Circle of Fifths
The Circle of Fifths is a fundamental tool in music theory that shows the relationships between the 12 different keys in Western music. It's arranged in a circle where each key is separated by an interval of a perfect fifth (seven semitones).
How to Use:
- Select a key to see its relationships with other keys
- Click on any key to hear how it sounds with the selected key
- Outer circle shows major keys
- Inner circle shows relative minor keys
Key Features:
- Color-coded functional relationships (I, IV, V, etc.)
- Shows relative minor keys for each major key
- Interactive audio playback for interval comparison
- Displays chord function in the selected key
Key:
-6
Tonic (I)
Dominant (V)
Subdominant (IV)
Supertonic (ii)
Mediant (iii)
Submediant (vi)
Leading Tone (vii°)