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One of the first products a new musician buys, besides their instrument and music, is a music stand to hold that music. In my years of playing, I have accumulated many music stands. Some may wonder themselves, especially for those who are new to playing music, what kind of music stand should I or my child have? In my mind, each music stand has its purpose; so here is a list of three music stands, there purpose for having them, and which one’s the best:
3. Metal Fold-Up Music Stand – Good For Beginners
This stand is often bought for a young beginners because it is the cheapest. It is pretty simple to fold up and is easy for a child to carry one. They usually can hold beginners music on the stand. However, they can not hold weight very well, so more advanced players, with more heavier music, tend to switch to a more durable stand. If you make a switch, don’t just throw the fold-up stand away, you can give it to a new beginner, donate it to a nearby school that may want it, or keep it, in case you have a ensemble that gets together and someone forgot their stand. You can many on Amazon.
2. Collapsible Music Stand – Good for Traveling Performers
Stands, like the Peak Music Stand SMS-20, are perfect for the musician who is rehearsing and traveling to different places. The Peak Music Stand SMS-20 is much more durable than our previous stand, yet it is still able to collapse into a size that can be put into a bag and carried on your shoulder. They also come in black, so they can even pass off as a concert stand at some venues. It is a little bulkier, which is why you do not often see children carrying them. If interested, you can purchase one on Amazon.
1. Concert Stands – Best Overall
Concert stands, like the Manhasset brand, are the most professional of music stands. They come in a standard black and don’t have the knobs and bolts that you see with collapsible and fold-up stands. You see these stands at symphonies, recitals, and other concert venues. They are nice to have as a professional for concerts or to just have one at home for when you practice. Plus, you can buy accessories as needed that easily attach to the stand, such as pit-orchestra lights or stand extenders. They are very durable, and easy enough to travel with; so if you hope to make one purchase for a music stand, go with a standard concert stand. You can purchase one from Amazon.
As you grow as a musician, you may choose to upgrade your stand or grow a collection of them. Just know that music stands, as well as other items that hold music, all have their own purpose.
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