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

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  • @zombieguitar
    @zombieguitar  6 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    For those interested in learning about where the 7 diatonic chords come from, I talk about it here:
    Understanding Diatonic Chord Progressions - th-cam.com/video/J33KoO9EFSM/w-d-xo.html
    I didn't mention the dim 7 chord in this video because it doesn't fall into the grouping of 6.

    • @johnsilvers3192
      @johnsilvers3192 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      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
      @wolflahti412 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      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
      @williamhogge5549 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      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
      @zombieguitar  5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@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
      @PhillipNeal 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

  • @Moabhd2012
    @Moabhd2012 5 ปีที่แล้ว +354

    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
      @hendrix5757 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      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
      @alexiz.7569 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      agreed 100%

    • @bengunns9500
      @bengunns9500 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@hendrix5757 yes i agree

    • @Magic-of-Self-Discovery
      @Magic-of-Self-Discovery 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I agree

    • @evasanders7327
      @evasanders7327 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @polerzlebroski4073
    @polerzlebroski4073 4 ปีที่แล้ว +158

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

    • @michaelsmusic3532
      @michaelsmusic3532 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      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
      @htorres11 ปีที่แล้ว

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

    • @JoeJoe-ng9qb
      @JoeJoe-ng9qb 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @craigesson6944
    @craigesson6944 4 ปีที่แล้ว +60

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

    • @johnnysparks44
      @johnnysparks44 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      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
      @TheJabernet 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      What's wrong with yellow snow? (kidding)

    • @johnnysparks44
      @johnnysparks44 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@TheJabernet Needs Garlic.

    • @daggmusnewt7645
      @daggmusnewt7645 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

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

    • @wserafin11
      @wserafin11 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      LOL!

  • @colemcleod941
    @colemcleod941 5 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    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.

  • @severalothers
    @severalothers 5 ปีที่แล้ว +69

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

  • @LouieShowers
    @LouieShowers 4 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    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
      @LouieShowers 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Isiong TV totally

  • @diggiman01
    @diggiman01 4 ปีที่แล้ว +24

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

  • @Sonnito
    @Sonnito 5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

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

  • @lifeishealingdrisom
    @lifeishealingdrisom 6 ปีที่แล้ว +119

    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
      @zombieguitar  6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

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

    • @MarkBennett007
      @MarkBennett007 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks for the detail on the circle of fifths

    • @Matt-nf7ss
      @Matt-nf7ss 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Laoshur Muntu Isom Harmonizing Fist No doubt, I feel the same way!!

    • @raytyler3910
      @raytyler3910 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

    • @Wilq59r
      @Wilq59r 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same here.

  • @helenstrand2409
    @helenstrand2409 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    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
      @dalton7145 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I second that!

  • @clearspot1267
    @clearspot1267 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    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.

  • @johncox8950
    @johncox8950 4 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    "When the student is ready the teacher will appear"

    • @adrianbrome6652
      @adrianbrome6652 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

    • @michaelsmusic3532
      @michaelsmusic3532 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Very profound grasshopper

    • @thetoolmat8632
      @thetoolmat8632 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Dam, spot on quote

    • @michaelsmusic3532
      @michaelsmusic3532 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @scottwheeler7615
    @scottwheeler7615 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    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.

  • @frankmccannoniii9352
    @frankmccannoniii9352 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

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

  • @jokermaan1
    @jokermaan1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    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!

  • @themikerider
    @themikerider 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

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

  • @petermarshall4620
    @petermarshall4620 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    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!

  • @jsoo4920
    @jsoo4920 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    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.

  • @mattn2463
    @mattn2463 3 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @freebird9824
    @freebird9824 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You have enlightened me very clear on this circleof fiths. Been trying to figure it out for ages. Thank you sooooooomuch... LEGEND!!!

  • @vladyslav.pechnikov
    @vladyslav.pechnikov 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

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

  • @teideman09
    @teideman09 3 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @Jimmythepin
    @Jimmythepin 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have just discovered your vids, Brian. They are golden. Thanks man.

  • @SJNaka101
    @SJNaka101 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    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!

  • @stevenjewett4537
    @stevenjewett4537 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    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

  • @rf2720
    @rf2720 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @bilhep
    @bilhep 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    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.

