A haunting fable-like story by the well-known musician and author, Eddie Ayres, about the power of music and a young girl in Kabul set during the occupation of the Taliban
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Eddie Ayres embodies a lifetime of musical experience, from learning the viola as a child and playing with the Hong Kong Philharmonic to mastering the cello later in life and hosting a successful radio show. All this time, however, Eddie was Emma Ayres, navigating a profound internal struggle with gender identity. In 2014, facing deep depression, Emma sought an unconventional path to salvation by teaching music to children in a war zone. Through the chaos and resilience of Kabul, detailed in 'Danger Music,' Eddie shares the transformative power of music on orphans and street kids, alongside his own journey of finally embracing the man he always was.
- 2018
- 2018
Danger Music
- 304 pages
- 11 hours of reading
The narrative explores Eddie Ayres' transformative journey from Emma to Eddie, focusing on his struggle with gender identity and depression. After leaving a successful radio career, he finds purpose in teaching music to orphans in war-torn Afghanistan. Amidst the chaos of Kabul, Eddie shares the profound impact of music on the lives of Afghan children, who find joy in classical and local tunes. This memoir intertwines personal growth and resilience, highlighting the healing power of music and the pursuit of self-acceptance.