The Upper Hutt Piano Trust will present a special programme of piano and music events at Whirinaki Whare Taonga on Sunday 29 March 2026, celebrating World Piano Day.

World Piano Day  (www.pianoday.org ) started 11 years ago as an international celebration of the piano and its music and is held on the 88^th day of the year , the number of keys on a piano.

 Upper Hutt Piano Trust is marking the occasion this year  with a range of performances and activities showcasing the instrument’s versatility, beauty and enduring appeal. The programme will feature local and regional musicians and pianists, with events designed to appeal to music lovers of all genres of music and all ages.

We believe Upper Hutt is the only location in New Zealand to currently  celebrate World Piano Day in a coordinated way .

Held at Upper Hutt’s cultural hub, Whirinaki Whare Taonga, the day will offer the community an opportunity to  listen, play the Kawai grand piano themselves  and experience live music in an inspiring setting.

We are expecting dance groups , electronic keyboards performers  and other music groups to participate .

If you want more information or to take part please email  WPD@upperhuttpianotrust.nz

Further details about the programme and performance times will be announced soon .

A “thank you” to Paul Lambert for sending this article to The Upper Hutt Connection.

27/01/26