Piano Key A To G: Episode Twenty Seven - Hold That Note! The Magic of Fermatas in Music

What exactly is a fermata, and why might composers opt to use it in their music? We'll delve into the meaning behind the symbol, and consider a couple of famous examples, together with moments of my own usage! There is more than a hint of magic embedded within this modest musical notation. Please click the following link for a download of the scores discussed in today’s episode.