Music stand

Abstract

The invention relates to a music stand (1) for attaching to the top of a piano body, having a support (2) and a music holder (4) fixed to the support (2), characterised in that the support (2) comprises a first and a second support element (2A, 2B), wherein the support elements (2A, 2B) are adjustable relative to one another, and wherein the first support element (2A) comprises a first fixing element (2C) for fixing the music stand (1) to the top of the piano body (A) and the second support element (2B) comprises a second fixing element (2D) for fixing the music holder (4). In a further development, the music stand is foldable or pluggable. The music stand (1) according to the invention allows a suitable alignment of the music for players of different heights.

Description

[0001] Music stand

[0002] The invention relates to a music stand for attachment to a piano for the purpose of individually adjusting the position of the music stand to the piano player.

[0003] Pianos often come equipped with a music stand or music desk (the term music stand will be used consistently below; the term music desk will only be used if this corresponds to the cited state of the art), which is attached, for example, to the inside of the keyboard lid and can be folded out for playing after the lid is opened.

[0004] Accordingly, the existing music stand of a piano is neither height- nor depth-adjustable and therefore cannot be adjusted to the needs of the individual piano player.

[0005] These needs can vary greatly from pianist to pianist and depend, among other things, on height, eyesight, or other physical characteristics. Essentially, the pianist wants to be able to read the music on the music stand easily and while maintaining a comfortable posture for playing the piano.

[0006] For this purpose, it is necessary to be able to adjust the music stand, especially in height. A variety of music stands for instruments are known in the prior art. DE 10 2013 006139 A1, for example, describes a music stand for a grand piano that includes a swiveling height adjustment. A disadvantage of this music stand is that it does not provide a way to fix the music stand to the instrument. The music stand is simply placed on the piano body.

[0007] The familiar music stand cannot simply be placed securely on a piano case, as a piano case has a significantly shallower depth and therefore a much smaller surface area than a grand piano. There is a risk that the music stand could fall onto the keyboard.

[0008] Overall, the familiar music stand is therefore unsuitable for pianos due to the large surface area required; moreover, it cannot be fixed to the instrument.

[0009] It is therefore an object of the invention to provide a music stand, especially for pianos, which does not have the aforementioned disadvantages.

[0010] Furthermore, known music stands of the described type are quite bulky due to their size and only conditionally portable. A further development of the invention therefore aims to make such a music stand portable.

[0011] This problem is solved by an invention comprising the features of claim 1 and the features of claim 10. Advantageous embodiments are the subject of the dependent claims. It should be noted that the features listed individually in the claims can also be combined with one another in any technologically meaningful way, thus revealing further embodiments of the invention.

[0012] A music stand according to the invention for mounting on the top of a piano case comprises a support and a music holder fixed to the support. The support comprises a first and a second support element, wherein the support elements are adjustable relative to each other. The shape of the support elements is preferably substantially rectangular, but can also be adapted to design aspects, provided that all necessary functionalities, which are described in more detail below, are retained.

[0013] The first support element includes a first fixing element for fixing the music stand to the top of the piano body, and the second support element includes a second fixing element for securing the music stand.

[0014] Preferably, the second support element rests on the piano body.

[0015] The support elements, which are designed to be adjustable relative to each other, are preferably fixed relative to each other by means of first fixing means which engage through second openings of one of the support elements.

[0016] The second openings are preferably in the form of longitudinal bores for stepless adjustment of the support elements relative to each other. Alternatively, the second openings can also be in another form, for example, for stepless adjustment in the form of rows of holes. However, longitudinal bores have the advantage that the support elements can be adjusted steplessly, and the support can therefore be adapted particularly precisely to the depth of the piano case.

[0017] For longitudinal drilling, screws or screw connections are preferred as the primary fixing means; for hole drilling, plug connections can alternatively be used.

[0018] The music stand has a first shelf at its lower edge for placing the sheet music. Optionally, a second shelf is provided at the upper edge of the music stand, the shelf preferably being arranged parallel to the shelf and including a limiting element at its rear edge.

