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

Bingley Music Town, which runs the bandstand area which showcases local acts, said that they were "trying to move our bit of the festival elsewhere".

From BBC • May 22, 2024

In the distance was a bandstand where men in dark blue uniforms were milling about.

From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan