Steinway Society of Central Florida, city of Orlando help students fine-tune music, academic skills
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Nearly 30 Orlando students learned basic piano skills thanks to a partnership between the city and the Steinway Society of Central Florida.
The students, who participated in a 10-week after-school program at five Orlando recreation locations, showed off their skills at a piano recital this week.
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“Partnering with the Steinway Society Piano Program is another way the city is providing creative outlets outside the classroom for youth to explore and foster success through the arts by inspirational and supportive learning environments that enrich their lives,” Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer said.
According to city officials, after analyzing both students’ report cards and parent surveys, data showed that 100% of students involved in the program either maintained or improved their academic performance.
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In 2009, Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and the Steinway Society of Central Florida partnered to provide free piano lessons, instructors and equipment to Parramore Kidz Zone youth at the Callahan and Smith Neighborhood Centers. The city said in 2022, the program expanded to three additional sites, including Grand Avenue, Engelwood and College Park Neighborhood Centers.
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