While all pianists tend to agree on what is good music, there are many different opinions about the seat to use while playing piano.

That is why we will be discussing the topic and compare the positive and negative aspects from each type of seat and their uses.

Piano stool

The piano stools, due to their small size and light weight, are often a great choice for those who want to move around or have to change locations frequently.

We would advise you to choose this option only if you are often traveling from one place to another with your instrument.

Due to the counter-part of the piano stool being the fact, it is not really comfortable to play, and you will feel uncomfortable while sitting on them quickly.

That is why you are using a stool we would advise you to use it only for short sessions and switch to another seat when possible.

Piano bench

While being more comfortable than the stool, it is not as bulky as the chair and offers a good compromise between comfort and space saving.

However, due to its lack of back support, we would not suggest a piano bench to you if you plan to play for long periods or if you have as a habit to not sit with a straight posture.

Piano chair

While the piano chair can be a bit bulky, it will be your best friend for long piano sessions.

Its back will support yours and will allow your muscles to rest, preventing feeling pain or discomfort while playing.

Due to that you are already experiencing pain in your back, this seat can be the right choice for you.

If you are experiencing back pain or discomfort while playing piano, you might be interested in your article about back pain.