bandstand

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“In Claude Collier,” she rhapsodizes, “I saw my very youth, a fateful green garden, parades on the Avenue, an orchestra on a bandstand, my youth in New Orleans.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026

The park has a nice soccer field and a lovely bandstand, among other popular attractions, but many parents told me they’re reluctant to visit with their children because of safety concerns.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 1, 2025

I just assume he couldn't recollect or revel in discussions about Count Basie and Duke Ellington and sitting on the bandstand and blowing trumpet with many other people, especially in Hollywood.

From Salon • Apr. 19, 2025

Jon McClure, the lead singer from the Sheffield band Reverend and the Makers, recently purchased "an old-fashioned English bandstand guitar" from the new shop.

From BBC • Jan. 12, 2025

A dance floor and bandstand are off to the side, opposite the podium where Hilly Holbrook will give her speech.

From "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett