Starting June 6, Play Piano in Dag Plaza. Spread the gift of music!
A hand-painted piano installed by the nonprofit organization “Sing for Hope” offers an open invitation to anyone who wishes to play during its 3-week stay. Each year, 50 Sing-for-Hope Pianos are hand painted by volunteer artists and donated to schools and community centers after their debut in NYC public spaces.
“The pianos serve as a symbol and celebration of art for all,” says project coordinator Chris Sweatt. “Last year, the pianos had a one-hundred percent survival rating due to our protective tarps and piano-buddy system.”
Anyone can step up and tickle the keys, children included. The program also provides featured artists to be announced.
The piano in Hammarskjold Plaza will be located in the “lounge area” between Dag’s Patio Cafe and the cobblestone entrance to the Katharine Hepburn Garden. This more protected placement enhances cafe ambience and invites visitors to explore the newly planted garden. If you would like to schedule a Noon or Happy Hour performance, contact FDHP and we will post on chalkboard. Let’s have some fun!
Credit: “With Liberty and Jazz for All” painted by Jennifer Kakaletris Boyar
BE A “PIANO BUDDY”
We need volunteer “Piano Buddies” to cover the piano with a tarp when rain is forecast. Please call 826-8980 and leave your contact information