Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fermate
Noun
/fərˈmɑː.t̬eɪ/
Definition
A fermate is a musical term indicating a pause on a note or rest, making it longer than its usual duration.
Examples
- In the final measures of the symphony, the conductor held the fermate, allowing the audience to savor the beauty of the moment.
- Every time the pianist reached the fermate, the tension in the concert hall rose dramatically.
Meaning
In music, a fermate signals the performer to extend the duration of a note or rest. It is often represented by a symbol that looks like a dot with a semicircle above it.
Synonyms
- Pause
- Hold
- Breath
