W. C. Handy's Piano

Composer and musician W. C. Handy donated a number of his personal effects and possessions to the W. C. Handy Birthplace, Museum, and Library. He composed his most famous song, "St. Louis Blues," on this piano.

Upright piano displayed with a stool and sheet music, with framed photographs and blues music posters hanging above it.
Photo courtesy of the Florence Department of Arts and Museums
Upright piano displayed with a stool and sheet music, with framed photographs and blues music posters hanging above it.