[0019] The music stand has at least one first opening for fixing it to the support, which is designed to fix the music stand to the second fixing element of the support element in a height-adjustable manner using second fixing means.

[0020] The first opening is provided, for example, as a pair of preferably parallel holes. Alternatively, the first opening can also be in a different form, such as a grid system for stepless adjustment using longitudinal holes. Longitudinal holes have the advantage that the music stand can be adjusted continuously, allowing it to be precisely adapted to the pianist's needs. However, since the music stand is mounted vertically, holes offer a secure fastening option and prevent the music stand from slipping unintentionally. Openings in the form of a grid system have the advantage over holes that the music stand can be adjusted without completely loosening the second fastening mechanism.Furthermore, a dense arrangement of the holes or notches ensures sufficient possibility for the best possible height adjustment of the music stand.

[0021] As a second fixing means, screws or screw connections are preferred for longitudinal bores, while plug connections can alternatively be provided for hole bores.

[0022] Preferred first and second fixing devices are knurled screws, which offer easy handling when loosening and tightening.

[0023] The first fixing element designed to secure the music stand to the top of the piano body is positioned essentially perpendicular to the first support element at its rear edge. This first fixing element thus engages the rear side of the piano. In this description, "front" always refers to the side of the piano or music stand facing the pianist, and "rear" to the corresponding side of the piano or music stand facing away from the pianist.

[0024] The second fixing element provided on the second support element for securing the music stand is preferably located on the front of the second support element and forms an angle (a) with the second support element between 90 and 150 degrees, preferably between 95 and 120 degrees, and particularly between 100 and 110 degrees. In a particularly preferred embodiment, the angle (a) is 105 degrees.

[0025] In a further development of the invention, the second fixing element can be pivotably provided so that the angle (a) is not fixed, but is adjustable over the aforementioned angle ranges or a suitable angle range.

[0026] The first and second fixing elements together form a kind of clamp that secures the entire support, and thus the music stand, to the top of the piano, i.e., the upper surface of the piano body. The support, therefore, clamps around the top of the piano with the first and second fixing elements.

[0027] In a further development of the invention, a music stand according to the invention for mounting on the top of a piano body also comprises a support and a music holder fixed to the support.

[0028] The support also comprises a first and a second support element, which are adjustable relative to each other. The shape of the support elements is preferably essentially rectangular, but can also be adapted to design considerations, provided that all necessary functionalities, described in more detail below, are maintained. The first support element includes a first fixing element for securing the music stand to the top of the piano body, and the second support element includes a first locking element for securing the music stand.

[0029] Preferably, the first support element, due to its weight, primarily ensures the stability of the music stand on the piano body. Preferably, the second support element rests directly on the piano body.

[0030] The support elements, which are designed to be adjustable relative to each other, are preferably fixed relative to each other by means of first fixing means which engage through second openings of one of the support elements.

[0031] The second openings are preferably in the form of longitudinal bores for stepless adjustment of the support elements relative to each other. Alternatively, the second openings can also be in another form, for example, for stepless adjustment in the form of rows of holes. However, longitudinal bores have the advantage that the support elements can be adjusted steplessly, and the support can therefore be adapted particularly precisely to the depth of the piano case.

[0032] For longitudinal drilling, screws or screw connections are preferred as the primary fixing means; for hole drilling, plug connections can alternatively be used.

[0033] An optional second fixing element is provided on the underside of the second support element, which can preferably be folded downwards by 90° from the second support element.

[0034] The first and second fixing elements together form a kind of clamp that secures the entire support, and thus the music stand, to the top of the piano, i.e., to the upper surface of the piano body. The support, therefore, clamps around the top of the piano with the first and second fixing elements. In this embodiment of the invention, the supports, particularly the second support, and the music stand are designed to be foldable and / or pluggable and are divided into several sections, preferably two to five, and particularly three, sections.

