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202558 minGdocumentary

The Piano

202558 minGdocumentary

Everyday pianists from across Australia perform on street pianos in busy locations, offering a platform for regular Australians to share their music.

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Everyday pianists from across Australia perform on street pianos in busy locations, offering a platform for regular Australians to share their music.

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Ken Jubenvilldirector

Kevin Sullivan

Kevin Sullivanwriter

Peter Behrenswriter

Henry Czerny

Henry Czernycast

Shawn Ashmore

Shawn Ashmorecast

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Unearthing everyday pianists from all over Australia through the celebration of the street piano, regular Australians are invited to play the piano at busy locations around the country and given the opportunity of a lifetime.

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