Steinway’s John Lennon “Imagine” series grand is modelled after the piano he gifted his wife, Yoko Ono, on her birthday in 1971. This incredibly limited edition collection was developed with the intention of paying tribute to the musical genius of John Lennon. With production limited to only 175 grand and upright pianos worldwide, this is a truly rare piece.

The John Lennon “Imagine” grand piano is a 6’2″ parlour grand that was custom built and handcrafted at Steinway’s world-renowned Hamburg, Germany factory. This beautiful grand piano captures the perfect harmony between creativity and music that was at the essence of John Lennon’s songs.

Finished in a stunning polished white finish, this piano dons the opening notes of Lennon’s “Imagine” on the plate as well as a numbered plaque bearing John Lennon’s signature. The soundboard features a coloured illustration of Lennon sitting atop the globe. Furthermore, each piano from this collection features one of seven illustrations from the late musician on the piano’s music desk. Only 25 instruments of each design were produced, making this particular piano even more rare.

While it is easy to get lost in the aesthetic uniqueness and beauty of this instrument, it must be said that this piano is not merely an art piece. Beneath the wonderful artwork is a stunning parlour grand that exudes power, delicacy, expression, colour, and musicality. As one would expect from a Hamburg Steinway, this piano is an absolute dream to play. The balance between tone and touch is perfectly symbiotic, which ensures that players are able to access a musical connectivity to this piano that is seldom felt.

Whether you are a lifelong Beatles fan, an admirer of the genius of John Lennon, or, simply, a lover of beautiful pianos, this 2013 John Lennon “Imagine” grand piano is both a majestic instrument and piece of art Do not miss out on this truly unique opportunity to own a piece of music history.