Piano Rabbit Hole: Improvisation Theory & Practice
24.28 Level 13 — major 6 color
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24.28Level 13 — major 6 color

C6:

C E G A.

C6 = C E G A

In a lyrical standard, C6 can sound warmer than Cmaj7.

Especially if melody note is C, E, G, or A.

Try both.