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A fermata (derived from the feminized form of the word "fermare", meaning "to stop") is a musical symbol, resembling a curved line with a dot in the centre, printed above or below a note, indicating that the note is to be sustained for longer than the expected length. Typically, you will hold down a note for around twice as long as you would if there was no fermata sign accompanying the note.
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What does the musical term fermata mean?
The fermata, an eye-like symbol above a music note means that the note of which it is over is to be held/ played for a prolonged period of time, usually longer than the note's given rhythmic value. For GSN Oodles purposes the answer to the question is: To hold or pause.
When you see a fermata it means?
It means to pause. Usually, the note with the fermata is sustained for a little longer than the note value itself.
What is the musical term for Hold this note?
fermata
Is the term diamond used in music arrangement?
In a contemporary band setting (guitar, bass, drums, keys) "Diamonds" can be described as a part in the song where the melodic instruments may hold a note (or drop out) and the drums continue playing leading the rest of the band back into the next section. I'm sure there are several other (and more musically appropriate) explanations. Maybe it could even be explained as a "Fermata" (bird's eye) or even a "fill". Whatever the case it can be confusing and should probably be understood by all parties in the group which term is going to be used.
What kind of music is John Cage was associated with?
He is a leader in Avant Guarde Chance music.
