8 Facts About the Circle of Fifths that you May Not Already Know

[@zombieguitar]

For those interested in learning about where the 7 diatonic chords come from, I talk about it here: Understanding Diatonic Chord Progressions - kzbin.info/www/bejne/gGSWfKKFbqp5ia8 I didn't mention the dim 7 chord in this video because it doesn't fall into the grouping of 6.

[@johnsilvers3192]

Brian Kelly thank you so much between the circle of fifths video and this one I have not stopped playing or creating since I've watched them it's nice to know exactly what I'm playing for once instead of just hearing it. Truly fantastic videos.

[@wolflahti412]

The grouping of seven is simply counting off seven steps from the preceding key (F in the case of the key of C) - the first three are the major chords in that key, the next three are the minors, and the seventh is the diminished (eg, F C G Dm Am Em B°). No need for an inner circle of minors.

[@williamhogge5549]

Ok, you left out the vii° chord on purpose, but also the V and V7 chords in minor... and I would have liked to see you take it all the way to C# and Cb to show how it includes ALL keys. But good overall... some real high spots. I dig how you're trying to make it easier to learn for the new guys.

[@zombieguitar]

@@williamhogge5549 yes exactly. I have many other videos where I go into harmonic minor and all that great stuff. For this video, a simple "3 major and 3 minot chords in each key" does the trick for a lot of people :).

[@PhillipNeal]

How did you learn all of this... Me? I used to teach and had to and would you play something for us

[@Moabhd2012]

I almost didn’t watch this, I thought it would be just another "Circle of Fifths" video. But this is probably the most informative video on this subject I’ve ever watched! Keep doing what you do, was great, thanks.

[@hendrix5757]

Same. There's an oversaturation of (video) lessons explaining the same mundane applications that the 'circle of 5th's' wheel offers. The content covered here is less promulgated, but more handy in emphasizing the overall inherent functionality the Co5 contains.

[@alexiz.7569]

agreed 100%

[@bengunns]

@@hendrix5757 yes i agree

[@TheScorpionIntuitive]

I agree

[@evasanders7327]

@Marry Christmas yawn..... No it was lame instructors not meeting the needs of there students.... Like answering questions. Just for starters..

[@polerzlebroski4073]

you got the gift to break down concepts and making them accessible to everyone, you’re a very good teacher my man, props.

[@michaelsmusic3532]

You know it !!! I've played music 40+ years and can safely say... Brian is one of the few people on youtube that actually knows what he is doing !

[@htorres11]

@@michaelsmusic3532 and his website even has a "HOW TO BEST USE THIS WEBSITE" video.....a basic than many many KZbin instructors omit. Great stuff BRIAN!

[@JoeJoe-ng9qb]

And willing to share it clearly and simply. That's saying a lot.

[@severalothers]

Finally somebody explains the circle of 5ths in terms I can understand. Thank you Brian, great video.

[@craigesson6944]

After "don't eat yellow snow", this may be one of the most valuable life lessons I have learned. Thanks Brian!

[@johnnysparks44]

I Thought Don't Spit into the Wind was Pretty Good Advise... However do it once and ya Never Need That Advise right on... less ya like spit on yo face... Then ya do it anyway.

[@TheJabernet]

What's wrong with yellow snow? (kidding)

[@johnnysparks44]

@@TheJabernet Needs Garlic.

[@daggmusnewt7645]

I will teach my kids this, they can figure out the snow thing for themselves. Lol.

[@wserafin11]

LOL!

[@LouieShowers]

I have been an academic teacher for 20 years.. guitar player for 30 years.. I want to sincerely compliment you for this valuable info. You are an incredible teacher my friend. You make the info so clear and meaningful! I learned guitar mostly by ear and I am trying to expand by learning theory, particularly the circle of fifths. Thanks man.. I followed you a while back, just wanted to say thanks again!

[@LouieShowers]

@Isiong TV totally

[@colemcleod941]

Your reason for getting a tattoo of the Circle of Fiths on your arm is the most down-to-earth, badass, epic act of self belief I've seen... of all possible reasons to get a tattoo - you got it for yourself.

[@lifeishealingdrisom]

Your explanation was the best I heard on the internet and read in books. Thanks so much for demystifying music theory. Now I can really start improvising

[@zombieguitar]

Laoshur Muntu Isom Harmonizing Fist hey glad to help! Thanks for checking it out!

[@MarkBennett007]

Thanks for the detail on the circle of fifths

[@raytyler3910]

but I suggest dropping the happy vs sad terminology for major vs minor

[@Wilq59r]

Same here.

[@helenstrand2409]

Thank you so much for this video! I've lost count of how many Circle of Fifths videos I've watched. This is the first one that really made sense to me. I think your guitar background gives you a really solid understanding of chord structure and chord progression that comes across so clearly in the video, without having to over-complicate it. And at the same time, you can communicate to those of us that aren't guitarists or on the same level of music theory as you. I'm from the button-pushing side of music (piano, saxophone, clarinet, horn) and you've given me a whole new level of understanding and appreciation. Thank you again!

[@dalton7145]

I second that!

[@modernmusicstudio303]

Love seeing people tech the circle of 5ths on guitar instead of piano! I like how you broke down the circle of fifths into 7 different facts to kind of break it up for better understanding. Nice job!

[@bobpiorun1563]

My take on circle kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z2Wyh6aujcl4j80

[@geralds824]

It has helped me discover more "off key/out of key" chords. I was only using the B flat while in the Key of C. Thank you !! It is awesome !

[@phillipstrommer4668]

B flat in the key of C, that's an element of the Mixolydian mode in you're playing right there!.

[@applejuicedaddy]

legit had an eureka moment of "THAT'S WHAT I'VE BEEN MISSING THIS ENTIRE TIME", great video man

[@stevenjewett4537]

I was tortured as a kid to memorize this and never new what the real reason was.. I’m 59 now and you have made this click in my head for the first time... you’re a brilliant teacher.. congrats my friend.. thank you.. Steven jewett Song writer And Guitarist

[@diggiman01]

Ok, you just helped me to learn, in 20 mins, what took me 3 theory classes and 5years to learn.

[@m.e.langieri4957]

OMG I’m a classically trained flutist and pianist. I practice all my scales everyday and thought I knew the circle of fifths. My flute teacher had me memorize “Friends Can Go Down And Eat Breakfast” (#s) and BEAD Good Clean Fun (b’s) but never took it any further. This video is 21 minutes of enlightenment that makes my guitar so much more fun! Thank you! I signed up for your course this morning. Bravo

[@zombieguitar]

Hey thank you for joining! Much appreciated 😎

[@SJNaka101]

I just started learning about the circle of fifths and every new thing I learn about it blows my mind. My mind was blown several times in this video, thank you!

[@Sonnito]

Thanks, Brian. I like your teaching demeanor and your attitude. You make the material understandable and achievable.

[@frankmccannoniii9352]

This was outstanding. I have had many “live” and video instruction on the Circle. This is most helpful. Thank you.

[@Menozification]

Been playing for double your age and never learned this because I would get lost in the explanation. Not the case here. Finally someone who thinks outside the box. Great job. Thank you Brian

[@jsoo4920]

Your outstanding explanation of the circle of fifths has demystified the musical mysteries that go along with it. I’ve got answers to many questions that I was asking myself about harmony and chords progression since years. Thank you for your generosity to help music learners like me. May God bless you to be an ever better musician.

[@andrsn8995]

I've been self teaching music theory with KZbin for 3 years and this by far is the best explanation I have ever come across... keep up the good work.

[@timmybee2627]

Man I wish I would of had someone like you years ago break it down like this real short n sweet and now it all makes sense thanks for keepin it simple

[@petermarshall4620]

Man, you are so easy to watch and learn from. You got the teaching “it” factor brother. I agree with the others, you have a gift. Thanks!

[@scottwheeler7615]

By far the most informative and easy to understand lesson I've ever seen on this subject. I feel totally reenergized with regards to improving my general understanding of music theory, cheers dude.

[@bobhaake]

This is absolutely the best explanation of the circle of fifths I've found. Great job making something that seams complicated easy to understand.

[@jokermaan1]

Love the way you explain things in such a straightforward and easy to follow way in a really warm and relaxed style that holds the attention! Usually theory is hard to follow and I tend to forget it right away! You hold my interest and put things in a way that's easy to retain. Great teaching. Keep it up!

[@KerryLiv]

Well done Brian! The Circle of 5ths is an essential tool for any guitarist and musician and you explained it better than anyone I've seen!

[@silvanonovalis-kj2dx]

This is the best presentation of the "Circle of Fifths" on KZbin -- very well organized with visuals to make the explanations palpable. An excellent video! Educational time well spent!

[@scootergreen3]

You explained in a way that I can understand. I like the happy and sad version. So true. All my life I have never understood the Circle of Fifths. I understand it better now. You are very intelligent in music. Thanks!

[@vanessacausley6805]

I ve never understood this....looked at several videos .....nothing said it like you did ! Thankyou so much I now see the mystery has unfolded through your brilliant step through the 8 uses this wonderful Circle of Fifths has for us. You are a fantastic teacher !

[@pamelamcpherson4739]

Your explanation of the circle of fifths is right off the charts. I vaguely knew about the circle of fifths but didn't know how to use it to write songs or to hear a song and play it by ear. I'm not even a guitarist, but this is gold to me.

[@moreflowfalls2404]

This is so powerful its mind blowing!!!!! BK deserves an award for unlocking a lot of information here!!! Thanks.

[@aberm4052]

Always suspected there was a logic in there somewhere with 3rds, 5ths, 4ths, relative minors, etc. that I sort of knew about. Your video has opened up this world to me now and it is all starting to make sense. Wish I'd seen this years ago when I was starting to play.....piano. Brilliant instructional video. Thanks!!

[@robertblanks9602]

aberM ditto. Absolutely

[@SangreyAgua]

Totally amazed, keep it up, thanks

[@samschulman7957]

Dude, This was huge. I'm usually confused and frustrated by music theory lessons. You turned on a light in my head with this discussion. Thanks, Sam

[@musicgeniusful]

This is the best explained "Circle of Fifths" tutorial I've ever come across. Very simple & clear. Thank you!

[@ericschwegler7514]

boom bonus fact: as a former trombone player I played in the flat keys more than sharp keys so i learned the circle of fourths... which is just the circle of fifths backwards which is also kind of cool

[@wescolumbus621]

Once we know that "diatonic" means, notes/chords that come from the same scale and once we know that "1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7," is shortcut for (ordinal) numbers, the numbers in the order of the notes/chords in that scale, (ie, 1st note/chord, 2nd, 3rd, etc...), this vid makes great sense! It also helps to know that, from happy/bright, to sad/subdued and all the shades in between, the reason scales which are made of exactly the same notes/chords yet, sound different is that the oder of the notes/chords in these scales start/end on a different "home," or 1st note/chord.

[@MustafaBaabad]

I have never realized that there is actually a systematic way to approach the song writing side. I thought that whether you were born with it or you were born without it. Anyway, I wrote couple of songs (for each of my 3 grand daughters; Rania, Nazira, Elsa), without realizing it. Actually I have implemented that Circle Fifth. Thanks Brian for this very good lesson. Cheers from Indonesia.

[@bilhep]

I've had two failed starts in music learning. In both cases, the Circle Of Fifths was mentioned but your lesson has the greatest impact now. Thanks.

[@philbarlow4921]

The circle of fifths has been an absolute mystery to me since I had heard of it, researched it and tried to understand it. While I'm still waiting for 'the penny to drop' so to speak, your explanation is the only one that provided genuine clarity and insight. I cannot thank you enough. I'm glad that you took the time to make this video.

[@joanbrown5443]

Thank you so much for the best explanation of the Circle of Fifths. This is such a simple, interesting and informative explanation! I have been trying to understand the circle of fifths forever so I will be looking at this video repeatedly.

[@stevef4010]

Best explanation ever. I sorta had a small idea, but your explanation made it click. At least in theory...I'm a hopeless guitar player, but this lesson was great.

[@cjmuchanic4720]

Very well taught and useful for all musicians, regardless of skill level. Excellent job, Brian. Thank you!

[@rf2720]

Hello Brian. Great teaching. 40 years since I ve played. These vids have encouraged me to keep going. Thank you sir.

[@williamedison470]

That lesson was the best I've seen so far on the Circle of Fifths. Thank you Brian

[@richardives6654]

Hey Brian great presentation on the circle of 5ths dude you actually explained it perfectly and totally understandable you got a natural teaching ability keep up the good work brother...

[@ginamartinez70]

Thank you! You made this much easier to understand. I appreciate you taking the time to explain calmly and slow enough so one can wrap their mind around it. A lot of people seem to talk AT you and not TO you. Thanks again, very helpful!

[@zombieguitar]

Gina Martinez hey glad to help! Thanks for checking it out!

[@mattn2463]

I've watched a dozen videos on the circle and yours is by FAR the most informative. Thank you so much

[@teideman09]

The clarity of explanation is exceptional, as I had noticed in your major/minor/dominant etc video. Thanks. You are the man.

[@scottbogger]

Best explanation ever! I have had every music theory music teacher try to explain this circle I purchased a year ago no go ! Thanks it's a go got it so easy why do so many teacher's complicate simplicity? And yes that's myself on a bike I hand built out of 4x8 sheetmetal and tubeing and designed and rode from NH to FL with not an issue in 2005 . You seem to be a pro music teacher!!! Myself a metallurgy Craftsman Saxophonist Pro Drummer for band Adament couldn't hold sticks anymore due to broke neck ! Now just Sax player broke 3 vertebrae and had replaced with metal ones Terminator style for real 10 yrs and on going pain so your teaching has Given me hope to write and play my Bari Sax more freely ?! Thanks Fellow Music Man!!! >Anyone out there "STOP" LISTEN TO WHAT CIRCLE of '5TH's' Music Man, has to teach you his teaching will make you a better musician !!! Thanks again Scott.P

[@zombieguitar]

S PC haha that's awesome Scott! I'm glad to hear that the vid was able to help ya out! And you inspired me too...i would love to do a cross country trip on a bike one day.

[@vladyslav.pechnikov]

Brian, the idea and explanation are very comprehensive. Many THANKS !!!

[@TNungesser]

Brian, you're a freakin genius. I've had teachers before. The last one taught me some about the circle of fifths but not like you. Thanks!

[@philhodges7839]

Here I was stoked I'd finally tackled memorizing the circle so I'd know my sharps and flats better; little did I know it was packed with so much more useful information! Very insightful vid!

[@nothinginparticular6386]

Easiest 5ths circle lesson ever! Awesome breakdown, pleasure to listening to. Thanks again!

[@McLuvin411]

Very insightful video, thanks for the knowledge

[@Lisbonized]

If you want to know what notes are in a key. Look at the Key note and move anti-clockwise (counter clockwise) one note and, including that note, count all seven going clockwise from that note? So from C move back 1 to F and all 7 from F inclusive are in the key of C. Viola!

[@zombieguitar]

Lisbonized I never noticed that. Good point!

[@TheSunshinedreamer1]

Lisbonized Thanx for the quick tip as it makes perfect sense!

[@wolflahti412]

You're teaching the Circle of Fifths and you never noticed that?! o.O

[@tohanov1]

@@zombieguitar You should pin his comment so more people will see it. It's kind of an extended version of your 7-th fact

[@daringetae5136]

Every single key is represented by all the notes A,B,C,D,E,F,G anytime, anywhere, but with their relative sharps and flats of course. Now, the circle of 5ths doesn’t tell you which one are flats or sharps in a particular key if you just go counterclockwise. So, what exactly are you trying to say?

[@firstnamelastname1101]

Very informative video and excellent presentation of these facts. Thanks for sharing. Liked and subscribed.

[@georgehoaau1833]

Thank you for helping me understand this. God bless, Sir!

[@georgehoaau1833]

I just bought your E book "Arpeggios and Modes" !

[@godfreytan1001]

Your explanation is crisp & clear. Probably the best explained Circle of Fifths. Excellent tutorial. Thank you.

[@outlawgranpaw2283]

WOw man...You just kicked some inspiration into my ass! Whole new view of the guitar. Thanx!!!

[@IRVPIANODRIVER]

thank you so much for excellent explanation of circle of 5ths. Don't play guitar, but is quite helpful with piano. Is hard to imagine this was created by Pathagoras hundreds of years ago.

[@oneeyemonster3262]

KEYS are just PITCH. Most of the guitar strings are tune to perfect 4th ascending or perfect 5th descending...Visually it's easy to shift keys on the fly on the fret boards..without rack your brain in Alphabets # or b. It's easier to remember INTERVALS There's 4 other none cluster notes diatonic Parallel scales...The in between Intervals aside from going directly from MAJOR to Minor... The Trick is to learn to PUSH UP or DOWN...From the C MAJOR to C minor AND from A minor to A MAJOR....Modulating to left or right. The possiblities are LIMITLESS...you Dont have to put it all in one song. If you KNOW this....It's actaully esaier to write songs or get creative. The limitations only comes in as play a support roll to the VOCAL range or ability to you vocal or singer. The guitar is more versital...use a CAPO..up tune ..down tune,,ect KEYS are just PITCH. SCREW the capo...that's like playing a half a fretboard or owning 1/2 guitar.lmao You;ll simply have more common chords that will overlap or cross which will simply give you options to push or pull in any directions You can actually play chords from all 12 degree it would all actually harmonize Open chords from CLUSTER NOTES...arnt not cluster...if you play them in different octives...such as 1, 3,b7, #9 ( #9 = b3). They dont clash. Such as playing the maj7 and the octive. If the tension isnt to your liking,,,,simply add note or remove to create less tension, In other words,...COLOR it to ANYTHING YOU LIKE. You can master these scales (35 Modes) Fully extend chords are the samething as Modes...Push and Pull from the MAJOR and MINOR. i did...Im just a person. Your mind will grasp it and retain it. It wont happen over night,,,but if you practice playing them and study them it's do able in a 6 months - 1 year. It just depends if you want to go' through and learn all the possible from One mode degree. The more you learn them..the easier it gets as you go. It's like Phasing from Major to minor...visa versa They had to call/term them somethings...but these 35 mode gives you every possible diatonic intervals within the 12 notes. Dont get hung up on the terms. Learn the intervals. From A minor. G# ....................Harmonic Minor Then F#, G#..... ..Melodic Minor Then D#, F#, G#.. Lydian b3 Then Eb , G#........Harmonic minor b5 if you play C#, F#, G#...it'll simply be A MAJOR Lydian b3 = IV mode of Harmonic MAJOR = Ionian b6 Harmonic minor b5 = Hangerian MAJOR = Ion, #2, #4, b7 or you can remember it like this from the IONIAN MODE PUSH UP #5 #4, #5 #2, #4, #5 b3, #5 PUSH DOWN b6 b3 b3, b6 b3, b5, b6 b3, b6, b7 The other three diatonic (egmatic/cluster notes) MORE OPTIONs....and sounds You can modulated beyound circling up to the 5th or cycling down to the 4th You can go from A min to G min....or A minor to B min (N6) Harmonic minor b2 or melodic minor b2 Double harmonic minor = Harmonic minor #4 Within these parallel scales...there's dim , full diminished or aug. USED THEM they help you shift from KEY to KEY or scales to scales.

[@Jbeliski]

Could you simplify this in any way?

[@oneeyemonster3262]

Keys are just PITCH....The C Major scale has the SAME INTERVALS are the E MAJOR or Gb Major..ect if you can play in C MAJOR/Aminor you can easily play in whatever the heck KEY/PITCH....simple because you can use the fret board like a SLIDE RULER..Slide everything UP TWO frets...whalla D MAJOR side everything down one fret...whalla B MAJOR or you can use a CAPO....playing different keys...simply means you In standard tuning the gutar is tuned a PERFECT 4th or inverted 5th example....The A string as the ROOT G..................................R......... D........................4........5........... A.......................R......... E.............4.........5 From G to B is a Maj 3rd INTERVAL everything is still the same it just shifted UP one fret. It's tuned like that so you can play barr chords easier. E...................6........7..R......... B..................3........... G..................R............ D..................5.............. since keys are just PITCH...you'll get bored out of your damn mind playing the Same old shit in different PITCH. Theres 9 PARALLEL SCALES...7 notes each = 7 modes each. They had to call them something. They all have different INTERVALS..MORE OPTIONS..MORE SOUNDS The Major SCALE is used as the REFERENCE interval basic chords are JUST EVERY OTHER NOTE...no matter the scale you get what you get....it's actually SIMPLE Im listing it PUSHING DOWN from MAJOR to it's parallel minor FRom C MAJOR to C minor Just shift ONE NOTE at a time. In you can do it in C MAJOR/Amin YOU can do it in any key...You basically just going to MIX match. Basically play or write anything you wish or want you. More scales/mode ect....simply will allow you to BLEND or or MIX different sounds. More chords or modes will intersect. It's actaully easier to write or play music if you knows parallel scale..You difinitely won't get stuck in a rut. More sounds to play with. b6 = HARMONIC MAJOR b3 = melodic Minor b3, b6 = Harmonic minor b2, b3 = melodic minor b2 ( N6) b2. b3, b6 = Harmonic minor b2 (N6) b3, b5 = melodic min b5 ... I made that one up....might as will b3, b5, b6 = harmonic minor b5 = III mode of HUNGERIAN MAJOR b3 #4 = Lydian b3 = IV mode of Harmonic MAJOR b3, #4, b6 = Hungarian minor b3, b6, b7 = NATURAL MINOR The lydian b3 is an overlap...that's why I said 9 scales.... You can reverse the process.... PUSH UP from relative minor to MAJOR This way you can push UP or DOWN b3, b6, b7 b3, b6 b3 b2, b3 b2, b3, b6 ect...... You'll get used to it....Dont freak out There's not HUNDREDS or thousands...Just 9 scales with 7 modes each = 63. or like this 1.........2.......3..4.........5........6........7..8 The five notes that's in between....b2, b3, b5, b6, b7 b3, b6, b7........b2 or b5 Notice how I listed them....it's so you can keep track easier. Im not fucking with your head..Im giving you the INTERVALS or Music theory HACKed.lol

[@Jbeliski]

So the circle of fifth deals with perfect fifths. Is there a way to use the circle of fifths idea to adapt it to these parallel modes? Or no.

