concert grand

noun

Meaning

The largest size of grand piano, typically measuring at least 2.75 meters (9 feet) in length, designed for professional performances in large concert halls.

Examples

  • The soloist insisted on playing a concert grand for the concerto to ensure the piano could be heard over the full orchestra.
  • Moving a concert grand requires a specialized team of movers due to its immense weight and delicate internal mechanism.

Synonyms: grand piano, full-size grand, nine-footer