The Neapolitan sixth
A major chord on the lowered second degree, usually in first inversion, preparing the dominant.
- Category
- Chords and harmony
- First taught in
- D.2 Pace a complete three-movement sonata
- Theory cards
- The Neapolitan sixth (Diploma)
In the lessons
1 lesson and 1 piece where the Method teaches or uses it, in teaching order.
| Lesson | Lesson and piece |
|---|---|
| D.2 | Pace a complete three-movement sonataPiano Sonata No. 6 in F major, Op. 10 No. 2 — complete, Ludwig van Beethoven |
In Musicianship
The units whose theory questions ask about it.
| Unit | Title |
|---|---|
| D.2 | The Neapolitan sixth |
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