[@oneeyemonster3262]

Yes....These parallel scale helps make keys shifting smoother or more optional.... I'll explain in in D Minor.....so you might see it better. It's in the center of the fretboard..Just pretend the CAPO is at the 5th fret. Im basically going to use the Natural minor as my REFERENCE Lets' say I play D Harmonic minor b2... You can play the Eb note a MAJOR or maj7 The G min is the IV chord or Dorian. The Eb maj7 will be as if it's Eb Lydian I can also alter back and forth be the C Mix or C dorian.. The only different between Mix and Dor is maj3 or b3 i can also Modulate to C minor as the tonic The Eb Maj7 will as if it's Ionian The G minor will simply be the V of C Minor I can still play the D minor as the II of C melodic minor or G7 into C minor......C harmonic minor or melodic minor I can also play G7, A7 into D min...( D melodic minor) I can also play the D lydian b3, Mix b2 Which is A HARMONIC MINOR.. The A Mix b6 is the V mode of D melodic minor. The A Harmonic MAjor is just Mix b6 with a LEADING TONE Or I can Play A min, chord..it's Phrygian while in D minor If I play A min, D, min, EMAJ or E7...Fmaj7.. Most peaple would recognize that sound..Typical A Hamornic minor.. But I started in D minor... These other scales also have FULL DIMISNISHED or AUG.. They're SYMETRICAL.... Just keep it simple....you'll get use to it... b3, b6. b7 are bascailly the SECOND ARPEGGIO of the I, IV, V chords... Just practice switching those three chords back and forth between MAJOR or minor... example A min......D min.....E min A min......D min.....E7 A min D7..........E7 then alter the II chord ( B dim..to B min to B7 to B maj7) So you can play B7 into E minor...while in A minor or from A minor That's what the #4 is...it's the second arpgeggio of the B chord. The #4 is also a leading tone into the V ( E minor) A lydian b3....B mix b2....E Harmonic MAJOR Mix b2, b6 is just the phrygian dominanant...V of Harmonic minor. You can also play dim chords into MAJOR or Minor A harmonic MAJOR and minors...both have possible full diminised as the VII, II, IV, vi G#...B.....D.....F. You can also use it to shift to other Keys.. B into C D into Eb F into F# G# into A The melodic minor will help you make is movement...( whole step dim) example....F# dim , G# dim into A... You could had easily played F# into G...as will...instead of playing the G# The melodic minor is just DORIAN with a LEADING TONE In other words...while A minor....play A min...B dim...C# INTO D MELODIC MINOR The E minor will simply be the II chord ( E dorian b2) In other words if you wanted to modulate from A minor TONIC to D minor TONIC. You basically cycle down to the 4th or F MAJOR You could also could had easily played C Aug into F Minor... ( F minor as the new TONIC) As is said Augemented chords are also SYMMETRICAL A harmonic minor....C....E.....G# The E will simply acts as a LEADING TONE into F minor The F lydian #2 is also a possible MAJ , min or DIM chord C phrygian dominant???? into F harmonic minor 1., 3, b6....it;s still all MAJ rd intervals. Youll get used to the SOUNDS and these different movements.. Dont freak out. Just hit me up anytime you want...I explain it to as simplest way

[@musicalpurpose2566]

I have a circle of fifths tattoo as well...Btw, I memorized it by the word BEAD greatest common factor (GCF).

[@rykrodflo]

That is cool. I was just thinking about getting it tattoed, i guess great minds think alike

[@mitchellstrasser2590]

can always count cw 5ths and ccw 4ths as well if you forget just off your guitar fret board

[@musicalpurpose2566]

Another thing I made up to help me memorize 3rds is ACEGBDFA. It helped because I can easily remember what notes are in a chord because if they are spelled correctly they will always consist of those three note Triads. This also helps me easily access the notes that are 5th, 7th,9th, 11th, or 13th away. You just need to remember to add the correct accidentals which come from knowing your key signatures.

[@michaelsmusic3532]

@@rykrodflo I'm getting a COF tattoo as soon as I figgure out where Bcuz I'm already sleeved out. I see quite a number of people wanting to get the circle inked on 'em. We should all form a Zombie cult !

[@musicalpurpose2566]

I've had mine for about 4 years and designed it rather than for my own information. All of the letters are inverted so that my student can read my arm easily. I went through the music theory program at my local College and they ingrained this information into my brain.

[@Sean3339]

Awesome job, Brother! I’ve been a performing guitarist for well over 30 years now, and you showed me a new, unique way of looking at the Circle! You’re never too old to learn something new... LOL

[@wserafin11]

Heard the “BEAD” combination in reference to finding notes on the guitars neck and found it of interest on “The Circle of Fifths” lesson here. “Bead” represents the first four notes on the 7th fret starting with the low E or 6th string. Since the first and sixth strings are both E notes you now know five of the six notes on the 7th fret. Look at the notes on either side of “BEAD” and you now know ten more notes on the neck etc. I really appreciate this “Circle of Fifths” lesson because it really has lots of useful information put into a very understandable format! I’ll watch it again several more times to really drive it home!

