COMPOSER | ILLUSTRATOR:
Matt Ottley
AUTHOR:
Danny Parker
ABOUT:
Toby always carries a parachute with him, just in case. His parachute makes him feel safe when he has to climb down from his bunk bed or when he’s playing on the swings. But one day, Toby’s cat gets stuck in a tree, and it’s up to Toby to rescue him. With the help of his parachute, Toby reaches his cat and lowers him safely to the ground. But now Toby is stuck in the tree, unless he can conquer his fears. . . .
THEMES:
Overcoming fear, bravery, security, imagination, growing up, parental love and guidance.
ORCHESTRATION:
String quintet (two violins, viola, cello, double bass), piano and narrator