Construction
E♭ Minor 6th = Root + Minor 3rd + Perfect 5th + Major 6th = E♭, G♭, B♭, C
| Note | Interval | Degree |
|---|---|---|
| E♭ | Root | 1 |
| G♭ | Minor 3rd | ♭3 |
| B♭ | Perfect 5th | 5 |
| C | Major 6th | 6 |
How to Play the E♭ 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
E♭ Minor 6th Inversions
- Root positionE♭ – G♭ – B♭ – C
- 1st inversion (E♭m6/G♭)G♭ – B♭ – C – E♭
- 2nd inversion (E♭m6/B♭)B♭ – C – E♭ – G♭
- 3rd inversion (E♭m6/C)C – E♭ – G♭ – B♭
Same Notes, Other Names
The notes E♭ – G♭ – B♭ – C aren’t exclusive to this chord. Depending on which note is the bass and how the chord functions, the same pitches also spell:
E♭ Minor 6th : Frequently Asked Questions
What is the E♭ Minor 6th chord on piano?
The E♭ Minor 6th chord contains the notes E♭ – G♭ – B♭ – C. On piano, play these notes together to sound the chord.
What notes are in the Eb Minor 6th chord?
Ebm6 contains: Eb, Gb, Bb, C. Minor triad with major sixth.
How does Ebm6 differ from Ebm7?
Ebm6 has C. Ebm7 has Db.
How is Ebm6 used?
Descending chromatic line. Jazz tonic. Enharmonic of Cm7b5.
Is Ebm6 the same as Cm7b5?
Same notes, different root.
What songs use Minor 6th?
My Funny Valentine pattern.
How does Ebm6 differ from Eb6?
Ebm6 has minor third (Gb).