[@wserafin11]

Yes BEAD is found on the 7th fret!! Starting on the 6th string it is BEADF#B

[@johncox8950]

"When the student is ready the teacher will appear"

[@adrianbrome6652]

❤❤❤ this quote, John. Especially hits the heart because I am a Junior School teacher. Whose original is it?

[@michaelsmusic3532]

Very profound grasshopper

[@thetoolmat8632]

Dam, spot on quote

[@michaelsmusic3532]

@@thetoolmat8632 You know it The universe doesn't fuck around !

[@allamjoji55]

once again a big thank u; so many doubts been clarified

[@pericabenic4413]

Well done man, thanks very much.

[@darionjams]

4 years later and this video is still helping people improve thank you my friend ❤️

[@dyermker250]

I've been an ambient noodler for the better part of forty years. Always felt as though I was musically dyslexic when came to musical theory/fundamentals. Seriously speaking here. I could listen and comprehend but couldn't put it into action. That all changed 180 degrees after watching Brian's channel. Mr. Kelly is able to communicate in very simple, very specific and relatable, guitar theory and fundamentals. He does this better, quicker, and more simply than anyone/ teacher , I've ever seen or heard. Brilliant, Im forever thankful.

[@spicecrop]

Thanks man, the parallel minor grouping I did not know. That's really great. and useful.

[@zombieguitar]

spicecrop nice...glad you were able to get some value from this!

[@930Tony]

Best CoF lesson ive seen so far - subscribed

[@zombieguitar]

Phyllobates Terribilis Awesome! Thanks for subscribing!

[@asdf9890]

I don't have any tats but that is one I would consider getting!

[@michaelsmusic3532]

Me too ... and I've seen a few other comments of others doing the same Let's all get circle of fifth tattoos and form a Zombie cut !!! ~ Michael #1 Zombie

[@adrianbrome6652]

Thanks, Brian. Your tutorial has really simplified this concept theoretically. Just need to go practise what you have taught. I heard some musicians using the term "The Circle of 4ths". Is that another name given to the Circle of 5ths or is this a totally different musical system?

[@zombieguitar]

Yup, if you move clockwise the chords move in 5ths. If you move counterclockwise, the chords move in 4ths. 4ths and 5ths are reciprocals 😀

[@adrianbrome6652]

Okay. Was wondering. Thank you for your speedy response. Continue to empower others selflessly with your knowledge & make the Godgiven gift of music easier to understand. This world could do with a lot of altruism & cheer now. Music is definitely a medium. Have a Good day!

[@themikerider]

Excellent video Brian. You had me engaged, and enjoyed getting these facts about the circle! Thank you for putting it up.

[@dinkaboutit4228]

Dude. I'm 40 something years old. I've been falling asleep 2 minutes into explanations of the Circle of Fifths since I was 12, which has always troubled me because I learn most things quite easily. This is by far the best, clearest explanation of the subject that I've ever seen, and I really felt something click into place when I watched. Thanks. Now explain differential equations to me!

[@jamesdey5556]

The fact that I'm learning Pythagorean philosophy from a show called "Zombie Guitar" speaks well for our culture

[@zombieguitar]

😁😁😁

[@michaelsmusic3532]

Hell yeah !!! Don't U love it !!!

[@matthewtoomer2181]

This is the video that i wanted. I use it for key changes in my trance sets but this is what i wanted for guitar playing. Now i just need to learn more chords and i now know how to write 1541 chord progressions! Its so friggin simple. And the barrowing chords i liked and can find usefull thanks bro much apprieciated. Im now a pro at reading it hahaha still need to memorize it but i will let my mucsle memory do that Ps who thumbed down?? Whats wrong with you this is an awsome explaination of the circle of 5ths. Ive hardly used it and never knew it was so easy to understand I actually got a free music theory lesson out of this which i could use for adding tension notes to my trance leads. Im a scale player dont do chords excelent lesson so i thumbed up 👍

[@zombieguitar]

Hey thanks a lot for the words man! I'm glad I was able to help you make some mental connections with this lesson!

[@amarpanray]

Amazing lesson Brian. Anybody ever tell you that you sound like Adam Sandler? :D

[@bariswheel]

Out of all the circle of fifths videos I saw, this is the only one that packs a punch with respect to why the theory is HELPFUL and USEFUL. Thanks for providing examples and such and sharing this.

[@mccloysong]

Thank you. It was enlightening. I will definitely be using #5 "Borrowing from the parallel key" to identify out-of-scale voicings to add that unexpected left turn I love adding in melody. Good job.

[@dayglo98]

Tip to remember the order of the sharps as they appear : Father Charles Goes Down and Ends Battle (F C G D A E B) Flats : Battle Ends And Down Goes Charles Father (B E A D G C F)

[@pavichapin]

Fat Cats Go Dancing At Earnie's Bar

[@adamyoung6797]

@@pavichapin Father Christmas gets drunk and eats babies.

