The Court Musician Tucked in His Violin and Waited for Quiet
Orange fur fluffs out around the court musician's face like a lion's mane, and his green-gold eyes look steadily out at the viewer. He wears a burgundy velvet coat with gold braid at the collar and cuffs, a green embroidered waistcoat and a puff of white lace at the neck, and he holds a warm brown violin against his chest, one orange paw on its neck. Behind him, patterned green wallpaper and a heavy curtain make a quiet Victorian parlor, with the soft light of a lamp somewhere out of view.
Cats have excellent hearing, much broader than ours, and they can pick up very high sounds, including the rustle of a treat bag from the other side of the house. That sensitive hearing is why loud sounds, vacuum cleaners and fireworks can stress them. If your household includes a musician or a music lover, offer your cat a quiet room to retreat to, and keep the volume moderate. Many cats actually enjoy soft, slow music, and some will settle next to a piano or guitar. Longhaired cats like this one need regular brushing to prevent tangles, and their fur can pick up dust. Ask your vet if your cat seems bothered by noise or has any changes in hearing.
The concert will begin when the audience is seated, which in this case means whenever someone finally sits down on the sofa.
