G Major 6
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G6
G – B – D – E
Formula:Root - Major 3rd - Perfect 5th - Major 6th
Intervals:1-3-5-6
Scale Degrees:1-3-5-6
Introduction
The G Major 6 chord is a four-note chord made up of G, B, D, and E.
Notes
G Major 6 Inversions
| Position | Notes |
|---|---|
| Root Position | G – B – D – E |
| 1st Inversion | B – D – E – G |
| 2nd Inversion | D – E – G – B |
| 3rd Inversion | G – B – D – E |
Key Signature
The key of G Major 6 has 1 sharp.
F♯
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♯
Mnemonic: Father Charles Goes Down And Ends Battle
Chords in the Key of G Major
These are the diatonic triads built on each degree of the G major scale:
C
D
E
F
G
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
A
B
I — G Major (major)
Theory: Intervals
Formula: Root - Major 3rd - Perfect 5th - Major 6th
Intervals: 1-3-5-6
The G 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.
G Major 6 — Frequently Asked Questions
What notes are in the G Major 6 chord?
G6 contains: G, B, D, E. Major triad with major sixth.
How does G6 differ from Gmaj7?
G6 has E (sixth). Gmaj7 has F# (seventh).
How does G6 differ from Em7?
Same four notes, different root.
How is G6 used?
Vintage jazz, swing, country, folk. G is one of the most common keys.
What songs use Major 6th?
Swing era, country, folk.
Can I substitute G6 for G Major?
Yes — warmer tonic.
Practice Tips
- Play G Major then add E.
- G6 and Em7 same notes.
- One of the most common 6th chords.
- Vintage jazz and country.
- Compare with Gmaj7.
- Nearly all white keys.
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