[@sttarch5150]

Fine cute girls dance among eager boys.

[@aku7598]

Father Can Go Dancing After Eating Black (sharp) Fish.. Flat...B E A D G(girl) Both Gb and F# on 6 oclock...

[@williamhogge5549]

Fat Charlie Gets Drunk At Every Bar... What are good ones for the flats?

[@นิธิรุจน์ธนาสุขบุณยดิษฐ์]

thank you so much

[@zombieguitar]

Lek 3D Visualizer you’re welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@luigimangili7719]

9 fact: il you want to know which si the relative minor of each note you have to count three in clockwise direction .... sorry for my english....

[@michaelsmusic3532]

Thank you my friend !

[@stephenhaynes2461]

Also the relative minor is at 90 degrees clockwise

[@michaelsmusic3532]

@@stephenhaynes2461 Thanks for you help with tips, I have channel that I'll be posting new tutorial vid on also 40 + years expierience ! kzbin.info/door/h5GY7QF25vsjvc86i2r7gQ

[@Sabre00]

This video has not been liked nor watched enough. I was absolutely blown away by the wealth of information contained in this video. Great work!!!

[@robmaguire6689]

Thank you Brian. This was a lightbulb moment for me. Clear cut, precise and to the point.

[@blackie75]

what's happening with something like House of the Rising Sun, where it's in Am but there's a D and E major in there? EDIT: never mind, you answered it later...they come from the parallel major key of A :)

[@michaelsmusic3532]

LOL Yeah ... there's a lot in music theory and he covers material very completely

[@mangkuryente9260]

Try key of G

[@IRVPIANODRIVER]

No mention of 7th chord...what’s up? Is this not part of diatonic scale?

[@zombieguitar]

IRVPIANODRIVER the diminished vii chord doesn’t fit into the grouping of 6 so I didn’t mention it in this lesson.

[@capeheartriz]

that's what threw me off.....I was thinking....where is the 7th?......still..interesting relationships...nice job

[@MustacheVerra]

Thanks for clarifying that.

[@jason.hansen]

the diminished vii is a tricky one, I suppose it's easier to ignore it and focus on the 6 diatonic chords. I understand your reasoning, and outlining the primary 6 chords was helpful, thanks!

[@ronnor58h]

Nice job, one step closer to getting this crap, I am seriously mentally challenged when it comes to this and I am always looking for ways to understand, thank you much for the tutorial it was helpful... Subscribed.

[@howardsix9708]

ok, i really wish, ok, that you woulnt keep saying, ok, "ok", at the end of each sentence, ok ?

[@lucasvarela9632]

Lol chillll

[@justinandsheba]

Please leave the internet immediately, you buffoon.

[@incog.1678]

Best teacher on youtube period, keep it up man! Thank you!

[@guydelorme417]

Excellent presentation. I find your description exceptional for me. I tried to understand the CIRCLE for a few years I only manage to understand major and minor keys. As a saxophone you open the door not to get lost in improvisation. Thank you again.

[@josephplunkett7424]

This might be the single best explanation of the circle of fifths that I have ever heard. I get it now. Much appreciated Brian.

[@clearspot1267]

Thank you so much Brian. I have watched quite a few of your videos and they are ALWAYS brilliant. No bullshit, showing off and talking about yourself, you just get right into the detail and teach people what they need to learn. You are the best teacher on youtube - period. Keep up the good work man! I’ve learnt so much from you. Thank you.

[@johnfields1442]

Looking at the circle of Fifths it was put together very nicely and well presented Brian

[@jurgenmohr7424]

Great explanation! Well done!!

[@akabennypesos]

All these years, and it was right in front of me 🤯 Thanks for the vid 🤘🏾

[@allanr1771]

This is by FAR the most clear and concise explanation of how to use the CoF. Great Job!

[@alanhorton236]

I heard of this video the other day and haven’t hardly put my bass down since. Shared it with several people I know who are learning. Maybe the most informative guitar/bass.... music in general I’ve ever seen. Lessons I’ve taken or videos I’ve watched. Thanks for changing my life dude.

[@zombieguitar]

That's awesome to hear!! Glad to help, and thanks for watching 🤘

[@jakevenablesmusic9600]

Nice one Brian ! Great info on the wheel with straight up delivery.... I like the BEAD on either side to memorise too

[@musachi5999]

This is the piece of the music knowledge puzzle I've been searching for!!! Now I can finally jam all day long, following these facts have opened up a whole new aspect of playing guitar for me. Thank you!!

[@michaelcraig2450]

The first time in 40 years, I get it. Great lesson and you are an outstanding teacher. Thank you.