US3974732A
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Multiple musical instrument holder for marching
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1975-03-31
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Granted: 1976-08-17
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Expires: 1995-03-31
Abstract
Abstract A multiple instrument holder for marching, in which a support section for holding a plurality of percussion instruments is supported in forwardly spaced relation to the body of the marcher by a means projecting forwardly from the marcher's body and engaging the instrument support section. Harness around the shoulders of the marcher is used for supporting the outer end of the projecting means and the instrument support section in various vertical positions. The instrument support section is preferably bar-like and arcuate in shape, and contains a plurality of means for holding instruments in various positions and arrangements thereon.
Inventors
- 👤 Ralph C. Kester, Jr.
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-03 18:29
CPC Classifications
G; G10; G10G; G10G5/00; G10G5/005
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 10
Claim 1
Independent Claim
120 words
A multiple musical instrument holder for marching, comprising an instrument support section including an elongated, horizontally disposed member having the outer ends thereof extending rearwardly and having a plurality of laterally spaced instrument support stations for holding a plurality of percussion instruments in playing position, a forwardly projecting means connected at its forward end to said instrument support section and extending to a position for engagement with the body of the marcher near the waist for holding the instrument support section in forwardly spaced relation to the marcher's body, and shoulder harness for the marcher for supporting the forward end of said projecting means and the instrument support section in a desired position relative to the body of the marcher.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
120 words
A multiple musical instrument holder for marching, comprising an instrument support section including an elongated, horizontally disposed member having the outer ends thereof extending rearwardly and having a plurality of laterally spaced instrument support stations for holding a plurality of percussion instruments in playing position, a forwardly projecting means connected at its forward end to said instrument support section and extending to a position for engagement with the body of the marcher near the waist for holding the instrument support section in forwardly spaced relation to the marcher's body, and shoulder harness for the marcher for supporting the forward end of said projecting means and the instrument support section in a desired position relative to the body of the marcher.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
33 words
a multiple musical instrument holder as defined in claim 1 in which said instrument support section consists of a bar-like member in a generally arcuate shape with the outer ends thereof extending rearwardly.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
40 words
a multiple musical instrument holder as defined in claim 2 in which said bar-like section contains a plurality of holes spaced therealong for holding fixtures for the musical instruments in rigid position on said section at and in various positions.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
39 words
A multiple musical instrument holder as defined in claim 3 in which said forwardly projecting means is extendible and contractable for adjusting the position of said instrument support section in various positions relative to the body of the marcher.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
46 words
A multiple musical instrument holder as defined in claim 1 in which said instrument support section is an elongated bar-like member having a plurality of holes spaced therealong for holding fixtures for the musical instruments in playing position on said section at and in various positions.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
39 words
A multiple musical instrument holder as defined in claim 1 in which said forwardly projecting means is extendible and contractable for adjusting the position of said instrument support section in various positions relative to the body of the marcher.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
67 words
In an instrument holder for marching, an instrument support section including an elongated, horizontally disposed member having the outer ends thereof extending rearwardly and having a plurality of laterally spaced instrument support stations for holding a plurality of percussion instruments, said section having means for attaching instruments thereto and a means for supporting said section in forwardly spaced relation with respect to the body of the marcher.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
67 words
In an instrument holder for marching, an instrument support section including an elongated, horizontally disposed member having the outer ends thereof extending rearwardly and having a plurality of laterally spaced instrument support stations for holding a plurality of percussion instruments, said section having means for attaching instruments thereto and a means for supporting said section in forwardly spaced relation with respect to the body of the marcher.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
29 words
A multiple musical instrument holder as defined in claim 7 in which said instrument support section is of a bar-like arcuate construction having the ends thereof extending generally rearwardly.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1979-08-17 | 1980-02-16 | 1980-08-17 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1983-08-17 | 1984-02-16 | 1984-08-17 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1987-08-17 | 1988-02-16 | 1988-08-17 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |