The A♯ Major 6 chord is a four-note chord made up of A♯, C♯♯, E♯, and F♯♯.
Construction
A♯ Major 6 = Root + Major 3rd + Perfect 5th + Major 6th = A♯ · C♯♯ · E♯ · F♯♯
| Note | Interval | Degree |
|---|---|---|
| A♯ | Root | 1 |
| C♯♯ | Major 3rd | 3 |
| E♯ | Perfect 5th | 5 |
| F♯♯ | Major 6th | 6 |
A♯ Major 6 Inversions
| Position | Notes |
|---|---|
| Root Position | A♯ – C♯♯ – E♯ – F♯♯ |
| 1st Inversion | D – F – G – A♯ |
| 2nd Inversion | F – G – A♯ – D |
| 3rd Inversion | G – A♯ – D – F |
Key Signature
A chord has no key signature of its own, but the A♯ Major 6 is the tonic (I) chord of A# Major, whose key signature has 2 flats (B♭, E♭).
B♭E♭
Order of flats
Flats are added in a fixed order — the reverse of the sharp order. Each new flat key adds the next flat on the list.
B♭E♭A♭D♭G♭C♭F♭
Mnemonic: Battle Ends And Down Goes Charles’ Father
Chords in the Key of A♯ Major
These are the triads built on each degree of the A♯ major scale:
Same Notes, Other Names
The notes A♯ – C♯♯ – E♯ – F♯♯ aren’t exclusive to this chord. Depending on which note is the bass and how the chord functions, the same pitches also spell:
A♯ Major 6 — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the A♯ Major 6 chord on piano?
The A♯ Major 6 chord contains the notes A♯ – C♯♯ – E♯ – F♯♯. On piano, play these notes together to sound the chord.
What notes are in the A# Major 6 chord?
A# Major 6 is built from the A# root. Check the interactive keyboard above for exact notes and fingering.
How is the A# Major 6 chord used in music?
A# Major 6 appears in jazz, pop, and classical contexts. Its sound depends on the chord quality (Major 6).
What is the fingering for A# Major 6?
See the fingering chart above. Right hand typically uses thumb on root. Left hand uses pinky on root.
What are the inversions of A# Major 6?
Use the inversion buttons above to see each inversion with notes, fingering, and staff notation.
Can I substitute A# Major 6 for A# Major?
Yes — the sixth adds warmth for a vintage jazz sound.