music-rack
Definition
- Noun:
- A music-rack is a shelf, stand, or frame designed to hold sheet music or musical scores in a position convenient for reading while performing on a musical instrument, such as a piano, organ, or harp.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- She placed the sheet music on the music-rack before starting to play the piano. (The music-rack held the pages open for easy reading.)
- The violinist adjusted the music-rack on the stand to see the notes clearly. (The rack was positioned for optimal visibility during performance.)
Advanced Usage
"to use a music-rack": to employ the device for holding music.
- The choir director set up a music-rack for each singer during rehearsals. (Each rack supported the individual's sheet music.)
"to store a music-rack": to put away the rack when not in use.
- After the concert, the musicians folded the music-racks and placed them in the storage room. (The racks were collapsed and stored.)
Variants and Related Words
Music stand (n): a similar device, often adjustable, used to hold sheet music, commonly used by instrumentalists and vocalists.
- The flutist carried a portable music stand to the performance. (A music stand is a synonym for music-rack in many contexts.)
Rack (n): a framework or stand for holding items.
- The library had a magazine rack next to the reading area. (General use of "rack" without the music-specific meaning.)
Synonyms
- Music stand: a device for holding sheet music.
- Sheet music holder: a broader term for any object that keeps music pages in place.
Related Idioms
- "to have a music-rack": to possess such a device.
- Every pianist needs a music-rack to keep the score steady. (The rack is essential for performance.)