Music Stand Collection (#7)

NEW YORK ORCHESTRA, c1915. Walter Damrosch leading the New York Symphony Orchestra. Photographed c1915

FREDERICK II (1712-1786). Known as Frederick the Great. King of Prussia, 1740-1786. Playing the flute at Sans Souci. Oil on canvas (detail) by Adolph von Menzel

Oboe and saxophone with music sheets, (B&W)

The Music Festival in the 7th Regiment Armory in New York City, 1881. Contemporary American line engraving
MUSIC FESTIVAL, 1881. The Music Festival in the 7th Regiment Armory in New York City, 1881. Contemporary American line engraving

Paris, France, Orchestra in beerhouse, 1896
Germany - 19th century. An orchestra in a beerhouse, 1896

Austria, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Composing in his Room in Vienna
Unknown painter (19th century), Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Composing in his Room in Vienna

Austria, Vienna, Portrait of Franz Joseph Haydn, Color print
Austria - 18th century. Portrait of Franz Joseph Haydn (Rohrau, 1732 - Vienna 1809). Color print

Paris, France, Portrait of Russian pianist, composer and conductor, Anton Rubinstein (1829 - 1894)
Russia - 19th century. Portrait of Anton Rubinstein (Ofatinti, 1829 - Peterhof, 1894), Russian pianist, composer and conductor

CLARENCE DAY (1874-1935). American writer. Illustration by Clarence Day to his essay, The Noblest Instrument, about his childhood violin lessons

MEISSONIER: FLUTE PLAYER. The Flute Player. Line engraving after the painting by Jean-Louis-Ernest Meissonier, c1879

JEAN GASPARD DEBURAU (1796-1846). French pantomimist. Deburau, center, as Pierrot in a pantomime performance at Le Theatre des Funambules, Paris, France. Wood engraving, French, 19th century

FRANZ LISZT (1811-1886). Hungarian pianist and composer. Conducting his St. Elizabeth oratorio at Budapest, Hungary. Wood engraving from an English newspaper of 1865

LONDON: ORCHESTRA, 1846. Julliens Concert Orchestra and four military bands at Covent Garden Theater, London, England. Wood engraving, English, 1846

MUSIC FESTIVAL, 1881. The Music Festival in the 7th Regiment Armory in New York City, 1881. Contemporary American line engraving

MUSICIANS, 1773. Line engraving, English, 1773

LÔÇ░NER STRING QUARTET. Hungarian string quartet. Left to right: Jeno L ner, Josef Smilivitz, Sador Roth
LÔÇ░NER STRING QUARTET. Hungarian string quartet. Left to right: Jen├ L© ner, Josef Smilivitz, Sador Roth, Irme Hartmann. Pencil drawing, early 20th century

BRUSSELS STRING TRIO. Left to right: Edmond Bouquet, Franzois Broos, Adolphe Fr zin. Pencil drawing, early 20th century
BRUSSELS STRING TRIO. Left to right: Edmond Bouquet, Fran├ºois Broos, Adolphe Fr© zin. Pencil drawing, early 20th century

STRING QUARTET, c1935. The Pro Arte Quartet. Drawing, c1935, by Hilda Wiener

STRING QUARTET, c1935. The Gertler Quartet (from left, Andr Gertler, Pierre de Groote, Marcel Louon)
STRING QUARTET, c1935. The Gertler Quartet (from left, Andr© Gertler, Pierre de Groote, Marcel Louon, and Laszlo Revesz). Pencil drawing, c1935, by Hilda Wiener

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"Music Stand: A Timeless Companion to Musical Masterpieces" From the elegant string quartets of 1846 to the lively brass quintet performances by the Distin family, music stands have been witness to countless harmonious moments throughout history. In an enchanting wood engraving from 1867, Winslow Homer captures the essence of musicians engrossed in their craft, relying on a trusty music stand for support. Even royalty found solace in the melodies emanating from their instruments. Prince Frederick Louis, Prince of Wales, gracefully played his cello at Kew Palace between 1733 and 1750. The image immortalizes a time when music stands were not only practical but also symbols of refinement and artistic expression. Moving forward in time, Mme Valtat and her son are depicted with a banjo in hand. This oil painting from 1925 showcases how diverse musical genres embraced the humble yet essential presence of a music stand. Whether it be classical compositions or spirited tunes, this simple tool served as a steadfast companion for musicians across all genres. The Band portrayed in an oil painting from 1949 demonstrates that even large ensembles relied on these sturdy structures during their captivating performances. As each musician focused intently on their sheet music resting upon their respective stands, they created symphonies that resonated deeply within listeners' souls. Not limited to Western culture alone, Japanese theater actors such as Bando Matakuro IV and Segawa Kikunojo III utilized music stands during mesmerizing performances dating back to the late eighteenth century. These illustrations by Torii Kiyonaga capture both grace and intensity as these talented artists brought characters to life through song and dance. Intriguingly enough, even pianists like Virginia Kennady recognized the importance of having sheet music displayed prominently before them while playing intricate compositions around 1939.