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Passages in sixths are extremely complicated and are rarely to be met with, as they necessitate so much extension of the hand, and it is consequently difficult to play them legato at all. The general principle for playing sixths is the same as that for thirds, but it is not advisable to practice them a great deal, because the continued extension of the position may prove injurious to the hand, and strain or cramp can result.

Position of hand in Third Scale after the progression from the 1st
Third to the next one has been accomplished.

Right hand ascending assumes the above inclined position in passing
from the 5th and 3rd fingers to the 3rd and 1st

Right hand descending, showing inclined position
of the hand when passing down from the thumb and 3rd
fingers to the 5th and 3rd.

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