music stand

American

noun

a pedestal or rack designed to hold a score or sheet of music in position for reading.

music stand British

noun

a frame, usually of wood or metal, upon which a musical score or orchestral part is supported

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Etymology

Origin of music stand

First recorded in 1755–65

Example Sentences

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The show mixing fashion and music closed with Hayden’s “Farewell” symphony, written as a protest, and each musician put down their instruments, turned off their music stand lights and exited the stage as they finished.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 25, 2024

I noticed at the Troubadour that you had a music stand with a binder on it.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 6, 2023

PEORIA, Ariz. — Like a violin virtuoso using a new music stand, San Diego Padres third baseman Manny Machado noticed a difference right away.

From Washington Times • Feb. 23, 2023

Stephens races onstage to tape a set of lyrics to a music stand.

From Washington Post • Mar. 11, 2022

“It’s the best place in the world,” reported Laney, who somersaulted again and knocked down Isa’s music stand.

From "The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street" by Karina Yan Glaser

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