House Of Troy AP10-20-7 Advent Collection 11.5-Inch Adjustable Gooseneck Portable Piano Lamp & Desk Light, Black - Perfect for Reading, Studying & Piano Practice

We bought a piano in September, and wanted a light we could use without turning on half a basement full of overheads. Maybe it's because I *still*have the piano lamp I used when I was growing up (which I love and still use as a desk light in my library), or maybe it was the goose neck that gave me pause, but honestly I wondered how sturdy/heavy this lamp would be. Already having a light I love, I also wondered about the amount/adjustability of the light. There were other lamps I actually preferred the look of a bit more, but the look came with an (often hefty) cost, *and,* for whatever reason, all those lights came with inline power switches. And I HATE chasing down the power switches on lighting cords. Truthfully, I had some reservations about this lamp, but we needed another piano lamp, so I took a leap of faith. Happily, it paid off!Lamp arrived in beautiful shape, and was actually quite heavy to lift out of the box - certainly heavier than the one I've had for forever! Once I had it plugged in, I played with the head and neck of the lamp just because I could, and I was pleased at how adaptable it is. The shade moves as well as the neck, so light can be directed right where you need it. Placed in the center of our lovely new glossy black upright, the gooseneck doesn't "cheapen" the space at all; on the contrary it's what a piano lamp should be: it's attractive and unobtrusive, and it looks like it's always been there. And of course the most important thing, it is functional. In it casts a perfect light right where it's needed and it does not move. I've turned out every light in the basement and played with this light alone without issue. Best of all, the power switch is handily located on the side of the lamp within easy reach, so I or my young daughter can turn it on or off without a second's thought.In all, this is the lamp that fit the bill in every way. Compared to the other lamps I looked at, it has everything I wanted - a nice, solid build/weight, both functional and flexible, and pleasing aesthetics - at a fairly reasonable price. I'm looking forward to this being my daughter's piano lamp, that she will have for many years!