A 6th Piano Chord Chart
Notes: A - C# - E - F#
Formula: 1 - 3 - 5 - 6
Intervals: Root, Major 3rd, Perfect 5th, Major 6th
A6
Quick answer
The A6 piano chord uses the keys A, C#, E, F#. Play all 4 notes together for the full A 6th sound.
- Piano keys
- A, C#, E, F#
- Formula
- 1 - 3 - 5 - 6
- Chord tone count
- 4 notes
Keys to Play
White keys: A, E
Black keys: C#, F#
Play all 4 notes simultaneously with your right hand.
About 6th Chords
A major triad with an added major 6th. 6th chords have a warm, jazzy quality and were extremely popular in early jazz, swing, and bossa nova.
A 6th Piano Chord FAQ
What notes are in the A 6th piano chord?
The A 6th piano chord uses the notes A, C#, E, F#.
Which piano keys do you press for A6?
Press A, C#, E, F# and play all 4 notes together.
What is the formula for A 6th?
The A 6th formula is 1 - 3 - 5 - 6: Root, Major 3rd, Perfect 5th, Major 6th.