concert piano

Thân thiện

A pianist plays a concert piano on a large stage.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A large grand piano designed for use in concert halls: A "concert piano" is a type of grand piano built with a larger size and more powerful sound projection than a standard grand piano, making it suitable for solo performances with orchestras or in large venues.

Usage and Examples

• Noun:
  • The virtuoso performed a breathtaking sonata on the magnificent concert piano.
  • The acoustics of the hall were perfectly complemented by the rich tone of the concert piano.
  • Moving a concert piano requires a team of specialists due to its size and weight.

Advanced Usage and Notes

• The term "concert piano" is often used interchangeably with "concert grand piano". It specifically denotes the largest standard size of grand piano, typically around 9 feet (274 cm) in length.
• Its primary function is public performance. The design emphasizes volume, tonal clarity, and dynamic range to fill a concert hall without electronic amplification.

Variants and Related Words

• Concert grand (noun): A direct synonym for "concert piano."
• Grand piano (noun): The broader category of horizontal pianos, which includes baby grands, parlor grands, and concert grands.
• Baby grand piano (noun): A smaller grand piano, suitable for homes and smaller spaces.

Synonyms

• Concert grand: The most precise synonym.
• Performance piano: A less common descriptive term.

Antonyms / Contrasting Terms

• Upright piano: A piano with a vertical string arrangement, designed for compactness.
• Digital piano: An electronic keyboard designed to emulate a piano's sound and feel.
• Baby grand piano: A smaller grand piano not intended for large concert halls.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a grand piano suitable for concert performances

Từ đồng nghĩa

• concert grand