PIANOS FOR PEOPLE | THE GIFT OF MUSIC
The Gift of Music follows an aging jazz pianist who, reflecting on a life shaped and enriched by music, decides to donate her cherished piano to a new generation. Created for Pianos for People, the film is a testament to the lasting power of music, and the profound impact of passing that gift forward.
★ Shots Americas | Nominee — PSA/Charity
★ Clios | Shortlist — Direction
★ AICP Awards | Finalist — Music
★ AICP Post Awards | Finalist — Spoken Word
★ National Addys | 4x Finalist
PRESS
SHOTS
Pianos for People strikes the right note
LITTLE BLACK BOOK
This Short Film Spotlighting Non-Profit Pianos for People Serves as Testament to Power of Music
Writer and Director: Nate Townsend
Production Company: Townsend Hurst
EP: Michael Hurst
Advertising Agency: Horsefeathers
CCO: Mike McCormick
Starring: Greta Sesheta, Ezrah Lin
Original Composition: Peter Martin
Producer: Lauren Andrade
DP: Kyle Krupinski
Assistant Director: Melanie Shea
Production Designer: Jay Dizon
Set Dresser: Angel De La Rosa
Art Assistant: Jon Stanley
HMU: Melina Farhadi
Wardrobe Stylist: Chaun Loose
Steadicam Operators: Luke Rihl, Ilya Gittelson
Gaffer: Kane Katubig
Key Grip: Jamie Sutor
BBE: Steve Escoboza
Best Boy Grip: Eddie Crosby
1st AC: Cam Owen
Sound Mixer: Christopher Null
Production Coordinator: Carlos Salazar
Post-Production: Coolfire Studios / Townsend Hurst
EP: David Johnson
Editor: Nate Townsend
Sound and Additional Composing: Brent Johnson
Sky Replacement: Kevin Johnson
VFX/CGI Birds: Patrick Vaughn
Color: Point 360
Colorist: Mesgen Gebremeskel