Fermati and Pedal Markings Fermati are included so as to facilitate the notation of timed pauses. Pedal markings allow for StaffExpressions which may require these characters. Accidentals Accidental signs are included for tempo indications, transposing instrument names, cues and text blocks which may require these characters. An elision character is provided for vocal settings where two words are elided and sung on a single note. Hierarchical Levels of Prominence Prominent material may be indicated with bold angles delineating appropriate passages.
Hierarchical designations are possible by utilizing letters in conjunction the angles.