Dreams of Summer Piano Concert at Jack London State Historic Park

Start: Sunday, August 10, 2025 2:00PM
End: Sunday, August 10, 2025 4:30PM

Enjoy an afternoon piano concert presented by the Jack London Volunteer Piano Club. This uplifting concert will feature a diverse range of music styles to suit every taste. The performers will include Louise Bettner, Nomi Yah, Jason Farnham, Michael O’Brien, Esfir Ross, Deborah Knapp, Nancy Novak, and Paula Szoka. The piano concert will take place on the second floor of the House of Happy Walls Museum, played on Charmian London’s 1901 Steinway baby grand piano. Even before she met Jack London, Charmian was an accomplished pianist. She initially purchased the 1901 Steinway on an installment plan. After receiving a hefty sum from his publisher, Jack gave Charmian $500 to finish payment and bring the piano to the ranch, where it became the center of entertainment for the London’s many guests.