C6 piano chord
C major sixth
- Symbol
- C6
- Notes
- C – E – G – A
- Formula
- 1 – 3 – 5 – 6
On a computer you can also use the keys A W S E D F T G Y H U J K.
The keyboard below is loaded with C6. Play it, change a note and see what the chord becomes.
How to play C6
Press C – E – G – A together. With the right hand, try 1–2–3–5, or play the root with the left hand and the other notes with the right.
Inversions
An inversion puts a different chord tone in the bass. The chord keeps its name; only the lowest note changes.
Practice C6 until it sticks
ChordWise recognizes C6 the moment you play it and drills you on it with the coach, in every inversion.
