cycles of fifths

A form of cycle of fifths — 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.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of cycle of fifths
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