 | Whalesong : the true story of the musician who talked to orcas Author: OHora, Zachariah | |
| Price: $14.24 | ||
Summary:
A captivating informational picture book about Paul Horn, a musician who communicated with orcas through the power of music.
Reviews:
Kirkus Reviews (07/15/24)
Booklist (08/01/24)
Full Text Reviews:
Booklist - 08/01/2024 In 1971, when Mr. Horn and his two sons moved to Canada’s Vancouver Island, they frequently visited the large aquarium nearby. They especially enjoyed watching the two orcas, Haida and Chimo, who playfully splashed visitors sometimes. But it was sad to see such magnificent whales confined to a small pool. Dr. Spong, a scientist, often attempted to communicate with the orcas by playing recorded music. When Mr. Horn, a flute player, performed for Chimo and Haida, they soon made sounds in response, to Dr. Spong’s delight. After Chimo’s death, Haida was unresponsive to music and near death, but after hearing happy music played on the flute, he began to eat and interact with visitors. The back matter provides more information about orcas, Paul Horn, and Dr. Spong’s role as a researcher who helped to start Greenpeace’s “Save the Whales” movement to release whales from captivity. With a concise text and sensitive illustrations, this picture book tells a true story that will surely resonate with the many children who would like to communicate with animals. - Copyright 2024 Booklist.
