CHAPTER III-DLeft Hand Signals
1. “pp” (Pianissimo) is indicated by extending and raising the left arm slightly with the hand at the level of the shoulder, palm downward.2. “p” (Piano) is indicated by raising the left forearm until the back of the hand is directly in front of the left shoulder.3. Coda Sign—Raise left arm above the head with one finger extended.4. Second Ending—Raise left arm above the head with two fingers extended.5. To stop in middle of strain—Raise left arm above head, with all the fingers extended, and keep it there until halt is desired. At this point, bring it down firmly and quickly.
1. “pp” (Pianissimo) is indicated by extending and raising the left arm slightly with the hand at the level of the shoulder, palm downward.
2. “p” (Piano) is indicated by raising the left forearm until the back of the hand is directly in front of the left shoulder.
3. Coda Sign—Raise left arm above the head with one finger extended.
4. Second Ending—Raise left arm above the head with two fingers extended.
5. To stop in middle of strain—Raise left arm above head, with all the fingers extended, and keep it there until halt is desired. At this point, bring it down firmly and quickly.