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A public piano outside the Weiwuying performing arts center in Kaohsiung has been getting a lot of use recently, with people giving spontaneous piano, violin, and vocal performances. In a report live from the venue, FTV found that shockingly, many of these talented musicians don’t have any formal training. They only came to Weiwuying to share their passion for music.

A lilting melody lifts from the piano, accompanying a vocalist’s haunting voice. They’re performing at the main hall outside Weiwuying in Kaohsiung while many spectators listen, spellbound.

Another pianist plays while singing in his deep, resonant voice. This musician, Chen Yin-chun, just graduated from high school and is set to attend Taipei National University of the Arts later this year.

Chen Yin-chun
Performer
It seemed like anyone could go play, so I thought, hey, why not give it a shot? Then more and more people stopped to listen, and I started getting a greater sense of accomplishment. It feels like I’m sharing something.

Many videos have been going up online of amateur musicians giving stunning performances here outside Weiwuying. While professionals are gracing the stage inside, many different talents can have their time to shine out here. Playing in this plaza has become a cherished hobby for many.

Hsu Chia-fang
Performer
Many of the people here are self-taught. It made me realize that I could also try teaching myself piano. Actually, all of this was taught to me by the people here.

With both amateurs and professional teachers popping up to perform, it’s also become a favorite spot for spectators.

Local resident
Relaxes at Weiwuying
Often when I’m at home, I feel uncomfortable and find it hard to relax. But coming here to listen to this really relaxes me.

Local resident
Listens to music at Weiwuying
I think it’s fantastic that we can come to a public space like this to listen to music that you’d otherwise hear in the concert hall.

Hsu Chih-wei
Weiwuying technical manager
We’ve seen so many casual musicians and all kinds of people coming to play and showcase their talent here. It makes all the hard work of maintaining and caring for this place feel truly worth it.

A single piano placed out in public can draw out all kinds of hidden talent. People here are making friends too, filling both the inside and outside of Weiwuying with the joy of music.

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