The Camelot Wheel is a simplified representation of the Circle of Fifths, designed specifically for DJs. It uses numbers (1-12) to represent different keys and letters (A for major, B for minor) to indicate the mode.

Inner Ring (Major Keys - A):

• 1A = C Major
• 2A = G Major
• 3A = D Major
• 4A = A Major
• 5A = E Major
• 6A = B Major
• 7A = F# Major
• 8A = C# Major
• 9A = G# Major
• 10A = D# Major
• 11A = A# Major
• 12A = F Major

Outer Ring (Minor Keys - B):

• 1B = A Minor
• 2B = E Minor
• 3B = B Minor
• 4B = F# Minor
• 5B = C# Minor
• 6B = G# Minor
• 7B = D# Minor
• 8B = A# Minor
• 9B = F Minor
• 10B = C Minor
• 11B = G Minor
• 12B = D Minor

The following is sourced from https://dj.studio/blog/dj-mix-chart.

• Rule: Same key to same key
• Energy Change: Neutral
• Description: The most seamless transition possible. Both tracks are in identical keys, creating perfect harmonic compatibility.
• Use Case: Maintaining consistent energy, creating extended mixes

• Rule: Switch between relative major/minor (A ↔ B)
• Energy Change: Neutral to slight mood shift
• Description: Major and minor relatives share the same notes but different tonal centers. Creates subtle mood changes while maintaining harmonic compatibility.
• Use Case: Adding emotional variation without energy disruption

• Rule: Move +2 steps clockwise
• Energy Change: Dramatic increase
• Description: Raises the key by a major second interval, creating a noticeable lift in energy and excitement.
• Use Case: Peak moments, building to drops, creating climactic moments

• Rule: Move +1 step clockwise
• Energy Change: Slight increase
• Description: Moves up by a perfect fifth interval, creating a gentle energy boost that feels natural and uplifting.
• Use Case: Gradual energy building, smooth progression upward

• Rule: Move -1 step counterclockwise
• Energy Change: Slight decrease
• Description: Moves down by a perfect fifth interval, creating a subtle energy drop while maintaining harmonic compatibility.
• Use Case: Gentle energy reduction, creating breathing room in sets

• Rule: Move diagonally across the wheel
• Energy Change: Varies
• Description: Creates interesting harmonic relationships by jumping across the wheel, often used for creative transitions.
• Use Case: Surprising transitions, creative mixing, genre changes

• Rule: Switch major/minor + move 3 steps clockwise
• Energy Change: Dramatic mood change
• Description: Combines a mode change with a significant key shift, creating dramatic emotional transitions while maintaining harmonic compatibility.
• Use Case: Genre transitions, dramatic set changes, emotional storytelling

• Use +1 mixes for gradual building
• Use Energy Boosts for dramatic peaks
• Use -1 mixes for gentle comedowns
• Use Perfect Mixes to maintain energy levels

• Scale Changes add emotional depth
• Mood Shifters create dramatic moments
• Diagonal Mixes surprise the audience
• Combine techniques for complex transitions

• Don’t rely solely on harmonic mixing - rhythm and energy matter too
• Avoid too many dramatic changes in succession
• Consider the musical context, not just the key compatibility

Chain multiple harmonic relationships for extended mixes:

• 1A → 2A → 3A (gradual energy building)
• 5A → 5B → 8B (mood shift with energy change)

Use harmonic mixing to transition between different genres while maintaining musical coherence.