It is usually printed above but can be occasionally below (when it is upside down) the note to be extended. ... Fermata is the Italian name for the sign (𝄐), which in English is commonly called a Pause, and signifies that the note over which it is placed should be held on beyond its natural duration.
What is an upside down fermata?
Definition: A fermata is an articulation mark that allows a note or chord to be held for as long as desired. A fermata may also be considered a tempo command. A fermata is written upside down below the staff if it affects a lower plane of action (see top staff in image).
What does a square fermata mean?
Fermata. Indicates that a note is held for longer than the rhythm indicates. Long fermata. Indicates that a note is held quite a lot longer than the rhythm indicates.
How do you flip a fermata in Finale?
Drag the handle to move the fermata. Select it and press the arrow keys to “nudge” it for fine positioning; select it and press DELETE to remove it.