This is the story of Teresita, abandoned as a baby and adopted by a childless couple. Teresita was born with a musical gift, but her perseverance against adversity is truly her gift. Against all odds, Teresita learned to play piano and eventually to compose her own music, bringing the joy of classical music, once only for the elite, to people in Colombia and beyond.
Teresita became a music teacher, again once something only for the elite, and brought music instruction to many, remembering her childhood obstacles and those who helped her overcome them. This book is fascinating, uplifting, and wonderful. I was so intrigued by her story, that I googled Teresita and found a wonderful story on NPR.