Circle
of Fifths

Discover key relationships, relative minors, compatible scales, chord progressions, and modulation ideas used in hip-hop, R&B, pop, gospel, orchestral, EDM, and film scoring.

Click Any Key

Select a key on the Circle of Fifths to see its relative minor.

Major Keys

The outside ring represents the twelve major keys arranged by perfect fifths.

Relative Minor

Every major key shares the same notes with one relative minor key.

Producer Tip

Neighboring keys usually transition smoothly when changing sections of a song.

Songwriting

Use the Circle of Fifths to build stronger chord progressions and memorable hooks.