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Living Room Piano Cherished by Students

Yosef Spear ’26 learning a song on the living room piano. Photo provided.

Northwood is a community. Many different factors and special ornaments each help to construct the well-known, connected community we know as Northwood School. One of those factors is the living room piano. The living room piano was introduced in the school to bring the community together in a public place. The enjoyment of music has brought together many different countries and diversities. Background music performed by a wide variety of students in the living room at any time is a pleasant occurrence. Many different students have dove in head first to learn the instrument as a result of the availability and warm society that is created by it.

“I never considered myself a music enthusiast, but the piano has ignited a genuine passion within me,” shares Trey Frantz ’25. “I’ve learned numerous songs and the joy the piano brings is unparalleled. I practice in the auditorium, but it’s in the living room where the magic happens.” The piano’s presence is a beacon of opportunity, inspiring students to embark on a musical journey they never thought possible.

He added. Nico Cedeno ’24 is a very well-known pianist who has played a wide variety of popular songs that everyone loves. “I did not know piano at all since before coming to Northwood,” Nico said. “I have been here for four years. and I’m yet to master it, but I can perform a lot of songs I like. I learned the piano from Northwood and consistently played in the living room. The fact that the piano is in such a well-known spot that everyone can hear it when someone plays is a great thing. I never thought I would find such a love for the instrument, but I guess I have.”

Yosef Spear ‘26 has newly found the piano as a hobby. “It is a hard instrument to learn at first. I think it is great to learn, though, as it is something you can use for the rest of your life.” Yosef has just taken the mandatory 10th-grade Introduction to Music class with Stew started his piano journey there, and has continued it independently.

Nate Wright ‘25 was in the living room recently, listening to a student play the piano. “I think it is great. The fact that so many people can play it is cool, and I love listening to it.”

The living room piano is not just a musical instrument. It’s a testament to the spirit of Northwood. Its presence can transform the room, infusing it with life and joy. Loved by a diverse array of individuals, it stands as a symbol of our inclusive community, where everyone’s musical talents are celebrated.

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Living Room Piano Cherished by Students

Northwood is a community. Many different factors and special ornaments each help to construct the well-known, connected community…

By Hamish Riddell

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Yosef Spear ’26 learning a song on the living room piano. Photo provided.

Northwood is a community. Many different factors and special ornaments each help to construct the well-known, connected community we know as Northwood School. One of those factors is the living room piano. The living room piano was introduced in the school to bring the community together in a public place. The enjoyment of music has brought together many different countries and diversities. Background music performed by a wide variety of students in the living room at any time is a pleasant occurrence. Many different students have dove in head first to learn the instrument as a result of the availability and warm society that is created by it.

“I never considered myself a music enthusiast, but the piano has ignited a genuine passion within me,” shares Trey Frantz ’25. “I’ve learned numerous songs and the joy the piano brings is unparalleled. I practice in the auditorium, but it’s in the living room where the magic happens.” The piano’s presence is a beacon of opportunity, inspiring students to embark on a musical journey they never thought possible.

He added. Nico Cedeno ’24 is a very well-known pianist who has played a wide variety of popular songs that everyone loves. “I did not know piano at all since before coming to Northwood,” Nico said. “I have been here for four years. and I’m yet to master it, but I can perform a lot of songs I like. I learned the piano from Northwood and consistently played in the living room. The fact that the piano is in such a well-known spot that everyone can hear it when someone plays is a great thing. I never thought I would find such a love for the instrument, but I guess I have.”

Yosef Spear ‘26 has newly found the piano as a hobby. “It is a hard instrument to learn at first. I think it is great to learn, though, as it is something you can use for the rest of your life.” Yosef has just taken the mandatory 10th-grade Introduction to Music class with Stew started his piano journey there, and has continued it independently.

Nate Wright ‘25 was in the living room recently, listening to a student play the piano. “I think it is great. The fact that so many people can play it is cool, and I love listening to it.”

The living room piano is not just a musical instrument. It’s a testament to the spirit of Northwood. Its presence can transform the room, infusing it with life and joy. Loved by a diverse array of individuals, it stands as a symbol of our inclusive community, where everyone’s musical talents are celebrated.