piano benches

Musician's adjustable perches

Piano benches are the long, backless seats used when playing a piano.

Most have a hinged top that opens to store sheet music.

Unlike chairs, piano benches allow the player to shift position easily and sit at the proper height for the keyboard.

Many are adjustable: She raised the piano bench before the recital.

Related

instruments · adjustable · height adjustment · minimalist design · leather upholstery · performances · musicians · duet partner · keyboard · concert · concert hall · stool · frame · leg · leather · acoustic · support · music sheets

Opposites
seating support structure

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Chairs with padded sides

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furniture mobility/permanence

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Integrated permanent seating

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purpose-specific vs. general seating

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Upholstered multi-person seats

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Family

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Familiarity
Top 200,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G