Study chart
Circle of fifths
Each step clockwise is a perfect fifth higher. Each step counterclockwise is a perfect fifth lower (or a fourth higher). This chart is for key signatures. It does not tell fortunes and it does not play recordings.
Sharp keys, clockwise from C
Flat keys, counterclockwise from C
Relative minors sit a minor third below each major key: A minor under C, E minor under G, and so on. Enharmonic pairs such as F♯ major and G♭ major share a pitch class and differ in spelling.
When to use this chart
Use it to remember how many sharps or flats a major key carries, and which key sits a fifth away. Then confirm a fifth with the interval calculator (C to G is P5, seven semitones).
If you need sounding chord names after a capo, use transpose and capo instead of this chart.
Note names are C, D, E, F, G, A, and B. In some countries the note B is written H; this page uses B.
Questions
Is this astrology or a personality test?
No. It is a key-signature map for practice.
Does the chart play audio?
No. Nothing on this page hosts or downloads songs.
Why do F♯ and G♭ both appear?
They are enharmonic major keys. Choose the spelling that matches the music in front of you.