[s3e1] The Purple Piano Project — Limited & Premium

: Transfers from Dalton Academy to McKinley to be with Kurt, joining the New Directions.

The episode features six cover songs, focusing heavily on Broadway and upbeat pop: [S3E1] The Purple Piano Project

The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Season 3 premiere, " The Purple Piano Project ," which originally aired on September 20, 2011 . : Transfers from Dalton Academy to McKinley to

: Adopts a rebellious "Skank" persona, complete with pink hair and a nose ring, and refuses to rejoin the club. Directed by and written by Brad Falchuk ,

Directed by and written by Brad Falchuk , this episode serves as a transitional point for the series, shifting focus toward the "senior year" stakes for the original cast members. It centers on Mr. Schue's attempt to reinvigorate recruitment for the New Directions following their disappointing 12th-place finish at Nationals. Plot Summary