A minor 6th piano chord
The A minor 6th chord, written Am6, on a keyboard. Its notes are A – C – E – F♯ — free to print or download below.
Notes in the A minor 6th chord
The A minor 6th chord is built from the root, a minor third, a perfect fifth and a major sixth, giving the notesA – C – E – F♯. On the keyboard diagram those keys are shaded so you can see the shape at a glance.
How to play the A minor 6th chord
- Find the notes. The A minor 6th chord uses the notes A – C – E – F♯. Locate each one on your keyboard using the diagram above.
- Place your fingers. In root position, play A – C – E – F♯ together — thumb on the lowest note and the remaining fingers on the notes above.
- Play it as a block or broken. Play all the notes at once for a solid chord, or one after another for an arpeggio.
A minor 6th chord — frequently asked questions
What notes are in the A minor 6th chord?
The A minor 6th chord (Am6) is made up of the notes A – C – E – F♯ — the root, a minor third, a perfect fifth and a major sixth.
What is the chord symbol for A minor 6th?
It is written as Am6. On a lead sheet or chord chart you would see "Am6" above the stave.
Is the A minor 6th chord diagram free to print?
Yes — print it or download the PDF or PNG for free, with no account or sign-up.