  • @geralds824
    @geralds824 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    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
      @phillipstrommer4668 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @ginamartinez70
    @ginamartinez70 6 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    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
      @zombieguitar  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @danielschwartz1228
    @danielschwartz1228 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Man you are real good. I've been interested in this stuff for a long time and your explanation has really cleared up a lot of things

  • @andrsn8995
    @andrsn8995 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

  • @timmybee2627
    @timmybee2627 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    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

  • @silvanonovalis-kj2dx
    @silvanonovalis-kj2dx 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

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

  • @Scarcraih
    @Scarcraih 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You made some things clear to me that were very unclear for years. I’ve been watching a ton of your videos. You are a gifted teacher. Thank you for taking the time to share your knowledge.

  • @learnlanguagesthroughsongs1646
    @learnlanguagesthroughsongs1646 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much! This is precious. Your lesson of circle of fifths is the best on youtube I've seen so far!

  • @KerryLiv
    @KerryLiv 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    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!

  • @McLuvin411
    @McLuvin411 6 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Very insightful video, thanks for the knowledge

  • @musachi5999
    @musachi5999 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    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!!

  • @ErnieHines1
    @ErnieHines1 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent, Brian, simply brilliant. Thank you! Will greatly help in my composing & structure of songs.

  • @ericschwegler7514
    @ericschwegler7514 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    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

  • @jimg5413
    @jimg5413 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Really Nice Explanations and Diagrams. Very Clear. Thank You!

  • @incog.1678
    @incog.1678 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @robmaguire6689
    @robmaguire6689 3 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @cjmuchanic4720
    @cjmuchanic4720 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

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

  • @moreflowfalls2404
    @moreflowfalls2404 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

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

  • @goodgoat3096
    @goodgoat3096 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just found this channel and love it. The information is presented clearly and well organized, thanks. At 72 years old I am actually learning again.

  • @samschulman7957
    @samschulman7957 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    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

  • @applejuicedaddy
    @applejuicedaddy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

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

  • @modernmusicstudio303
    @modernmusicstudio303 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    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
      @bobpiorun1563 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      My take on circle th-cam.com/video/14OVsxXdEYk/w-d-xo.html

  • @yogeshranjan4214
    @yogeshranjan4214 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you, Brian. Your lessons have been a major help. You're a fantastic teacher.

  • @Byzmax
    @Byzmax ปีที่แล้ว

    Only recently found your channel. You have managed to explain what no other could seem to do.
    Outstanding

  • @joanbrown5443
    @joanbrown5443 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    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.

  • @m.e.langieri4957
    @m.e.langieri4957 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    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
      @zombieguitar  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hey thank you for joining! Much appreciated 😎

  • @musicgeniusful
    @musicgeniusful 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @tommore3263
    @tommore3263 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Really very good practical , helpful and applicable lesson. Glad I signed up for your program. Very good value in support of the beauty of music.

  • @clintbarton3926
    @clintbarton3926 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Brilliant. I learned the hard way memorizing this stuff. Meanwhile on my music stand right in front of my face everyday I have the circle of fifths taped to it. I never realized it's all right there. Great video.

  • @scootergreen3
    @scootergreen3 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    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!

  • @darionjams
    @darionjams 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @CarlSeeger
    @CarlSeeger 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brian, I’ve been looking at the Circle of Fifths, and looking at videos explaining it for years. I’ve never truly understood how to put it to work for me. That is until I discovered your videos! Bloody fantastic! You have another very happy and empowered subscriber! Thanks!🙏

  • @richardives6654
    @richardives6654 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    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...

  • @firstnamelastname1101
    @firstnamelastname1101 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

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

  • @billpugh58
    @billpugh58 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Best video by far on this subject! You are a great teacher, solid, practical and understandable. great job Mr Kelly.

  • @bmoraski
    @bmoraski 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are awesome man. Thanks for breaking this wide open for me.

  • @scottbogger
    @scottbogger 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    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
      @zombieguitar  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      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.

