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Music of the Mountains by Sabrina Shah, Manal Mirza

Music of the Mountains by Sabrina Shah, Manal Mirza

  • Binding: Paperback, 32 pages
  • Representation: Pakistani, Muslim
  • Genre(s): Picture Book

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Can Roohi find the courage and rhythm to play the rabab at her school's Eid concert?

"To play the music of the mountains, you must feel the rhythm, feel the beat of your people."

Roohi's most treasured time of the day is when she gets to listen to her grandfather play the rabab, the traditional stringed instrument of the Pashtun people. All she wants, more than anything in the world, is to be able to play songs full of rhythm like him. But even with lessons everyday, she sounds nothing like Neeka Baba's clap-de-clap-clap rhythm and beautiful melodies.

With Eid celebrations coming up, Roohi is supposed to play the rabab at a school concert, but Neeka Baba has fallen ill, and she must perform without his help. He tells her, "Play with the courage of those who came before you." Can Roohi draw on her ancestors' strength and share the melody in her heart at the Eid concert?
* Explores the connections made possible by music and the transformative power of learning to play a traditional instrument.
* Set in a contemporary Pashtun village in rural Pakistan.
* End notes include more information about the rabab, Pakistani music, Pashtun culture, and Eid.

Additional Book Details

Pages: 32

Binding: Paperback

Publisher: Barefoot Books

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Language: en

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Dan
My kids LOVE this book!

An absolute fantastic read, perfect for my children, colourful and full of inspiration. Super informative at the back with some facts about parts of the story such as Pakistan and the musical instruments used.
Worth highlighting the quality of the book too, very well made and vibrant colours. Ordered a couple more for gifts 😊 Highly recommend!

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Ali Rasheed
A story that refuses to be read just once

My niece Meenu absolutely adores this. It's become a nightly ritual and she practically refuses to sleep without hearing at least a few pages from this beautiful story. The lyrical writing and enchanting world Sabrina Shah has created using Pathan and Pakistani culture truly capture her imagination. As an adult reading it aloud, I find myself equally drawn to the message of hope and perseverance. A truly special book. Plus, amazing pictures of Pakistan in the ending author notes. Makes me want to go and visit those beautiful places.

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Rushdia
Beautifully crafted story, loved it !!

The book Music of the mountains beautifully weaves together a story of music, family and cultural heritage, exploring the theme of identity and importance of finding one’s own voice. The author's honest and heartfelt storytelling will resonate with readers of all ages, celebrating the universal language of music. With vivid characters and rich cultural context , this book is a must-read for anyone looking for a story that feels like a warm hug😊

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Julienne Lazell
Music of the Mountains by Sabrina Shah and Manal Mizar

A beautiful tale of resilience and self belief and a wonderful musical instrument