C6(#11) Guitar Chord - Guitar Chords Chart
Welcome to our tutorial on the C 6(#11) chord. This chord is part of the Major Chords family and is composed of the notes C, E, G, A, and F#. The intervals that build this chord are 1, 3, 5, 6, and #11, which correspond to the Root, Major Third, Perfect Fifth, Major Sixth, and Augmented Fourth, respectively.
The C 6(#11) chord is a unique and interesting chord, often used in jazz and more complex music genres. It's not as straightforward as some other chords, but with practice, you'll be able to master it. If you're new to the concept of intervals and how they build chords, you might want to check out this tutorial on building chords by stacking intervals.
Understanding the fretboard intervals can greatly help in mastering this chord. You can learn more about this concept in our fretboard intervals tutorial. Also, understanding how to denote chords depending on the intervals that compose them can be very helpful. You can learn more about this in our chord notation tutorial.
As a member of the sixth chords family, the C 6(#11) chord shares some characteristics with other sixth chords. If you're interested in exploring more about this family of chords, feel free to visit our sixth guitar chords tutorial.
Finally, if you're interested in applying this chord in a musical context, you might find our jazz chord progressions tutorial useful, as the C 6(#11) chord is often used in jazz music.
Notes in the C 6(#11) chord:
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What notes are included in the C 6(#11) chord?
The C 6(#11) chord is built from the notes C, E, G, A, and F#. These notes are arranged according to specific intervals to create its unique sound.
What do the '6' and '#11' signify in the C 6(#11) chord's name?
In the C 6(#11) chord, the '6' indicates the presence of a Major Sixth interval from the root (C to A). The '#11' indicates an Augmented Fourth interval from the root (C to F#). These numbers represent the specific intervals that extend and alter the basic C major triad.
Is the C 6(#11) chord a major or minor chord?
The C 6(#11) chord is considered a major chord. Its major quality is defined by the inclusion of a Major Third (E) and a Perfect Fifth (G) above the root (C), placing it within the Major Chords family.
What is the interval structure of the C 6(#11) chord?
The C 6(#11) chord is composed of the following intervals from its root: a Root, a Major Third, a Perfect Fifth, a Major Sixth, and an Augmented Fourth. These are often abbreviated as 1, 3, 5, 6, and #11.
Why is the C 6(#11) chord described as 'unique' or used in 'complex music genres' like jazz?
The C 6(#11) chord is unique due to the specific combination of a Major Sixth and an Augmented Fourth (#11) interval. This particular voicing creates a distinct, often colorful and tension-rich sound that is frequently employed in jazz and other sophisticated musical styles for harmonic interest.
How does the #11 interval relate to an Augmented Fourth in the C 6(#11) chord?
The #11 interval and the Augmented Fourth interval are enharmonically the same pitch, meaning they sound identical but are named differently based on context. In the C 6(#11) chord, the F# functions as both the #11 (an extension) and the Augmented Fourth (a specific interval quality from the root C).