  • @toastedmediauk3556
    @toastedmediauk3556 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Brilliant, i wish they made this sound as concise as this at music college. It was just over 20 years ago now.
    Thanks Brian, i don't need to transpose in my head anymore 😊

  • @mikehawkins7763
    @mikehawkins7763 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks Brian . You are like the root note of guitar information . i used to start with your information as a restarted beginner but even now a couple of years later I always seem to find myself resolving back to your totally harmonised and succinct information .For theory or practical you are the man

  • @godfreytan1001
    @godfreytan1001 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @umbertoong-aban2601
    @umbertoong-aban2601 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you for your presentation.it realy help you a lot, the relation between notes and chords.

  • @pericabenic4413
    @pericabenic4413 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Well done man, thanks very much.

  • @filipk9073
    @filipk9073 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video ! Tons of useful and well explained information. Thanks !

  • @tuckasamms
    @tuckasamms 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well done again Brian-so informative with a straightforward method for learning. An absolute credit to you mate-many thanks again from the UK

  • @Menozification
    @Menozification 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    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

  • @aberm4052
    @aberm4052 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    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!!

  • @guydelorme417
    @guydelorme417 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    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.

  • @firesong83
    @firesong83 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is one of the most informative videos I have ever seen. You, sir, are absolutely outstanding!

  • @outlawgranpaw2283
    @outlawgranpaw2283 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

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

  • @allamjoji55
    @allamjoji55 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

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

  • @bobhaake
    @bobhaake 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

  • @jakevenablesmusic9600
    @jakevenablesmusic9600 3 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @wescolumbus621
    @wescolumbus621 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    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.

  • @stevef4010
    @stevef4010 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    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.

  • @philbarlow4921
    @philbarlow4921 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    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.

  • @JohnnyBGood-ii8kt
    @JohnnyBGood-ii8kt 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    One thing I would mention, is when you understand the circle of 5ths it will help you to figure out songs, and what chords they are using, and how they are moving from where to where and why.

  • @SangreyAgua
    @SangreyAgua 6 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Totally amazed, keep it up, thanks

  • @stephensnow771
    @stephensnow771 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You're a badass, brother. I so appreciate the way you explain things. Calm, collected, knowledgeable, and always very well explained. So appreciated!

  • @hardwoodflooringguy1
    @hardwoodflooringguy1 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you, Brian. You give this knowledge a more practical application than many of the more elaborate info videos.

  • @MustafaBaabad
    @MustafaBaabad 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    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.

  • @musicalpurpose2566
    @musicalpurpose2566 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

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

    • @rykrodflo
      @rykrodflo 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

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

    • @mitchellstrasser2590
      @mitchellstrasser2590 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

    • @musicalpurpose2566
      @musicalpurpose2566 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      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
      @michaelsmusic3532 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@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
      @musicalpurpose2566 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      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.

  • @nothinginparticular6386
    @nothinginparticular6386 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

  • @vociferousrich3316
    @vociferousrich3316 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Outstanding!! Helped so much.

  • @TNungesser
    @TNungesser 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    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!

  • @spicecrop
    @spicecrop 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

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

    • @zombieguitar
      @zombieguitar  6 ปีที่แล้ว

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

    • @930Tony
      @930Tony 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Best CoF lesson ive seen so far - subscribed

    • @zombieguitar
      @zombieguitar  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Phyllobates Terribilis Awesome! Thanks for subscribing!

  • @williamedison470
    @williamedison470 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

  • @gggfx4144
    @gggfx4144 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is so helpful; I was linked here by Classic FM which highlighted how you immediately start composing chord progressions off the circle - this is exactly what I wanted, so much helpful information in one video - thankyou!

  • @IRVPIANODRIVER
    @IRVPIANODRIVER 6 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    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
      @oneeyemonster3262 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      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
      @Jbeliski 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Could you simplify this in any way?

    • @oneeyemonster3262
      @oneeyemonster3262 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      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
      @Jbeliski 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      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
      @oneeyemonster3262 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      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

  • @matthewtoomer2181
    @matthewtoomer2181 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    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
      @zombieguitar  6 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @Ariztid
    @Ariztid 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing stuff! Just found out about this Circle of 5ths stuff through another one of your videos and I've been playing for 4 years! My mind is blown!

  •  5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for being so clear and concise in your explanations.

  • @user-iw7vz3gp1p
    @user-iw7vz3gp1p 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    thank you so much

    • @zombieguitar
      @zombieguitar  6 ปีที่แล้ว

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