The piano incorporated a recent invention by the piano manufacturer’s founder, Sébastien Erard, called the double escapement action. S & P Erard were at the cutting edge of piano design, and their pianos were played by many of the greatest pianists e.g. It was a revolutionary piano when it was first built. This stunning piano was originally built for Queen Victoria during the 19th Century, but now resides at Buckingham Palace with the current Queen of England. Queen Elizabeth's S & P Erard Grand Piano. © The Royal Collection Trust Watch the commercial featuring 'The Kobe Piano' below. Just a few years ago, he produced a video of himself playing Beethoven’s Moonlight Sonata which he had learnt as a gift for his wife. Kobe Bryant was known for having a secret piano-playing talent. The shape of the piano, which is a very unique cross-like shape, is a mirror image of the late Kobe’s own personal brand logo. 'The Kobe Piano' was designed and made specifically for a commercial with Foot Locker. Take a look at the world's top 5 most expensive pianos. 'It's not the type of thing that should be in storage somewhere or being protected, it should be seen by people,” George Michael commented. 20 years after his death, singer George Michael purchased the piano in 2000 for £1.7 million in order to restore it to 'where it should be' – on display at The Beatles museum in Liverpool. John Lennon and Yoko Ono. © The Telegraphīeatles star John Lennon bought this Steinway piano back in 1970, and famously wrote the hit ‘Imagine’ on it.

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