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District staff to seek quotes for replacement grand piano at high school
Summary
Staff described the high‑school concert grand piano as beyond repair and said it may cost substantially more than many expect; staff will solicit quotes and return with options that fit the concert needs and budget constraints.
District staff told the board the high‑school concert grand piano is ‘‘beyond repair’’ in its current condition and that repeated moving and retuning have strained the instrument’s frame. Staff said the district will seek quotes for a replacement grand piano that meets the school’s needs while staying within budget.
Staff noted that concert‑hall grand pianos can cost six figures but that the district is seeking a durable grand for school use rather than a concert‑hall instrument. Staff provided a price range context at the meeting, citing that concert grand hall pianos can range significantly higher than the six‑figure starting points, while a typical grand piano for school use may be substantially less expensive.
Staff said they will return in a few weeks to months with comparative quotes and a recommendation for the board; no purchase decision was recorded in the transcript.
