C6 chord with C Ionian scale
Pairing the C6 chord (Maj6) with the C Ionian scale: formulas, fretboard voicings and the practical context for soloing, improvisation and songwriting.
C6 chord formula
Interval formula: 1 3 5 6. A major triad with an added 6th. Softer and less final than a maj7 — a warm, stable chord.
C Ionian scale formula
Formula: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7. Classification: functional-tonal.
Other scales for C6
Compare how the same chord behaves over other compatible modes.