The C♯ Major 6 chord is a four-note chord made up of C♯, E♯, G♯, and A♯.
Construction
C♯ Major 6 = Root + Major 3rd + Perfect 5th + Major 6th = C♯ · E♯ · G♯ · A♯
| Note | Interval | Degree |
|---|---|---|
| C♯ | Root | 1 |
| E♯ | Major 3rd | 3 |
| G♯ | Perfect 5th | 5 |
| A♯ | Major 6th | 6 |
C♯ Major 6 Inversions
| Position | Notes |
|---|---|
| Root Position | C♯ – E♯ – G♯ – A♯ |
| 1st Inversion | F – G♯ – A♯ – C♯ |
| 2nd Inversion | G♯ – A♯ – C♯ – F |
| 3rd Inversion | A♯ – C♯ – F – G♯ |
Key Signature
A chord has no key signature of its own, but the C♯ Major 6 is the tonic (I) chord of C# Major, whose key signature has 7 sharps (F♯, C♯, G♯, D♯, A♯, E♯, B♯).
F♯C♯G♯D♯A♯E♯B♯
Order of sharps
Sharps are added to a key signature in a fixed order. Each new sharp key adds the next sharp on the list.
F♯C♯G♯D♯A♯E♯B♯
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Chords in the Key of C♯ Major
These are the triads built on each degree of the C♯ major scale:
Same Notes, Other Names
The notes C♯ – E♯ – G♯ – A♯ aren’t exclusive to this chord. Depending on which note is the bass and how the chord functions, the same pitches also spell:
C♯ Major 6 — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the C♯ Major 6 chord on piano?
The C♯ Major 6 chord contains the notes C♯ – E♯ – G♯ – A♯. On piano, play these notes together to sound the chord.
What notes are in the C# Major 6 chord?
C# Major 6 is built from the C# root. Check the interactive keyboard above for exact notes and fingering.
How is the C# Major 6 chord used in music?
C# Major 6 appears in jazz, pop, and classical contexts. Its sound depends on the chord quality (Major 6).
What is the fingering for C# 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 C# Major 6?
Use the inversion buttons above to see each inversion with notes, fingering, and staff notation.
Can I substitute C# Major 6 for C# Major?
Yes — the sixth adds warmth for a vintage jazz sound.