Piano News

On February 7th, the Hyatt Regency Hotel played host to the 2015 Scotiabank Feast of Fortune fundraising dinner, in support of Vancouver’s Tapestry Foundation. The event, which celebrated the Chinese New Year, featured exquisite meals prepared by talented chefs, both live and silent auctions, luxury cars on display, and plenty of entertainment (including music played on our very own Grey...

Big Night, one of Vancouver’s most anticipated culinary events, took place last week. Food and wine enthusiasts, local celebrities, and members of the media enjoyed a rich profusion of one-of-a-kind dishes while listening to beautiful music played on a Grey Pops Steinway. More than 500 people congregated at the Coast Coal Harbour Hotel located in the heart of Vancouver’s downtown...

The Wall Center Dinner Concert Series took place last week, and the many musical performances that took place were absolutely sublime! Famous Vancouver businessman and music aficionado, Mr. Peter Wall, hosted an evening of sumptuous dining and musical brilliance, with 100% of ticket proceeds benefiting the Vancouver Academy of Music. Delectable dishes were served and guests were left speechless by remarkable...

The 15th Annual Canucks for Kids Fund Dice & Ice Fundraiser took place on Wednesday, and it was a fantastic blend of sport & music – all to contribute to a phenomenal cause! Hotel Vancouver played host to the event, which has not only risen in popularity since it first began, but also in money earned to help support the...

The new year at UBC started on the right note with the acquisition of two new Yamaha C3X pianos, allowing faculty and students to start their musical journey with the rich and vibrant tones that Yamahas are known for. UBC School of Music Director, Dr. Richard Kurth, with faculty members, Dr. Sara Davis Buechner and Dr. Corey Hamm took some...

On December 20th, the Tom Lee Music Festival was held at the Concord Pacific Park Avenue West Presentation Centre in Surrey. There was a strong lineup of performances, which included the Groovedaddy jazz band, Jazz Trio with Trevor Hoffmann (pianist), Aloma Steele(vocalist) and Brian Chan (cellist), members from the Steinway Youth Artist Program, and more! Photo Highlights

People who spent any time at YVR last month may have seen a few beautiful pianos on display. We were pleased to bring a couple of wonderful music moments to travellers who were arriving and departing over the Christmas holidays. Two Yamaha Pianos and a Steinway were set up inside the airport near departure areas over the course of 15...

Parents and teachers of St George’s School enjoyed an elegant afternoon with coffee, tea, treats and Steinway Christmas music. Homemade desserts were both exquisite and plentiful as speeches were made and coffee was served by the parents of students who attend St. George’s School. Together, the holiday decorations and music played on a Steinway O created a great Christmas atmosphere...

Last week, members of the Steinway Young Artists Program wowed the community at Century House with breathtaking classical music. From Beethoven to Rachmaninoff, there was a diverse and extensive selection of compositions, all to help children with special needs in British Columbia. The Steinway allowed for the young and inspiring performers to play some incredibly beautiful music. In between performances...

Members of the community and local celebrities congregated last week at BIRKS for a great cause - to raise money and support safe environments for women and children who are trying to flee from domestic abuse. Among the hundreds of guests who attended was Steinway Artist Wei Ning, who played breathtaking music on the Bubinga Crown Jewel while delicious food...