We've been using the zodiac signs for over 5,000 years." The very first zodiac symbol is the rat. The most recent year of the rat was in 2020, and before that 2008.

Composers use a range of signs and symbols to show how they want their music to be played. This was essential in times before music could be recorded and replayed, but it is still important today.

Symbols can be used to support communication ... giving the child or adult an extra visual clue. Makaton signs help convey meaning, because the signs give an extra clue when speaking, for example ...