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Welcome to our tutorial on the C 6 chord, a member of the Major Chords family. The C6 chord is constructed from the notes C, E, G, and A, and is built using the 1, 3, 5, and 6 intervals. These intervals correspond to the Root, Major Third, Perfect Fifth, and Major Sixth respectively.

If you're new to understanding chord notations, you might want to brush up on this first. In the case of the C6 chord, the '6' denotes the inclusion of the Major Sixth interval. This is what gives the chord its unique sound.

For those interested in the theory behind chord construction, you can learn more about how chords are built by stacking intervals. This tutorial will provide a solid understanding of the basic music intervals, which are the building blocks of all chords.

Our tutorial will guide you through how to play the C6 chord with detailed chord diagrams and fretboard patterns. These visuals will show you exactly where to place your fingers on the fretboard to achieve the correct sound. For a deeper understanding of this, you might also want to check out our fretboard intervals tutorial.

The C6 chord is part of the sixth (6) guitar chords family, which are often used in a variety of music genres. Understanding how to play this chord will open up a new range of possibilities for your guitar playing.

Happy strumming!

C 6 chord Notes:

C E G A

Formula of the Major Sixth chord:

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Play This Chord With Other Roots

C 6 | D 6 | E 6 | F 6 | G 6 | A 6 | B 6 | C#6 | D#6 | F#6 | G#6 | A#6 | Ab6 | Bb6 | Db6 | Eb6 | Gb6

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FAQ

What is the difference between a C Major chord and a C6 chord?

A C Major chord is fundamentally built from the notes C, E, and G (the root, major third, and perfect fifth). The C6 chord expands on this by adding one more note: A, which is the Major Sixth interval from C. This additional note gives the C6 chord its distinctive and often richer sound.

What does the '6' in the C6 chord name signify?

The '6' in the C6 chord name specifically denotes the inclusion of the Major Sixth interval. This means that, in addition to the root, major third, and perfect fifth that form a major triad, the chord also contains the note corresponding to the Major Sixth from the root.

How are the specific notes of the C6 chord determined?

The notes for the C6 chord are determined by its root note, C, and a specific set of intervals. These intervals are the Root (C), Major Third (E), Perfect Fifth (G), and Major Sixth (A). Combining these four notes creates the C6 chord.

How does the C6 chord sound different, and in what music genres is it often used?

The C6 chord has a unique sound that is often described as bright, open, or slightly sweet, distinct from a standard major chord due to the added Major Sixth. This characteristic sound makes it popular across various music genres, including jazz, blues, country, and some forms of pop music, to add harmonic color.

Is the C6 chord considered a major chord?

Yes, the C6 chord is part of the Major Chords family. It includes the fundamental major triad (Root, Major Third, Perfect Fifth) and simply extends it by adding the Major Sixth interval, maintaining its overall major quality.

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