F Major 6
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F6
F – A – C – D
Formula:Root - Major 3rd - Perfect 5th - Major 6th
Intervals:1-3-5-6
Scale Degrees:1-3-5-6
Introduction
The F Major 6 chord is a four-note chord made up of F, A, C, and D.
Notes
F Major 6 Inversions
| Position | Notes |
|---|---|
| Root Position | F – A – C – D |
| 1st Inversion | A – C – D – F |
| 2nd Inversion | C – D – F – A |
| 3rd Inversion | F – A – C – D |
Key Signature
The key of F Major 6 has 1 flat.
B♭
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 F Major
These are the diatonic triads built on each degree of the F major scale:
C
D
E
F
G
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
A
B
I — F Major (major)
Theory: Intervals
Formula: Root - Major 3rd - Perfect 5th - Major 6th
Intervals: 1-3-5-6
The F 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.
F Major 6 — Frequently Asked Questions
What notes are in the F Major 6 chord?
F6 contains: F, A, C, D. Major triad with major sixth. All white keys.
How does F6 differ from Fmaj7?
F6 has D (sixth). Fmaj7 has E (seventh).
How does F6 differ from Dm7?
Same four notes, different root.
How is F6 used?
Vintage jazz, swing, country. All white keys — easy to play.
What songs use Major 6th?
Swing era, country, Hawaiian.
Can I substitute F6 for F Major?
Yes — warmer tonic.
Practice Tips
- F6 is all white keys (F–A–C–D) — one of the easiest 6th chords.
- F6 and Dm7 same notes.
- Vintage jazz tonic.
- As IV in C Major, F6 adds warmth.
- Compare with Fmaj7.
- Sweet, nostalgic sound.
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