[0035] To stabilize the music stand, it can be designed with two hinged or pluggable elements. The first and second elements are preferably identical and positioned one behind the other. However, it is also possible for one element to have a different shape than the other; for example, one element may be shorter and / or narrower.

[0036] Such a construction consisting of a first and a second music stand element also improves the stability of an optional height adjustment.

[0037] The division into several sections is preferably vertical in the case of the music stand and the music stand elements, or longitudinal in the case of the supports.

[0038] In the case of a three-part construction of the music stand, music stand elements, or support element—that is, a construction with a central section and two side sections—the width of the two side sections is preferably no greater than the width of the central section. This makes it possible to fold the two side sections onto the central section in such a way that, when folded, the side sections lie in the same plane and do not overlap.

[0039] For stability reasons, it may be advantageous for the folding support elements to make the side sections wider, at least in certain segments, preferably a front section, so that they cannot be folded to one side without overlapping. Accordingly, in such a case, it may be beneficial to design the side sections so that one side section folds onto the top of the middle section and the other side section folds onto the underside of the middle section.

[0040] Such considerations are less important in a construction with pluggable sections.

[0041] In the folding versions, the sections are preferably permanently connected via hinge-like connections. In the pluggable versions, the sections are detachably connected via plug-in connections. Alternatively, detachable hinge connections can be provided, which allow both folding and detaching of the sections.

[0042] The hinge-like connections and plug connections can be part of the components, i.e., manufactured in one piece with them, but they can also be provided, at least partially, as additional elements.

[0043] It is preferred that the sections, at least in the unfolded and assembled states, can be fixed in such a way that unintentional or accidental folding or unfolding is not possible. For this purpose, appropriate locking elements can be provided which must be unlocked before folding or unfolding.

[0044] In the foldable version, for example, sliding elements can be provided which are designed to be slid forward along a rail, which is preferably provided on the top side of at least two adjacent sections, one and the other.

[0045] In the locked position, the sliding element is positioned on rail sections of both the one and the other section. In the released or folded position, the sliding element is positioned only on the rail section of one or the other section.

[0046] For the pluggable version, snap-in click connections can be used, for example. It can also be useful for the folded or detached sections to have a connecting mechanism that links them together for transport when folded or detached.

[0047] The music stand, or the first music stand element, has a first support surface at its lower edge for placing the sheet music. Optionally, a second support surface is provided at the upper edge of the music stand or first music stand element, the support surface preferably being arranged parallel to the support surface and including a limiting element provided at its rear edge.

[0048] The music stand, or the second music stand element, has a second locking element for securing it to the first locking element of the support. This second locking element is designed to fix the music stand, or the second music stand element, to the first locking element of the support. The connection between the locking elements is preferably positive-locking or friction-locking and preferably also easily detachable.

[0049] The first music stand element is preferably height-adjustable on the second music stand element. Alternatively, in embodiments with only one music stand element, height adjustability between the music stand (or the first music stand element) and the first locking element is also conceivable.

[0050] For a height-adjustable mounting, the first music stand element includes, for example, openings provided as paired and preferably parallel holes or dovetail-like recesses. The first locking element and the second music stand element have corresponding complementary features.

[0051] The first opening can also be in a different form, for example, as a grid system for stepless adjustment using longitudinal holes. Longitudinal holes have the advantage that the music stand can be adjusted continuously, allowing it to be precisely adapted to the pianist's needs. However, since the music stand is mounted vertically, holes provide a secure mounting option and prevent the music stand from slipping unintentionally.

[0052] Openings in the form of a grid system have the advantage over drilled holes that the music stand can be adjusted without completely loosening the secondary fixing elements. Furthermore, a close arrangement of the drilled holes or grids ensures sufficient flexibility for optimal height adjustment of the music stand.

[0053] As a second fixing means, screws or screw connections are preferred for longitudinal bores, while plug connections can alternatively be provided for hole bores.

[0054] Preferred first and second fixing devices are knurled screws, which offer easy handling when loosening and tightening.

