Using Six-Four Chords

Question 1

big idea

Answer 1

• using the second inversion chords to extend harmonies even further. this is the weakest form of a chord, but can be used in a positive way

Question 2

four types of second inversions triads

Answer 2

• cadential six-four
• neighboring six-four
• passing six-four
• arpeggiating six-four

Question 3

the different ways that it is notated

Answer 3

• as a normal roman numeral inversion: -i^6_4
• it can be noted by its implied function: -V^6-5_4-3
• can be confused but when seen how it is used, it becomes easier to understand

Question 4

cadential six-four

Answer 4

• exactly what the name implies
• used to set up the V before the cadence since they share a bass note
• always double the bass (5th)
• approach the chord from a predominant chord. keep common tones in the same voice
• write the chord on a strong beat to displace the dominant chord
• resolve the suspended tones downward by a step
• the resulting soprano voice will be a 1-7-1 or 3-2-1 leading to a PAC

Question 5

always double the ____ of the cadential 6/4 chord

Answer 5

• bass

Question 6

the cadential 6/4 does not function as the tonic but displaces and embellishes the ______ chord

Answer 6

• dominant

Question 7

the cadential 6/4 is almost always preceded by ________ harmony

Answer 7

• predominant