Strike Up The Band: In A Monolithic Dome Bandshell A ribboned bandshell is designed with free-standing arches set just forward of the bandshell. The purpose of the ribbons is both practical and aesthetic. The ribbons protect lighting and mechanical equipment and add a dramatic flare to a simple bandshell. Of course the ribbons also add to the cost. Monolithic Dome technology lends itself perfectly to bandshell construction. Designer Rendering of Bandshell by Linda Ware Monolithic Ecoshell Bandshell: Shore Front Park, Patchogue, New York 2007