Do you have a spare grand piano lying around at home?

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Shaun Hollis

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The search is on for a grand piano to be used in Don McLean's October festival show. Picture: Supplied

A Far North Queensland music festival is on the hunt for an unusual object to borrow from a local resident - a grand piano.

October festival Savannah in the Round has put the call out for the large musical instrument so US muso Don McLean - the man behind the legendary 1971 hit American Pie - can use it on stage as part of his show.

“Imagine if your piano played host to a legend,” festival organisers said this week.

“Your piano will take centre stage for an unforgettable performance by one of music's greatest singer-songwriters.”

Festival organisers say the piano will be picked up, transported, tuned up, insured and  safely returned.

“We will also make sure there's a photo to remember the occasion and a signed keepsake from Don McLean.”

Savannah in the Round, featuring a host of big-name artists including Lee Kernaghan, Troy Cassar-Daley, Mental As Anything and GangGajang, is on from October 8-11 at the Mareeba Rodeo Grounds.

If you can loan your grand piano, email [email protected].

For tickets and camping information, go to savannahintheround.com.au.