Stuart Warner

Musician and community radio presenter

2025 ACT Senior Australian of the Year Nominee

Canberra’s own ‘Piano Man’ Stuart Warner has been bringing joy to the public and visitors for 35 years, playing weekly at Hyatt Hotel Canberra as well as embassies, the Commonwealth Club, events and parties.  

When not serenading guests, Stuart has been a radio presenter and program coordinator for community radio station ArtSound FM 92.7 for 10 years. On air for up to four hours a week, he has amassed an audience thanks to his soothing voice and impart of music and singer knowledge.  

A mentor to many, Stuart serves on several committees at ArtSound, including its Board, and assisted with training courses and seminars to introduce new community members to broadcasting. 

Stuart is also a trained theatre organist and held positions on the executive of the Theatre Organ Society of Australia (ACT) since 1998. He performs on the Compton Theatre organ housed in the Albert Hall and has a 40-year local government career in NSW.