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.
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Happy piano playing/learning!
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A piano podcast, uncovering the magical musical moments from some of our finest composers, across all genres - notably Classical, popular, and folk. I will be talking about works that hold special meaning for me, as well as delving into elements of music theory, which help us to better understand the subject matter. This podcast will suit listeners with a general interest in the keyboard, and more specifically, those either learning the instrument, or considering doing so.
For more information about me, please feel free to visit my website:
https://www.whaviland.com/
Happy piano playing!
- No. of episodes: 30
- Latest episode: 2025-05-18
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