E Major 6
Notes:E ā G# ā B ā C#
Formula:Root - Major 3rd - Perfect 5th - Major 6th
Intervals:1-3-5-6
Notes
E Major 6 Inversions
| Position | Notes |
|---|---|
| Root Position | E4 ā G#4 ā B4 ā C#5 |
| 1st Inversion | G#4 ā B4 ā C#5 ā E5 |
| 2nd Inversion | B4 ā C#5 ā E5 ā G#5 |
| 3rd Inversion | E4 ā G#4 ā B4 ā C#4 |
Key Signature
The key of E Major 6 has 4 sharps: FāÆ, CāÆ, GāÆ, DāÆ.
FāÆCāÆGāÆDāÆ
Theory: Intervals
Formula: Root - Major 3rd - Perfect 5th - Major 6th
Intervals: 1-3-5-6
The E 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.
E Major 6 ā Frequently Asked Questions
What notes are in the E Major 6 chord?
E6 contains: E, G#, B, C#. Major triad with major sixth.
How does E6 differ from Emaj7?
E6 has C# (sixth). Emaj7 has D# (seventh).
How does E6 differ from C#m7?
Same four notes, different root.
How is E6 used?
Vintage jazz, country, rock.
What songs use Major 6th?
Swing, country.
Can I substitute E6 for E Major?
Yes.
Practice Tips
- Play E Major then add C#.
- E6 and C#m7 same notes.
- Vintage sound.
- Country and rock.
- Compare with Emaj7.
- Warm tonic alternative.