Using the Circle of Fifths on Piano - Music Theory

Using the Circle of Fifths on Piano - Music Theory

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Performing Arts

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

15:41

The video tutorial explains how to use the circle of fifths to transition between musical keys. It covers the structure of the circle, including major and minor keys, and demonstrates techniques for moving both down and up in fifths. The tutorial provides practical examples, showing how to modulate from one key to another using pivot chords and accidentals, offering a straightforward method for musicians to expand their improvisation and composition skills.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the middle circle of the Circle of Fifths represent?

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE

30 sec • 1 pt

When moving one key to the left on the Circle of Fifths, what do you gain?

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the first flat added when moving from C major to F major?

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE

30 sec • 1 pt

Which key do you reach after adding E flat to F major?

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the result of moving from C major to C flat major using the Circle of Fifths?

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a pivot chord?

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE

30 sec • 1 pt

Which accidental is needed to move from C major to G major?

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the next key to the right of G major on the Circle of Fifths?

9.

MULTIPLE CHOICE

30 sec • 1 pt

How many sharps are there in C# major?

10.

MULTIPLE CHOICE

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main benefit of using the Circle of Fifths for musicians?

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