English Explanatory Dictionary

cycle of fifths

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A sequence of bass notes at intervals of one perfect fifth lower than the previous note. In twelve-tone equal temperament the sequence repeats every twelve tones, forming a cycle.

Word forms

cycle of fifths cycles of fifths circle of fifths
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