cycle of fifths

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Definition of cycle of fifths in English English dictionary

A sequence of bass notes at intervals of a perfect fifth lower than the previous note. In equal temperment the sequence repeats every twelve tones, forming a cycle

The composition modulates upwards through the cycle of fifths, eventually returning to the original key.

Hyphenation

cy·cle of fifths

Turkish pronunciation

saykıl ıv fîfs

Pronunciation

/ˈsīkəl əv ˈfəfs/ /ˈsaɪkəl əv ˈfɪfs/