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‘Free grand piano’: the scam playing on music lovers’ heartstrings

City noticeboard, Trade Hub UK (2026-11-08): An email pops up in your inbox: a woman whose husband has died is giving away his grand piano for free. She says she would love it to go to someone “who will… Primary source: original at The Guardian (theguardian.com).

‘Free grand piano’: the scam playing on music lovers’ heartstrings

An email pops up in your inbox: a woman whose husband has died is giving away his grand piano for free. She says she would love it to go to someone “who will truly appreciate and care for it”. The piano “is in excellent condition and has brought joy to our home”.

The email ends: “If you know of a dedicated student, teacher, family or church that would cherish this piano, please feel free to forward this message to them.”

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