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Notenpult

music stand

noun NOH-ten-pult Rare

Usage Note

Notenpult refers to the stand on which sheet music is placed during performance. Das Notenpult is typically found in orchestras, rehearsal rooms, and church choirs; the diminutive Pultchen is rarely used.

Examples

"Der Geiger klappte sein Notenpult zusammen und packte die Noten ein."

Natural Translation

The violinist folded his music stand and put away the sheet music.

Literal Translation

The violinist folded his music-stand together and packed the notes in.

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