Seven Year Old Girl Plays Piano for Her Adopted Dog

Emilie Barton, the seven year old daughter of musician Paul Barton, who plays the piano for elephants and monkeys in Thailand, showcased her own musical talent for their adopted dog Sharkey who was sitting atop the instrument. Emilie performed “Moon River” and Bach‘s “Prelude No.1” for the former shelter dog that the family invited into their loving home.

Emilie (7-years-old) plays “Moon River” on piano ….[and] Bach’s Prelude No.1 from the WTC book 1 for our shelter dog, Sharky.

Emilie talks about adopting dogs in her “Growing Up With Animals” series.

Lori Dorn
Lori Dorn

Lori is a Laughing Squid Contributing Editor based in New York City who has been writing blog posts for over a decade. She also enjoys making jewelry, playing guitar, taking photos and mixing craft cocktails.