I 6/4 chord (second inversion)
Definition
The I 6/4 chord, also known as the second inversion of the tonic triad, is a chord that consists of the root note in the bass, followed by the third and fifth notes above it.
Related terms
ii6 chord (first inversion ii chord): This term refers to a chord built on the second scale degree that has its first inversion, meaning that its third is in the bass.
V6/4 chord (second inversion V chord): This term refers to a chord built on the fifth scale degree that has its second inversion, meaning that its fifth is in the bass.
Tonic triad: This term refers to a three-note chord built on the first scale degree of a major or minor key.
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Study guides (1)
AP Music Theory - 3.3 Chord Inversions and Figures: Introduction to Figured Bass
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