With a project spanning three years, Durham became the largest All-Steinway school in the nation in April. In the enviable position of having 61 Steinway pianos throughout the University in both our Department of Music and Colleges, all students, regardless of music experience, can now enjoy music at its finest, with these wonderful, world-class instruments.
A sense of nervous anticipation - 23 pianos were delivered to their new homes using long-reach cranes to lift them carefully through windows.
A concert like no other
In celebration of this achievement, a special concert was held at the Mount Oswald Hub, featuring 28 Steinway pianos and showcased a variety of musical genres from a selection of musically talented students and staff. The event culminated in the performance of 56 pianists playing original music composed by undergraduate music student, Liberty Richardson.
Liberty composed her piece specifically for the event, winning a competition to do so. The quality of the sound and experience felt by the audience was unparalleled, marking a truly remarkable day for the University as it became an All-Steinway school.
Find out more
- Read more about our journey to become an All-Steinway university
- Find out more about our partner, Steinway
- Discover Music at Durham