[0055] The first fixing element intended for securing the music stand to the top of the piano body is positioned essentially perpendicular to the first support element at its rear edge. This first fixing element therefore engages the rear side of the piano.

[0056] In this description, "front" always refers to the side of the piano or music stand facing the pianist, and "back" refers to the side of the piano or music stand facing away from the pianist.

[0057] An optional support element is provided on the upper side of the second support element, which can be folded upwards from the second support element and optionally serves as additional support for the music stand. The first locking element for securing the music stand is preferably pivotable via a pivot element, for example a hinge, on the front of the second support element. The pivot element is preferably lockable in any number of different angular positions.

[0058] The pivoting element, or parts thereof, can be integrated as part of the first locking element and / or the second support element, i.e., formed as a single unit with the first locking element and / or the second support element. However, the pivoting element, or parts thereof, can also be connected, at least partially, to the first locking element and / or the second support element as independent components.

[0059] The connection between the locking element and the music stand can be designed in various ways, as long as it results in a stable and durable connection. The connection is preferably designed to be detachable.

[0060] To protect the piano body from damage caused by the music stand, the sides of the stand facing the piano body may be at least partially coated. This coating is made of a damping material to prevent the transmission of vibrations from the piano body to the music stand.

[0061] Suitable damping materials are known to experts; felt or foam are preferred examples.

[0062] The music stand according to the invention can optionally include lighting, for example, to illuminate the music on the music stand. Alternatively or additionally, lighting can also be provided to illuminate the keyboard.

[0063] Music stands can be made from a wide variety of materials that offer sufficient stability. Experts are familiar with suitable materials, with plastics, wood, and metals being among the most common. Combinations of materials are possible; in particular, it often makes sense to make at least one of the support elements, especially the first one, from a heavier material to ensure a secure fit on the piano. The remaining elements can be made from lighter materials.

[0064] In a further development of the invention, it is particularly conceivable that the second support element and the music stand could be manufactured from plastics using 3D printing.

[0065] The music stand according to the invention has the advantage over the prior art that it is height-adjustable and, in particular for fixing it to the top of the piano, also depth-adjustable, and thus can be optimally adapted to the individual needs of the pianist. Furthermore, the music stand can be securely attached to the top of a wide variety of piano bodies thanks to the special clamp construction of the support with its two adjustable support elements.

[0066] In the further development according to the invention, the music stand is foldable or pluggable and, due to the reduced dimensions, easy to transport.

[0067] The depth adjustment can, to a certain extent, also be used to bring the music stand a little closer to the pianist, provided that this does not impair the intended clamping function.

[0068] The invention and its technical context are explained in more detail below with reference to the figures. It should be noted that the figures show a particularly preferred embodiment of the invention. However, the invention is not limited to the embodiment shown. In particular, the invention encompasses, insofar as it is technically feasible, any combination of the technical features listed in the claims or described as relevant to the invention in the description. The figures show:

[0069] Fig. 1 is an exploded view of a preferred embodiment of the music stand;

[0070] Fig. 2 a side view of the preferred

[0071] Design of the music stand;

[0072] Fig. 3 shows a perspective view of the preferred embodiment of the music stand from the front;

[0073] Fig. 4 shows a perspective view of the preferred embodiment of the music stand from the rear;

[0074] Fig. 5 different embodiments of the

[0075] Music holder;

[0076] Fig. 6 a perspective view of the

[0077] Further development of the music stand from above;

[0078] Fig. 7 shows another perspective view of the

[0079] Further development of the music stand from below;

[0080] Fig. 8 a side view of the further development of the

[0081] Music stand from above;

[0082] Fig. 9 a perspective view of the second

[0083] Bottom support;

[0084] Fig. 10 shows a front view of the music stand or the first music stand element of the further development of the music stand;

[0085] Fig. 11 a front view (A) of the second

[0086] Music holder element of the further development of the music stand and a rear view (B) of the second music holder element of the further development of the music stand;

[0087] Fig. 12 Detail views of the locking mechanism of the first and second music stand elements without sliding element (A) and with sliding element (B).

