concert grand: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
C1Formal, specialized (music)
Quick answer
What does “concert grand” mean?
The largest size of grand piano, designed for use in concert halls due to its powerful sound and rich tonal quality.
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Pronunciation
Definition
Meaning and Definition
The largest size of grand piano, designed for use in concert halls due to its powerful sound and rich tonal quality.
Metaphorically, something representing the peak, most impressive, or most powerful version within a category (e.g., 'the concert grand of sports cars').
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No significant difference in meaning. The term is standard in both varieties within musical contexts.
Connotations
Connotes prestige, professional performance, and high cost in both cultures.
Frequency
Equally low-frequency in general discourse but standard term in piano manufacturing, retail, and classical music circles.
Grammar
How to Use “concert grand” in a Sentence
[verb] + concert grand: play, tune, move, purchase, featureVocabulary
Collocations
Examples
Examples of “concert grand” in a Sentence
noun
British English
- The recital hall has just taken delivery of a splendid new Fazioli concert grand.
- Moving a concert grand requires specialist removals experts.
American English
- The jazz pianist insisted on a Steinway concert grand for the festival.
- The concert grand dominated the left side of the stage.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Referring to a capital asset for a venue or a high-value item in retail.
Academic
Used in musicology, acoustics, and instrument design discussions.
Everyday
Rare; used when discussing significant purchases or notable events.
Technical
Specifications include length (usually over 2.2m/7ft), string scale, and action design.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “concert grand”
Neutral
Weak
Vocabulary
Antonyms of “concert grand”
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “concert grand”
- Using 'concert grand' to refer to any grand piano. | Spelling as 'concert grande'. | Using it as a verb or adjective.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No. All concert grands are grand pianos, but not all grand pianos are concert grands. 'Concert grand' specifies the largest size designed for concert halls.
Typically between 2.2 to 3 meters (approximately 7 to 9 feet) in length. The '9-foot concert grand' is a standard benchmark.
Technically yes, but it is impractical for most homes due to its enormous size, volume, cost, and the structural requirements for moving and housing it.
In terms of piano types, the 'upright piano' or 'spinet' is functionally opposite. Within the grand piano family, the smallest is the 'baby grand'.
The largest size of grand piano, designed for use in concert halls due to its powerful sound and rich tonal quality.
Concert grand is usually formal, specialized (music) in register.
Concert grand: in British English it is pronounced /ˈkɒnsət ɡrænd/, and in American English it is pronounced /ˈkɑːnsərt ɡrænd/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
CONCERT GRAND: Imagine the grandest, most impressive piano you see at a major CONCERT.
Conceptual Metaphor
THE PINNACLE IS A CONCERT GRAND (e.g., 'This processor is the concert grand of the product line').
Practice
Quiz
What primarily distinguishes a 'concert grand' from a 'baby grand'?