Musical Symbol Minima Rest Symbol
๐ is the musical minima rest character used in notation to indicate a specific silence duration.
U+1D1C5
The character ๐ represents the musical symbol minima rest. Itโs useful when you need accurate text-based music notation. You can copy it directly or use the provided Unicode and escape sequences in digital projects.
Musical Symbol Minima Rest Symbol Meaning
The musical symbol minima rest (๐ , Unicode U+1D1C5) indicates a โminima restโ in music notation, meaning a silence of the minima duration. Like other rest symbols, it helps communicate timing and rhythmic structure within a passage. In text-based scores, lyric sheets, educational materials, and software-rendered notation, using the correct Unicode character keeps the visual meaning consistent across platforms. If your font supports this character, it will appear as a rest symbol aligned with historical or standardized notation styles for minima rests.
Common uses
- โขTyping or editing text-based music notes, exercises, or worksheets
- โขAdding rests to digital scores in markdown, word processors, or publishing workflows
- โขLabels and legends in music education content explaining rhythmic values
- โขUser interface text in notation tools or rhythm apps
- โขAccessibility-friendly score descriptions where Unicode symbols are preferred over images
Examples
๐ Musical Symbol Minima Rest
- ๐ Rest: ๐ (minima duration).
- ๐ In measure 2, use ๐ followed by a note.
- ๐ Rhythm example: ๐ , then a semibreve note.
- ๐ Count silently during ๐ while sustaining the beat.
- ๐ The second bar begins with ๐ .
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+1D1C5 | |
| HTML Entity | 𝇅 | |
| HTML Code | 𝇅 | |
| CSS | \1D1C5 |
FAQ
What does ๐ mean in sheet music?
๐ is the musical symbol minima rest, indicating a silence lasting the minima duration.
What is the Unicode code point for ๐ ?
The Unicode code point is U+1D1C5.
How can I copy ๐ into software or documents?
Copy the character directly (๐ ). Alternatively use HTML 𝇅 or escapes like \\1D1C5 / \\u{1D1C5} in supported environments.
Why does ๐ not display correctly on my device?
Some fonts donโt include the minima rest glyph. Try a font that supports Unicode musical symbols (or update your font).