Piano celebration in Hurstpierpoint invites the public to play

Hurstpierpoint will host a free public piano event in the Village Garden on March 28 from 12pm to 5pm, with pre-booked 10-minute slots and additional walk-up opportunities.

Hurstpierpoint will host a free public piano event in the Village Garden on March 28. A piano will be placed outdoors to create a shared space where people can gather, play and listen. The event is organised by HURSTfolk. and Hurst Festival and is timed to mark World Piano Day. World Piano Day began in 2015 and is observed on the 88th day of the year as a reference to the 88 keys of a standard piano. Event details: - Date and time: March 28, running from 12pm to 5pm. - Location: Village Garden, opposite Morley's on High Street, Hurstpierpoint. - Performance slots: organisers will offer pre-booked 10-minute slots and more walk-up slots during the day. - Audience and participants: organisers say the event is for all ages and abilities, from beginners to experienced players, and that people are welcome to sit and listen. - Support: funding was provided by the Hurst Community Charity Shop and Hurstpierpoint and Sayers Common Parish Council. Summary: The event aims to create a community space for shared music and listening on World Piano Day. It is scheduled for March 28 with a mix of pre-booked and walk-up playing opportunities, and organisers have provided a link for more information.