Construction
C♯ Minor 6th = Root + Minor 3rd + Perfect 5th + Major 6th = C♯, E, G♯, A♯
| Note | Interval | Degree |
|---|---|---|
| C♯ | Root | 1 |
| E | Minor 3rd | ♭3 |
| G♯ | Perfect 5th | 5 |
| A♯ | Major 6th | 6 |
How to Play the C♯ Minor 6th
Right Hand (RH)
Place your right hand over the keys with the thumb on the root. Use the fingering: 2 – 3 – 4 – 5
Left Hand (LH)
For the left hand, start with your pinky on the root. Use the fingering: 5 – 4 – 3 – 2
C♯ Minor 6th Inversions
- Root positionC♯ – E – G♯ – A♯
- 1st inversion (C♯m6/E)E – G♯ – A♯ – C♯
- 2nd inversion (C♯m6/G♯)G♯ – A♯ – C♯ – E
- 3rd inversion (C♯m6/A♯)A♯ – C♯ – E – G♯
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♯ Minor 6th : Frequently Asked Questions
What is the C♯ Minor 6th chord on piano?
The C♯ Minor 6th chord contains the notes C♯ – E – G♯ – A♯. On piano, play these notes together to sound the chord.
What notes are in the C# Minor 6th chord?
C# Minor 6th is built from the C# root. Check the interactive keyboard above for exact notes and fingering.
How is the C# Minor 6th chord used in music?
C# Minor 6th appears in jazz, pop, and classical contexts. Its sound depends on the chord quality (Minor 6th).
What is the fingering for C# Minor 6th?
See the fingering chart above. Right hand typically uses thumb on root. Left hand uses pinky on root.
What are the inversions of C# Minor 6th?
Use the inversion buttons above to see each inversion with notes, fingering, and staff notation.
What is the descending chromatic line?
The classic line: m → mMaj7 → m7 → m6, only the top note moves chromatically.