[0088] Figure 1 shows an exploded view of a preferred embodiment of the music stand 1 according to the invention. The music stand 1 comprises a support 2 for mounting the music stand 1 on the body of a piano. The support 2 comprises a first support element 2A and a second support element 2B. A first fixing element 2C is provided at the rear edge of the first support element 2A, and a second fixing element 2D is provided at the front edge of the second support element 2B.

[0089] The first fixing element 2C is positioned perpendicular to the first support element 2A, while the second fixing element 2D is positioned at an angle α (Figure 2) on the front edge of the second support element 2B. Together, the two fixing elements 2C and 2D form a clamp that grips the top of the piano around the front and back of the piano body (Figure 2, A), thus ensuring a secure fit of the music stand to the piano.

[0090] The first support element 2A includes two openings 7 in the form of parallel longitudinal bores. The first support element 2A can be fixed to the second support element 2B using the first fixing means 3. This design allows the depth of the support 2 to be continuously adjusted and thus adapted to different piano case depths.

[0091] The second fixing element 2D serves to attach the music stand 4. The music stand 4 comprises a plurality of parallel openings 6 in the form of holes for attachment to the second fixing element 2D, and can thus be fixed to the second fixing element 2D at the desired height using second fixing means 5. The music stand 4 further comprises a first storage surface 4A at its lower edge for holding the sheet music and a second storage surface 4B at its upper edge for setting down the music, with a limiting element 4C arranged at its rear. The second storage surface 4B is preferably arranged parallel to the support 2.

[0092] Figure 2 shows a side view of the preferred embodiment of the music stand 1 according to the invention, wherein in the illustrated further development the contact surfaces of the music stand 1 with the piano body A comprise a coating 8. The coating 8 is intended both to prevent damage to the body and to have a damping effect, so that vibrations from the body are transmitted to the music stand 1 as little as possible and thus do not lead to disturbing noises.

[0093] This side view also shows the angle α between the second support element 2B and the second fixing element 2D for fixing the music stand 4, wherein the angle α is preferably between 110 and 120 degrees and the music stand 4 follows this angle. In a further development of the invention, the second fixing element 2D and / or the music stand 4 can be pivotably designed and assume different angles.

[0094] Figures 3 and 4 show two perspective (isometric) views of the music stand 1 according to the invention to illustrate the spatial arrangement of the individual elements in the assembled state. The embodiment corresponds to Figure 2 with the coating 8 attached.

[0095] Figure 5 shows different embodiments of the music stand 4 and in particular different designs of the first openings 6.

[0096] As shown in Figure 5A, the first openings 6 are designed as holes, for example, as drilled holes. The music stand 4 can be fixed to the support or the second fixing element 2D of the second support element 2B using second fixing means 5. As shown in Figure 5B, the first openings 6 are designed as longitudinal holes, similar to rails, which allows stepless adjustment of the music stand 4 without having to loosen the second fixing means 5. The music stand 4 can be fixed to the support or the second fixing element 2D of the second support element 2B using second fixing means 5.

[0097] As shown in Figure 5C, the first openings 6 are designed as grid rails with locking elements 6A, which allows stepwise adjustment of the music stand 4 without having to release the second fixing means 5. The music stand 4 can be fixed to the support or the second fixing element 2D of the second support element 2B using the second fixing means 5.

[0098] Preferred second fixing means 5 are screws, for example knurled screws; sufficient fixing is also conceivable in the embodiments according to Figures 5A and 5C, for example by means of pins or hooks.

[0099] Figure 6 shows a first perspective view of a preferred foldable embodiment of the music stand 101 according to the invention. The music stand 101 comprises a first support element (not shown, analogous to 2A in Fig. 1) and a second support element 102 for attaching the music stand 101 to the body of a piano.

