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Grandpa Played the Old Piano While Pebble Listened on the Bench

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Grandpa bends over the keys of an old wooden piano, his fingers resting lightly on the ivory as he plays a slow tune. Pebble sits on the leather bench beside him with her tail curled around her feet, round face lifted and golden eyes calm. A potted plant on the windowsill and a wicker basket in the corner add warmth to the sunlit room.

Sheet music is probably unnecessary, since he seems to play from memory. Pebble listens with her ears pointed and her whiskers still, a very attentive audience.

Cats have sensitive hearing and often take an interest in music, especially soft melodies. Gentle sounds can be soothing, while loud or sudden notes can startle her, so keep the volume moderate and let her leave if she wants. A bench seat is a safe perch, though a cat walking across piano keys can pinch her paws if the lid falls, so keep the lid propped up carefully. Exotic Shorthairs are usually calm, so a quiet music session suits them. If she seems stressed by the sound, offer a quiet room away from the music.

The song drifts on, and she does not move a muscle. A good recital does not need applause when there is purring. When the last note fades, she will probably blink slowly, which in cat language is a very high compliment indeed.

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