Chord & FretC6 — major sixth
Notes on C: C – E – G – AFormula: 1 – 3 – 5 – 6In the formula, the numbers count steps of the major scale starting from the note that names the chord; "b" lowers a half step, "#" raises one — and a slash names the bass note.
The sixth chord adds the major sixth to the triad. It usually sounds warmer and more conclusive than maj7, with less weight on the seventh.
The same chord on all four instruments
Where to use it: Song tonic in choro and country; a warm, light ending.
The shapes of C6 don't end on this page — the whole neck holds dozens. In Chord & Fret, you check it note by note, playing any shape as an arpeggio; open every variation on the neck, grouped by bass note; and change the tuning — the shape rewrites itself. Start free. Unlock everything with Pro. 100% offline.
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