[0100] The second support element 102 is designed to be foldable. For this purpose, the second support element 102 is preferably divided into three sections 102A, 102B, and 102C. These can either be folded together onto the top or bottom of the middle section 102B, or a side section 102A or 102C can be folded onto the top of the middle section 102B, and a side section 102A or 102C can be folded onto the bottom of the middle section 102B. The front of the side sections 102A and 102C preferably has extensions that provide additional stability for the music stand 101 mounted on the piano case.

[0101] The second support element 102 comprises first fixing means 103, to which the first support element (not shown, analogous to 2A in Fig. 1) can be fixed to the second support element 102. This design allows the depth of the support 102 to be continuously adjusted and thus adapted to different installation depths of the piano case.

[0102] The second support element 102 optionally further includes a support element 102E, which is preferably provided to be foldable at the top of the middle section 102B of the second support element 102 and can be folded upwards to form an additional support for the music stand 104, 204.

[0103] The music stand comprises a first and a second music stand element 104, 204, which are designed to be foldable. For this purpose, both music stand elements 104, 204 are preferably provided in three sections each, which are described in more detail in the following figures.

[0104] The first music stand element 104 includes a first storage surface 104A on its lower edge for storing the music sheets.

[0105] Figure 7 shows a second perspective view of a preferred foldable embodiment of the music stand 101 according to Figure 6.

[0106] The music stand comprises a first and a second music stand element 104, 204, each of which is designed to be foldable. For this purpose, the first and second music stand elements 104, 204 are preferably divided into three sections; the first music stand element 104 is shown here as being divided into sections 104B, 104C, and 104D. The side sections 104B and 104D are preferably wide enough to fold over onto the back of the middle section 104C without overlapping. A second fixing element 102D is provided on the underside of the middle section 102B of the second support element 102. This fixing element can be folded downwards and, when assembled, presses against the front edge of the piano case. Together, the two fixing elements (2C according to Fig.1) and 102D a clamp which grips the top of the piano around the front and back of the piano body (Figure 2, A) and thus ensures a secure fit of the music stand 101 to the piano.

[0107] Figure 8 shows a side view of the preferred embodiment of the foldable music stand 101 according to the invention as shown in Figure 6, in which the attachment of the second music holder element 204 to the second support element 102 is particularly evident. The second support element 102 comprises a first locking element 102F, which is preferably fixed to the central section 102B of the second support element 102 via a pivot element 109. The second music holder element 204 comprises a second locking element 204A, which is preferably fixed to the central section 204C of the second music holder element 204. The first locking element 102F and the second locking element 204A are designed to be complementary to each other, so that a stable, positive-locking, and preferably also easily detachable connection is formed between the two locking elements.The pivoting element 109 is preferably designed as a hinge, wherein the pivoting element 109 can be provided as an independent element, but preferably at least some parts, in the case of a hinge in particular the rollers, are provided as part of the middle section 204C of the second music stand element 204 and of the middle section 102B of the second support element 102. Preferably the pivoting element 109 can be fixed in its respective position in order to permanently assume a set angle.

[0108] Figure 9 shows a detailed view of the second support element 102 without the music stand mounted. The second support element 102 is divided into three parts: two lateral sections 102A and 102C, and a central section 102B. The fold-out second fixing element 102D is recessed into the underside of the central section 102B. The pivoting element 109 with the first locking element 102F is located on the front of the central section 102B.

[0109] Figure 10 shows a front view of the first music stand element 104 with the two side sections 104B and 104D and the central section 104C. The side sections 104B and 104D are hinged to the central section 104C, preferably by means of hinges 104G. The side sections 104B and 104D are preferably wide enough to fold over onto the back of the central section 104C without overlapping. The first music stand element 104 is height-adjustable on the second music stand element 204 (Fig. 11A). For this purpose, the first music stand element 104 can, for example, include openings 106 with locking elements 106A into which the second fixing means 105 (Fig. 11A) of the second music stand element 204 (Fig. 11A) engage. However, various other height-adjustable connections can be made between the first music stand element 104 and the second music stand element 204 (Fig.11A) may be provided, for example also dovetail-like connections.

