'Pianos for Peace' festival seeks to transform community by making art accessible to all

Composer and pianist Malek Jandali, founder of Pianos for Peace. (Courtesy of Dan Carmody)

Pianos for Peace” is one of Atlanta’s largest public art projects, created in 2015 by composer and pianist Malek Jandali. Each year, the organization aims to spread the message of peace by placing colorfully decorated pianos painted by local artists in various public spaces across the city.

The festival is underway now through Sept. 22. Founder Malek Jandali joined “City Lights” host Lois Reitzes via Zoom to share the Pianos for Peace mission and what this year’s festival brings to Atlanta.

Interview highlights: