What's The Circle of Fifths ?

Now that you are familiar with the 6 previous patterns, you can try to play them following the circle of fifths (or circle of fourths). The circle of fifths is a useful device when you want to practice scales, chords or arpeggios over the twelve keys. Generally it is presented in the form of a circular diagram that shows the sharps and flats in each key, and how a key works in relation to one another. You can check this out Interactive circle of fifths by Rand Scullard.

Blues Arpeggios Following The Circle of Fifths

Here are twelve blues arpeggios related to the twelve musical keys.