Grand Piano Lamps 101

Grand piano lamps offer optimum lighting so musicians see the music and keys to play their best. Using this type of lamp prevents musician eye strain for the most beautiful music possible. Often grand pianos are used in a concert or performance venue and grand piano lamps also become a focal point for the audience during performances.

These types of lamps are made specifically for larger grand pianos. Because of their size, these lamps might overwhelm a smaller piano such as an upright or spinet. Most music sheets are roughly 12 inches wide. Lamps that are placed correctly are roughly 3 to 6 inches above the music sheets so that the light is focused where the player needs it most.

The grand piano lamp provides a very focused light that points right at the sheet music instead of the piano player's eyes so there is no glare. A piano light that provides overhead lighting is sometimes insufficient for musicians to see their music properly.

They typically just clip right onto the sheet music stand. They are usually a little bit bigger than most lamps like grand pianos, but they are still lightweight enough so you can easily transport them.

Grand piano lamps can also be an integral part of the show's design. The audience of a piano performance involving a grand piano expects to see the focused light of a grand piano lamp. Using a nice-looking lamp can draw the crowd's attention to your performance even more.

Piano lights for grand pianos come in an array of sizes, styles, designs and shapes to appeal to every type of performer. There are many styles to choose from including antique, contemporary, streamlined designs and the old-fashion look. Select a style that will go with the mood of your music as well as the time period of your music for a very captivating show.

Because they are portable and provide directed light, everyday people also use them. They work great in homes, offices and restaurants. They shed extra light on a certain areas that might not get enough illumination from overhead lighting or regular lamps.