Listen: How Evelyn Glennie, a Deaf Girl, Changed Percussion

The inspiring picture book tells the true story of world-famous deaf percussionist Dame Evelyn Glennie and how she overcame her disability to pursue her passion for music.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 40 pages
Publication date: 14 April 2022
Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

This inspiring picture book tells the true story of world-famous deaf percussionist Dame Evelyn Glennie.

As a child, Evelyn Glennie's ears began to hurt. Voices became distant whispers. Ringing phones sounded like muffled crunches in her ears. But when she was told that she would need to wear hearing aids for the rest of her life, Evelyn was determined that this would never stop her from playing music. Instead of giving up on her dreams, Evelyn found new ways to listen.

She learned to tap her foot on the floor to feel the vibrations of the music, and to use her hands to feel the beat of the drums. She even developed a special technique of using her teeth to hit the cymbals, creating a unique sound that became her signature.

Despite the challenges that she faced, Evelyn Glennie became one of the most successful percussionists in the world. She performed with orchestras and bands all over the world, and her music was praised by critics and audiences alike.

This is a story of music. Of obstacles. Of strength and hard work. Of all you can accomplish when you dream.

As a child, Evelyn Glennie's ears began to hurt. Voices became distant whispers. Ringing phones sounded like muffled crunches in her ears. But when she was told that she would need to wear hearing aids for the rest of her life, Evelyn was determined that this this would never stop her from playing music. Instead of giving up on her dreams, Evelyn found new ways to listen.

She learned to tap her foot on the floor to feel the vibrations of the music, and to use her hands to feel the beat of the drums. She even developed a special technique of using her teeth to hit the cymbals, creating a unique sound that became her signature.

Despite the challenges that she faced, Evelyn Glennie became one of the most successful percussionists in the world. She performed with orchestras and bands all over the world, and her music was praised by critics and audiences alike.

This is a story of determination, perseverance, and the power of music to inspire and transform lives. It is a testament to the human spirit and the incredible things that we can achieve when we believe in ourselves and never give up on our dreams.

Weight: 224g
Dimension: 219 x 261 x 10 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780241547687