fermata - a musical term to indicate a pause of unspecified length This musical sign is placed above a note in a musical score to indicate to the musician to hold that note for a period of time, usually twice as long as the original note length but it can actually be held for as long as the musician chooses. It acts like a pause; the music continues but offers a moment for the musician to command some control. To reset, process and prepare before continuing. I think we all fe