** This page is under development: See the harmony page in the NYU Theory Anthology for a more extensive list of examples for transcription .
Examples for dictation practice incorporating different types of 6-4 chords, including cadential, passing, pedal, and arpeggiating.
Ignatius Sancho, "Le Douze de Decembre," mm. 9–16
From Minuets, Cotillons, and Country Dances (1767)
Directions: Just transcribe the B section (the last 8 measures).
Audio: Youtube: 0:16–0:28
Ellen (Dolores) Dickson, “Destiny,” mm. 9–12 (c. 1860)
Audio: Youtube: 0:24–0:36
Louise Farrenc, “Étude in A Minor,” mm. 1–4 (c. 1839)
Youtube: 0:01–0:11
Louise Reichardt, Zwölf Gesänge, Op. 3, No. 10, "Der Mond," mm. 9–16 (1811)
Audio: MP3 (0:12–0:26)
Paula Maust, Expanding the Music Theory Canon: 6/4 Chords
Diverse Music Theory Examples: 6-4 Chords
Music By Women: Explore the Database (Click on the Chords & Harmonies Filter on the left and select chord category you need.)