noun
- plural of fermata; musical symbols indicating that a note or rest should be held longer than its normal duration
Usage: music
Examples
- The conductor emphasized the fermatas in the final movement.
- Several fermatas appeared throughout the piano sonata.
- The choir held the fermatas for dramatic effect.
- Musicians must watch the conductor during fermatas.
- The score contained three fermatas in the last phrase.
- She practiced the piece, paying special attention to the fermatas.