[0110] It is preferred that the sections 104B, 104C, 104D be fixable, at least in the unfolded state, so that they cannot unintentionally fold back together. For this purpose, rails 104E and sliding elements 104F are provided on the upper surfaces of the sections 104B, 104C, 104D. The sliding elements 104F are slidable along a rail 104E, which is preferably provided on the upper surface of at least two adjacent sections, in this case, sections 104B, 104C and 104C, 104D. In the locked position shown, the sliding element 104F is arranged on rail sections of both the lateral section 104B, 104D and the central section 104C. In the released or folded state, the sliding element 104F is only arranged on the rail section of the side sections 104B, 104D.

[0111] Figure 11A shows a front view of the second music stand element 204 with the two side sections 204B, 204D and the central section 204C. The side sections 204B, 204D are hinged to the central section 204C, preferably by means of hinges 204G. The side sections 204B and 204D are preferably wide enough to fold over onto the central section 204C without overlapping. The second music stand element 204 includes second fixing means 105, which are provided for adjusting the height of the first music stand element 104 and engage, for example, in the openings 106 with locking elements 106A of the first music stand element 104 (Fig. 10). However, various other height-adjustable connections between the first music stand element 104 (Fig. 10) and the second music stand element 204 may be provided, for example dovetail-type connections.

[0112] It is preferred that the sections 204B, 204C, 204D be fixable, at least in the unfolded state, so that they cannot unintentionally fold back together. For this purpose, rails 204E and sliding elements 204F are provided on the upper surfaces of the sections 204B, 204C, 204D. The sliding elements 204F are designed to slide forward along a rail 204E, which is preferably provided on the upper surface of at least two adjacent sections, in this case, sections 204B, 204C and 204C, 204D. In the locked position shown, the sliding element 204F is arranged on rail sections of both the lateral section 204B, 204D and the central section 204C. In the released or folded state, the sliding element 204F is only arranged on the rail section of the side sections 204B, 204D.

[0113] Figure 11B shows a rear view of the second music stand element 204 with the two side sections 204B, 204D and the central section 204C. The side sections 204B, 204D are hinged to the central section 204C, preferably by means of hinges 204G. In the illustrated embodiment, the second music stand element 204 comprises a second locking element 204A, which is preferably fixed to the central section 204C of the second music stand element 204. The first locking element 102F (Fig. 9) and the second locking element 204A are designed to be complementary to each other, so that a stable, positive-locking, and preferably also easily detachable connection is formed between the two locking elements. Figure 12A shows in detail the arrangement of the rails 104E, 204E on the upper sides of two sections of the first or second music stand element 104, 204.The rail 104E, 204E is preferably provided on the upper side of at least two adjacent sections, as shown. Preferably, the rail 104E, 204E forms a section on each of the sections and is longer on one section than on the other. Accordingly, there is preferably one longer and one shorter rail section.

[0114] Figure 12B shows in detail the arrangement of the rails 104E, 204E on the upper surfaces of two sections of the first or second music stand element 104, 204 with a sliding element 104F, 204F in the locked position. The rail 104E, 204E is preferably provided on the upper surface of at least two adjacent sections, as shown. Preferably, the rail forms a section on each of the sections and is longer on one section than on the other. Accordingly, there is preferably a longer and a shorter rail section. The length of the sliding element 104F, 204F is preferably greater than the shorter rail section and at most as long as the longer rail section.

