B Major 6
Notes:B ā D# ā F# ā G#
Formula:Root - Major 3rd - Perfect 5th - Major 6th
Intervals:1-3-5-6
Notes
B Major 6 Inversions
| Position | Notes |
|---|---|
| Root Position | B4 ā D#5 ā F#5 ā G#5 |
| 1st Inversion | D#5 ā F#5 ā G#5 ā B5 |
| 2nd Inversion | F#5 ā G#5 ā B5 ā D#6 |
| 3rd Inversion | B4 ā D#5 ā F#5 ā G#4 |
Key Signature
The key of B Major 6 has 5 sharps: FāÆ, CāÆ, GāÆ, DāÆ, AāÆ.
FāÆCāÆGāÆDāÆAāÆ
Theory: Intervals
Formula: Root - Major 3rd - Perfect 5th - Major 6th
Intervals: 1-3-5-6
The B Major 6 is built by stacking intervals from the root note. The formula Root - Major 3rd - Perfect 5th - Major 6th describes the scale degrees used. The intervals 1-3-5-6 show the distance between each note in the chord.
B Major 6 ā Frequently Asked Questions
What notes are in the B Major 6 chord?
B6 contains: B, D#, F#, G#. Major triad with major sixth.
How does B6 differ from Bmaj7?
B6 has G# (sixth). Bmaj7 has A# (seventh).
How does B6 differ from G#m7?
Same notes, different root.
How is B6 used?
Vintage jazz, pop-rock.
What songs use Major 6th?
Swing, jazz.
Can I substitute B6 for B Major?
Yes.
Practice Tips
- Play B Major then add G#.
- B6 and G#m7 same notes.
- Vintage sound.
- All sharps ā distinctive shape.
- Compare with Bmaj7.
- B6 and Cb6 enharmonic.