Six-Four Chords (Second Inversion triads) — only 4! | Theory Things William Wieland | ||||||||||||||||
I will ask you to play these from memory. Memorize the four names, the pitches and the Roman numerals with figures. | |||||||||||||||||
Cadential Six-Four | Pedal Six-Four | Arpeggiated 6-4 | Passing Six-Four | ||||||||||||||
The only six-four chord that appears on a strong beat. |
a.k.a. neighboring, stationary, or embellishing six-four |
The bass is an arpeggio. It may also descend. |
The bass moves by step. It may also descend. |
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Examples in real music | |||||||||||||||||