Tau Kappa Epsilon
verse 4
C7 F C7
So let us be concerned
F F7 Bb
To cherish with undying Love
Bbm F
Our Fraters in Esteem and Love
Bb Gm7 C9 C7 F
Tau Kappa Epsilon
How to play Tke Closing Ode
Use the controls above to change the key and text size. Follow the highlighted chords while listening, then practice each section slowly before playing at the original tempo.
What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is C7. You can transpose without leaving the page.
Can I play it on guitar or keyboard?
Yes. The chord progression works on acoustic guitar, electric guitar and keyboard. Adapt the voicings to your instrument and level.