The E6 chord (E6) is made of the notes E, G#, B and C#. It is built from the root E with a major third, a perfect fifth and a major sixth.
The sixth chord adds a warm color to the major chord; it is often heard as a final chord in jazz and swing.
E6
Notes: E – G# – B – C#
Guitar — positions on the neck
Piano — root position and inversions
Fingerings and positions
On guitar, this chord can be played in 3 ways along the neck. The lowest shape is an open chord (no barre), easier for beginners. Example fingering (from the low E string to the high E string, x = muted string): 022120. On piano, the right hand plays 4 notes, in root position or in an inversion.
The notes of the E6 chord (E6) are E, G#, B and C#.
How do you play the E6 chord on guitar?
On guitar, this chord can be played in 3 ways along the neck. The lowest shape is an open chord (no barre), easier for beginners. Example fingering (from the low E string to the high E string, x = muted string): 022120.
How is the E6 chord built?
The E6 chord (E6) is made of the notes E, G#, B and C#. It is built from the root E with a major third, a perfect fifth and a major sixth.