[0115] Reference symbol list

[0116] 1 music stand

[0117] 2 supports (2A: first support element; 2B: second support element; 2C: first fixing element; 2D: second fixing element) 3 first fixing means

[0118] 4 music stands (4A: first shelf; 4B: second shelf; 4C:

[0119] Boundary element)

[0120] 5 second determination means

[0121] 6 first openings (6A: locking element) 7 second openings

[0122] 8 coating

[0123] 101 Music stands (foldable)

[0124] 102nd edition (102A: first side section; 102B: middle section;

[0125] 102C: second lateral section; 102D: second fixing element; 102E: support element; 102F: first snap-in element)

[0126] 103 First fixing means First music stand element (104A: support surface, 104B: first side section; 104C: middle section; 104D: second side section; 104E: rail, 104F: sliding element; 104G: hinge) Second music stand element (204A: second locking element, 204B: first side section; 204C: middle section; 204D: second side

[0127] Section; 204E: Rail, 204F: Sliding element; 204G: Hinge) second fixing means first openings (106A: Locking element) Swivel element part of the piano case

Claims

Patent claims 1. Music stand for mounting on the top of a piano body with a support (2) and a music holder (4) fixed to the support (2), characterized in that the support (2) comprises a first and a second support element (2A, 2B), wherein the support elements (2A, 2B) are adjustable relative to each other and wherein the first support element (2A) comprises a first fixing element (2C) for fixing the music stand (1) to the top of the piano body (A) and the second support element (2B) comprises a second fixing element (2D) for fixing the music holder (4).

2. Music stand according to claim 1, characterized in that the support elements (2A, 2B) which are adjustable relative to each other are essentially rectangular and can be fixed relative to each other by first fixing means (3) which engage through second openings (7) of one of the support elements (2A, 2B), wherein the second openings (7) are preferably provided in the form of longitudinal bores for stepless adjustment of the support elements (2A, 2B) relative to each other.

3. Music stand according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the music holder (4) has a plurality of first openings (6) which are provided to fix the music holder (4) to the second fixing element (2D) of the support element (2B) in a height-adjustable manner by means of second fixing means (5).

4. Music stand according to claim 3, characterized in that the first openings (6) are provided in pairs on one plane.

5. Music stand according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the first fixing element (2C) provided for fixing the music stand (1) to the top of the piano body (A) is arranged substantially perpendicular to the first support element (2A) at its rear edge.

6. Music stand according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the second fixing element (2D) provided on the second support element (2B) for fixing the music holder (4) is provided on the front of the second support element (2B) and forms an angle (a) between 90 and 150, preferably between 100 and 140 and in particular between 110 and 120 degrees with it.

7. Music stand according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the sides of the support (2) facing the piano body (A) at least partially comprise a coating (8) to protect the piano body (A) from damage, wherein the coating (8) is in particular made of a damping material.

8. Music stand according to claim 7, characterized in that the damping material (8) is felt or a foam.

9. Music stand according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that a second storage surface (4B) is provided at the upper edge of the music stand (4), wherein the storage surface (4B) preferably comprises a limiting element (4C) provided at the rear edge.

10. Music stand according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the music holder (104, 204) is designed to be foldable or pluggable and is divided into several sections (104B, 104C, 104D, 204B, 204C, 204D).

11. Music stand according to claim 10, characterized in that the music holder comprises a first and a second foldable or pluggable music holder element (104, 204).

12. Music stand according to claim 11, characterized in that the first music holder element (104) is provided in a height-adjustable manner on the second music holder element (204).

13. Music stand according to claim 11, characterized in that the first music holder element (104) and the second music holder element (204) each comprise exactly three sections, namely two lateral sections (104B, 104D, 204B, 204D) and a central section (104C, 204C).

14. Music stand according to claim 13, characterized in that a rail (104E, 204E) and a sliding element (104F, 204F) are provided on the upper sides of each of two adjacent sections of the first or second music stand element (104, 204), wherein the rail (104E, 204E) forms at least one section on each of the sections (104B, 104C, 104D, 204B, 204C, 204D) and wherein the rail (104E, 204E) is longer on one of the sections (104B, 104C, 104D, 204B, 204C, 204D) than on the other and wherein the sliding element (104F, 204F) is longer than the shorter rail section and is at most as long as the longer rail section.

15. Music stand according to claim 10, characterized in that at least the second support element (102) is provided to be foldable or pluggable and comprises several sections, preferably two to five sections, in particular three sections (102A, 102B, 102C).

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