Lesson 14 of 84 · Music Notation
⭐ 30 XPThe Fermata Hold
A whole rest hangs from line 4 and lasts a whole measure.
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Learn about the fermata hold: identify articulation markings
What You'll Learn
A whole rest hangs from line 4 and lasts a whole measure. A half rest sits on line 3 and lasts two beats.
Identify articulation markings
Read ledger lines above and below the staff
Notes on the Staff
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Check Your Understanding
Question 1 of 3
What is a key signature?
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