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When British artist Luke Jarram realized just how many people spend time around other strangers without ever speaking to them, he decided to mix things up by placing brightly painted pianos in public places that he hoped would encourage spontaneous communication.

The artist's "Play me, I‘m yours" project began in Birmingham, UK, in 2008 with 15 pianos brought to various public places throughout the city for three weeks. The project was a huge success, and it was estimated that over 140 000 people played these pianos or listened to others play. Since then, more than 1000 pianos with a simple instruction - "Play Me, I’m Yours" - have already been installed in 37 cities across the globe, reaching about six million people worldwide.

Street pianos, some renovated by other artists or local communities, have begun appearing in city squares, parks, bus shelters, train stations, markets, bridges, ferries, and other public places. The project invites communities to collaborate and participate as well, so if there's a piano in your community, you can add it to this list!

More info: streetpianos.com | Facebook

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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

One had to be more than a little brave to play this piano. I know, I was there during the protests. Slava Ukraine!

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The Boston one is the best, especially since I've seen it in person. Love it!

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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Lima-Callao: The music, the flavor and color that flood the streets of this beautiful district are portrayed on this piano. Enjoy it.

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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

There are a lot of talented folks in Denver...art and music, a wonderful combination! ~ :o)

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Keys 4/4 Kids-100 (ONE HUNDRED!!) pianos in Kansas City, this Summer! http://kansascitymusicteachers.org/100th-anniversary/pianosonparade/

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It's a real island on the lake, and not for a campaign "play me I'm yours" http://goo.gl/dAihyz

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