Sep 11 (edited) • Theory Made Simple
🎼 The Circle of Fifths… Made Simple
The Circle of Fifths looks complicated at first, but it’s actually one of the most useful shortcuts in music. Here’s how to think about it:
- Each step clockwise adds a sharp (G, D, A, E, etc.).
- Each step counter-clockwise adds a flat (F, Bb, Eb, etc.).
- Major and relative minor keys share the same “slice” (C major & A minor, G major & E minor, and so on).
👉 Why it matters:
- It helps you know which chords “fit” together.
- It makes transposing (changing key) way less scary.
- It’s the secret to spotting patterns in almost any piece of music.
What’s been your experience with the Circle of Fifths?
- “I’ve used it before.”
- “I’ve seen it but don’t get it.”
- “What even is that??”
Drop your answer below — I’ll make sure to share some examples that match where you’re at.
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🎼 The Circle of Fifths… Made Simple
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