The CIRCLE OF 5THS is a very important tool to have in your toolbox as a guitarist and a musician in general. Join me as I break down the concept in this easy music theory for guitar lesson.
It’s easy to get intimidated with music theory when all we really want to do is be able to play our favourite songs. Understanding this concept will make you a more literate and well rounded musician. It’s actually really simple and easy to understand.
Circle of 5ths Video Concepts
In this lesson you will learn:
1. What the circle of fifths is.
2. How to draw it.
3. How to apply it to music.
Chapters
0:39 What Is The Circle Of 5ths
1:20 Order Of Sharps
1:34 Order Of Flats
1:58 Musical Alphabet
2:29 Drawing The Circle
9:38 Application
ACTION STEPS
Be sure to watch this video a few times if necessary to make sure you grasp all the concepts.
Step 1 – Write out the musical alphabet.
Step 2 – Grab a piece of paper and write down the order of sharps and flats.
Step 3 – Now practice writing out the circle of fifths. Refer back to the video if you get stuck or need help!
All you need is twenty minutes a day of practice! Good luck and see you in the next video! Do you have any problems or questions at all with this lesson? Be sure to write me a message and I will get back to you.
If you are new to the guitar and want to get off on the right foot, check out my Beginner Guitar Bootcamp series where I start at the very beginning and work you through four beginner guitar lessons. You will learn all the basics and end with learning your first song.
Happy Playing!