Lied Center of Kansas has a new Steinway D concert grand piano, thanks to the generosity of University of Kansas alumni and friends. Four donors: Barbara Nordling, Dave and Gunda Hiebert, and Hurst Coffman, provided more than half of the funds to KU Endowment for purchase of the $105,000 piano. This was augmented by gifts from 30 other KU alumni and friends. Tim Van Leer, Lied Center’s executive director, said the new Steinway, which is 9 feet long, will be used at specific types of performances. This includes world-class visiting pianists, KU faculty and student recitals, and pianists performing with the university symphony. The piano was unveiled at a Lied Center reception for donors on Jan. 21.
KU Endowment photos by Susan Stevens
KU Endowment photos by Susan Stevens
