Sing for Hope, a leading arts nonprofit transforming communities through the power of the arts, will launch its highly anticipated Sing for Hope Pianos New York City 2025 initiative with a public unveiling of 15 new artist-designed Sing for Hope Pianos. The celebratory event will take place at Fosun Plaza at 28 Liberty in Lower Manhattan on Monday, June 9th, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with a special program from 12:15 PM to 1:00 PM.
The Sing for Hope Pianos program, recognized as one of the world’s largest public arts initiatives, commissions local artists to create unique, playable works of art. Following the launch event, these Sing for Hope Pianos will be placed in public spaces across New York City for three weeks, inviting residents and visitors to engage with art and music in an interactive and spontaneous way. After their public residency, the Sing for Hope Pianos will find permanent homes in schools, hospitals, and community-based organizations throughout the city, extending their impact for years to come. Sing for Hope has become the world leader in public piano art programs, providing more pianos for under-resourced public schools than any other organization globally.
The June 9th unveiling at Fosun Plaza, 28 Liberty, will showcase a vibrant array of musical talent, including the dynamic Marching Cobras drumline, Broadway star Meecah (Hamilton), the acclaimed Ray Angry (of The Roots), captivating musical artist Nia Drummond (winner of the 2025 American Traditions Vocal Competition), masterful pianist Maxim Lando, and the inspiring Sing for Hope HandaHarmony Youth Chorus. Nathan Lucrezio (from Pirates! The Penzance Musical) will host the event, adding to the day’s excitement.
“We are thrilled to bring the Sing for Hope Pianos back to New York City for another year of artistic celebration and community engagement,” says Sing for Hope Co-Founder Camille Zamora. “The Sing for Hope Pianos transcend their function as musical instruments; they become catalysts for connection, sparking joy and fostering a sense of belonging in our shared public spaces. We are particularly grateful to our artist partners for their brilliant work, and to our generous supporters who help us bring this vision to life.”
This year’s 15 Sing for Hope Pianos have been transformed by the creative visions of talented Artist Partners: Diana Barnes, Vanessa Alvarez, Double Yolk, Rangoli Mittel, J.J. Gonzalez, Christopher Spinelli, Sally Chen, Naderson St. Pierre, Bendow, Gabriel Santiago, Kate Fauvelle, Shanice Figereux, Nick Stavrides, Yelena Del Carmine, and Colette Hardy. These artists, selected through a competitive process, have contributed diverse artistic styles and perspectives to this year’s collection.
“Fosun Plaza at 28 Liberty is proud to host once again the Sing for Hope Pianos, an event that embodies the spirit of community and the power of art to transform public spaces,” states Tom Costanzo, Fosun Global Partner and CEO of Four Trees Capital Management. “Sing for Hope’s commitment to enriching the cultural landscape of Lower Manhattan aligns perfectly with our vision for the plaza as a vibrant hub for all.”
“The Sing for Hope Pianos program provides a unique opportunity to connect people through the universal language of music and the transformative power of visual art,” adds Sing for Hope Co-Founder Monica Yunus. “We invite everyone to join us at Fosun Plaza on June 9th to celebrate these incredible works of art and experience the magic of Sing for Hope.”
For more information about the Sing for Hope Pianos NYC: 2025, please visit singforhope.org/pianos/newyorkcity.
