Chopin Tristesse for 80-Year-Old Blind Elephant

I'd like you to meet Ampan. At 80-years-old she was one of the oldest elephants in Thailand. Ampan was blind so needed to be looked after with great care. Ampan was the gentlest of all the elephants I have been privileged to know and I became very attached to her. Occasionally we'd take an early evening walk in the bushy wilderness around her home. Ampan seemed to enjoy slow piano music so occasionally I'd play her a few melodies before we strolled back to her home by the river.

[stella_studio]

I wish there were more people like you. We would have lived in a perfect world!

[marifini]

Ampan "was"one of the oldest elephants in Thailand...
Thank you Sir for your Love & Care ...
RIP Ampan

[AGDinCA]

How interesting! The ears started flapping as soon as the music began, but not really much movement prior.

[shivinunitholi]

There's harmony left in this world thanks to souls like you, sir. Thank you for everything you do.

[francoisedellsperger]

Un éléphant, un piano et Chopin....
Merci Monsieur

[mikekraft]

A most beautiful Chopin melody that touches elephants as well.

[JaneDoe-obdr]

Dont ever stop. You give us hope in humanity and encourage greatness in others as well to make the world a better place together:)

[pattibrooks]

All animals really love music ! I love music too ! This elephant enjoys the music and really loves it and the man too !

[virginiatyree]

Hello sweet Paul, This post has me crying (good tears), One of my favorite classical pieces. Thank you, very kindly, for posting. I think she approves! v

[setamanaha]

You, sir, are an amazing man with a big heart. Thank you for helping to care for those magnificent gentle giants. The world should have more people like you.

[LCLW]

Literally harmony w/and in nature. Thank you for all you do for the elephants.

[gailsprangers]

So kind. A giant at peace with your gentle touch warmed my ❤

[usagitsukino]

I love elephants. When I was small, I met an elephant called Dino in a zoo. He was two years older than my dad. I used to feed him every day. When I grew older, I didn’t go to the zoo that often. One day, I received the sad news that he passed away due to pneumonia. Tragically, he didn’t have a proper burial or cremation. He was just left in the open space in a dumpster. Whenever I see elephants, I think of this long departed “uncle”. I still miss him, lots and lots. I hope he’s great in the other world. Elephants should never be kept in a zoo.

[unknownangel]

You Sir Paul, have the most beautiful job in the world, and live in a paradise, we can only imagine!! Thank you for your rewarding and heartwarming job that you do!! God bless you all, Anna UK. 👍👍👍🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻❤️❤️❤️🥰🌹

[yasminhelenendangeredspecies]

💖🐘 She is very special! 80 Years! Yes, you can see it in her eyes. I hope she can keep going too....So happy Paul that you are Loving and caring for these Elephants. You are a rare gem in a catastrophic world holding the line of all things Peaceful, Wild and Blessed! I hope you know what a Rare Gift and Treasure you are! Brightest Blessings to you ~ Thank you for sharing your Beautiful talents and Precious Elephants 💝🙆🙏🎶🐘🐘🐘🐘💖 ~

[mariarohmer]

Oh Paul. she adores you. That is so clear.💖

[alayneperrott]

So glad you are able to post your heartwarming Music for Elephants videos again.

[CherylBerryl]

So Great to see one of the sweet elephants. I just love how they connect with you Paul.

[eenayeah]

Top-tier YouTube content. Rest in peace, Ampan

[GrenvilleMelonseedSkiff]

Ampan is fortunate to have this bond with you and your interpretation of Chopin makes your friendship that much more special. Thanks for sharing a magical moment!