G sixth piano chord (G6)
A sixth chord adds a major sixth to the major chord. A sweet, slightly vintage sound, common in gypsy jazz, swing and country.
On the keyboard
Root position
- Notes
- G – B – D – E
- Fingering (right hand)
- 1 – 2 – 3 – 5
1st inversion
- Notes
- B – D – E – G
- Fingering (right hand)
- 1 – 2 – 3 – 5
2nd inversion
- Notes
- D – E – G – B
- Fingering (right hand)
- 1 – 2 – 3 – 5
3rd inversion
- Notes
- E – G – B – D
- Fingering (right hand)
- 1 – 2 – 3 – 5
Chord notes
| Note | Interval |
|---|---|
| G | root |
| B | major third |
| D | perfect fifth |
| E | major sixth |
Formula: 1 – 3 – 5 – 6 · G – B – D – E
A progression with this chord
The chord replaces the first degree of a pop progression to enrich it.