Abstract: A holding device is described to render a pair of cymbals in a prescribed relationship to produce sound characteristics commensurate to that of conventional high hat devices. The holding device comprises a first member secured to a shaft for supporting a lower cymbal, a second member slidably engaged on the shaft and positioned above and in engagement with a head cymbal, and means connected to the shaft for urging said second member downwardly against said head cymbal to thereby yieldably hold the cymbals in contact with one another.