Construction
G♭ Minor 6th = Root + Minor 3rd + Perfect 5th + Major 6th = G♭, B♭♭, D♭, E♭
| Note | Interval | Degree |
|---|---|---|
| G♭ | Root | 1 |
| B♭♭ | Minor 3rd | ♭3 |
| D♭ | Perfect 5th | 5 |
| E♭ | Major 6th | 6 |
How to Play the G♭ 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
G♭ Minor 6th Inversions
- Root positionG♭ – B♭♭ – D♭ – E♭
- 1st inversion (G♭m6/B♭♭)B♭♭ – D♭ – E♭ – G♭
- 2nd inversion (G♭m6/D♭)D♭ – E♭ – G♭ – B♭♭
- 3rd inversion (G♭m6/E♭)E♭ – G♭ – B♭♭ – D♭
Same Notes, Other Names
The notes G♭ – B♭♭ – D♭ – E♭ aren’t exclusive to this chord. Depending on which note is the bass and how the chord functions, the same pitches also spell:
G♭ Minor 6th : Frequently Asked Questions
What is the G♭ Minor 6th chord on piano?
The G♭ Minor 6th chord contains the notes G♭ – B♭♭ – D♭ – E♭. On piano, play these notes together to sound the chord.
What notes are in the Gb Minor 6th chord?
Gbm6 contains: Gb, Bbb, Db, Eb. Minor triad with major sixth. Enharmonic of F#m6.
How does Gbm6 differ from Gbm7?
Gbm6 has Eb (major sixth). Gbm7 has Fb (minor seventh).
How is Gbm6 used?
Descending chromatic line. Enharmonic of Ebm7b5. F#m6 more commonly written.
Is Gbm6 the same as Ebm7b5?
Same notes, different root.
What songs use Minor 6th?
My Funny Valentine pattern.
How does Gbm6 differ from Gb6?
Gbm6 has minor third (Bbb).