What is another word for bandstand?

Pronunciation: [bˈandstand] (IPA)

A bandstand is a structure typically used for outdoor musical performances. However, there are a number of synonyms that can be used in place of bandstand. These include music pavilion, bandshell, amphitheater, gazebo, kiosk, or stage. Each of these terms can describe a structure that is used for outdoor musical performances, although some may be more specific than others. For example, a music pavilion may be a larger structure with permanent seating, while a kiosk may be smaller and more temporary. Regardless of which term is used, the purpose of these structures is to provide a place for musicians to perform and entertain an audience.

Synonyms for Bandstand:

What are the hypernyms for Bandstand?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Bandstand?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for bandstand (as nouns)

Usage examples for Bandstand

Martin and I will take ours with a bandstand and a few trolley-cars and a chop-house thrown in, eh, Collingwood?
"The Locusts' Years"
Mary Helen Fee
And now that they talk of pulling down that horrid, dirty old Cove, it will be too splendid, with lodging-houses and a bandstand; and they do talk of an Esplanade-that would be too delightful!
"The Wooden Horse"
Hugh Walpole
I know a woman who made it her business to read all the poetry books she could lay hands on, and went to all the bandstand concerts in the Park the whole time, and now her daughter sings in the choir out in Saginaw, Michigan.
"The Vertical City"
Fannie Hurst

Famous quotes with Bandstand

  • The best practice you can get is on the bandstand, but in between gigs I feel I have to stay in shape.
    Bill Bruford
  • I have similar feelings, actually. The intimacy of a club: you can see the people, you can almost feel them; you can't beat that. People will say things, and shout out, it's almost like they're up on the bandstand with you.
    Benny Green
  • Some of the wise boys who say my music is loud, blatant and that's all should see the faces of the kids who have driven a hundred miles through the snow to see the band... to stand in front of the bandstand in an ecstasy all their own.
    Stan Kenton
  • The bandstand is a sacred place.
    Wynton Marsalis
  • You've got to learn your instrument. Then, you practice, practice, practice. And then, when you finally get up there on the bandstand, forget all that and just wail.
    Charlie Parker

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