soundshell

English

Etymology

From sound +‎ shell.

Noun

soundshell (plural soundshells)

  1. Synonym of bandshell.
    • 1977, Stanley Sadie, The musical times‎[1], page 501:
      The nostalgic decor of the 1920s has been retained, but structural changes include the installation of a permanent soundshell made from three-inch thick, steel-reinforced plaster, the enlargement of the stage [...]
    • 2002, Peter Goldsworthy, Maestro‎[2]:
      Keller inclined his head slightly then returned his gaze to the soundshell. The orchestra was assembling. [...] 'I remember once hearing the 1812 Overture in the old soundshell,' Gran began.
    • 2010, Donald, Darroch, New Zealand handbook‎[3], page 522:
      The park alongside the beach has a number of attractions including [...] an open-air concert soundshell.
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