University of South Alabama Department of Music is introducing the All-Steinway Piano Initiative, a $1million fund-raising program that aims to provide the department with 21 Steinway pianos for practice and performance. The initiative will give students and faculty the best equipment possible and demonstrate a commitment to excellence. Benefactors may donate money or pianos.

�It is essential that we provide the finest tools for quality teaching and performing,� Music Department Chair Dr. Greg Gruner said. �As a benefactor in our music family, your generosity will continue to provide the department with inspiration and resources to further the pursuit of excellence in music.�

The music department kicked off the fund-raising last month with a recreation of Horowitz�s final Moscow recitals using his personal touring piano, the famous Steinway & Son�s Model CD503 piano. After the concert, attendees were given the opportunity to play on Horowitz�s legendary piano.

For more information regarding the types of Steinway pianos needed or the All-Steinway Piano Initiative, contact Gruner at (251) 460-6136 or ggruner@southalabama.edu, or visit their website at www.southalabama.edu/music.