In the Shade of an Acacia Tree

In the Shade of an Acacia Tree, BY AYUMI OKADA

FOR SOLO PIANO, LATE INTERMEDIATE, 3 PAGES

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This piece is the composer’s attempt to capture the peaceful feeling of a place one can visit in the mind to rest the soul. Inspired by the life of a family in the deserts of the UAE, surrounded by animals ranging from cats and dogs to gazelles and camels, the piece evokes the gentle, serene moments of quiet afternoons. Amid the challenges of daily life, these moments feel almost timeless—a calm, comforting space for the family and anyone who glimpses their world to return to in spirit.