The Amber Trust - Lucy's story

This film is about teaching a blind child with severe autism and exceptional musical potential.
It features Lucy, who is 10 years old, blind, with autism and severe learning difficulties but exceptional musical potential, with her teacher Daniel, and Adam Ockelford, founder of The Amber Trust.
Lucy’s story is a part of ‘Amber Sound Touch’, The Amber Trust’s online resource for teaching music to blind and partially sighted children and young people, including those with additional disabilities.
Website: ambertrust.app/sound-touch/
The Amber Trust was founded in 1995 to provide blind and partially sighted children, including those with additional disabilities, the best possible chance to meet their musical needs and aspirations and fulfil their potential. Amber aims to enhance the lives of as many of the 25,000 visually impaired children in the UK as possible through music, and to promote high quality music provision.
Registered charity no. 1050503
Company no. 3117803
Website: www.ambertrust.org/
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[@AlanBathurst]

This is the kind of person who should be included in the honours list for his work .

[@helenmagee8445]

indeed, and I was saddened he was not with Lucy at the Coronation.

[@cyohe8643]

Agreed

[@conradinhawaii7856]

@@helenmagee8445 Yes... I was wondering why they chose another piano teacher from the Trust.

[@samweston3741]

@@conradinhawaii7856it wasn’t another piano teacher. It was her mum.

[@FiveDecadesWithMR.C]

Totally agree. I cry every time I hear Lucy play. Can’t help it.😢🎉🎉

[@debrafuggle5727]

Lucy’s teacher is a very special man to have the ability and to give Lucy the capability to play. i’m in awe of them both. truly they have been given both very special gifts from God. They are both incredible ❤

[@scottking5555]

There really is something special about them. We tend to concentrate on the people with the "disability" and how amazing it is that they have overcome. Almost no one recognizes the teachers or caregivers for these special people. My best friends mother is not a sevant, but she's an amazing woman who has overcome MS for the last 40 years, and still lives her life to the fullest. Human Interation, going out to dinner twice a week, living with constant agonizing pain, but gritting through it to support her children and husband. In my story, my life, her husband is just as big as a hero, just as brave, and maybe even more worth looking upto. He takes care of her every need, he is this music teacher, he is the care taker of "rainman" he devoted his life to the woman he loves, for better or worse, and the children they had together. The care takers truly are a special type of person, a class unto their own. As different as the sevants are from you and I, that is also how different these care takers are from you and I. Its special, it's worth recognition, it's worth our awe.

[@petermorgan768]

Bless you Daniel. The world needs more educators like yourself. Children look up to sports figures , Superhero's, and various others, but in reality, the special education teachers are the true hero's.

[@poppyfield1619]

The best comment here👏people that work with those who have special needs, are often not considered as heroes but they truly are amazing!

[@stephengregory4553]

Agree agree agree, why are the danials of this world nit being given the awards, amazing man, thankyou danial and thankyou lucy, you have an amazing talent

[@tommyfoley462]

This guy deserves people's love

[@naomicohn2661]

​@@stephengregory4553w Z free qaa M zu sev❤😢

[@jayseaem]

@@tommyfoley462 Danial has certainly got all the love and respect in the world from me. As does the beautifully talented Lucy.

[@pearljam619]

Daniel is the teacher that becomes immortal as he will forever be remembered as the teacher that nurtured and released the creative talents of his students. Lucy is an inspiration her talent is breathtaking. What a wonderful story.

[@unapologeticallyamy9031]

What an incredibly beautiful comment. I really think you should make sure he gets to see this.

[@pearljam619]

@@unapologeticallyamy9031 Thank You for your kind words.

[@tonyking2680]

Daniel Bath, you are the most patient giving man I have ever seen. you deserve an OBE, Thank you for taking the time to give this young lady the skills to play beautiful music. Also Lucy is an amazing person and I send you both my tenderest love.

[@peterallen2904]

Absolutely. Pop stars get knighthoods just for being around for a long time. An OBE is the minimum he deserves.

[@poppyfield1619]

Totally agree! He actually deserves a Knighthood!

[@squeedum4893]

Daniel, you are a pillar for all of humanity. The world NEEDS, educators like you.

[@jtpaar1732]

I can't begin to express how much I'm in awe of two people I didn't know existed before today. Two people who have made it clear to me that our governments spend far too much on weapons and wars and far too little on humanity. God bless you both for showing what happens when we invest with our hearts first.

[@gloriaforzaglia982]

Amen

[@theautisticside]

I am autistic and mother to autistic twins. They're both nonverbal, and music is an integral part to help them learn things, express themselves, and connect to the world. It's really quite amazing to me. Thank you for this video.

[@FALL3NANG3L27]

My son is 11 and non verbal. He started piano lessons in April as his one to one support teacher at school discovered that he picked up songs very easily on the school piano. We started on the "beginner" piano books but they bored him. Within a month he was tackling Chopin and Mozart and is doing so well. Am so proud of him and he constantly surprises me ❤

[@-VANO-]

Я плачу со своей душой О том, что слышу эти ноты Я не могу найти покой Ничто её так не заботит. Она не видит белый свет И как он выглядит не знала Незрячий ангел как рассвет Все наши души пробуждала. Каснувшись клавишей рукою Душа неистово рыдала И как найти ей путь домой Девечье сердце подсказало. С каким же трепетом она Эту мелодию сыграла Как будто видела сама Предвосхищение начала. ... Виталий Анатольевич ЕКБ.

[@kittensrus1570]

Daniel is a rare breed of teacher, to have that kind of patience, what a lovely person, its amazing to see ❤ x

[@hansolo8080]

It also should be mentioned how DIFFICULT it is for most people with autism to allow others to touch them. It's an immense sign of trust that she allows Daniel to guide her hand, reach around her and tickle her head for focusing. I think it's beautiful to witness how the human body can react to something powerful as music. All her reactions would describe the music even if you muted the video. For example, in the last part running down the high keys almost tickles her soul where as the lower bass movement feels like it's providing ground for her "walking" feet. Stunning.

[@Patrick17-]

not all autistic peoples autism presents in the same way so.

[@jeffbristow5741]

this made me cry i wish i had the skill to play like that it was beautiful

[@BartvanderHorst]

It is not true that autism spectrum always means no touching

[@Patrick17-]

@@BartvanderHorst yeah exactly they are all different

[@FectacularSpail]

While some autistic people may be averse to touching, I'm curious if her blindness makes that less of an issue because she relies on her other senses.

[@ElisiasEvolution]

I'm here from reddit, Lucy is amazing and so is the teacher!

[@NorCalWally]

Me too. This is incredible

[@Yojatram]

I also saw this on Reddit. What an incredible girl & instructor. Just breathtaking.

[@tj252012]

Me too

[@muhammadjamil2674]

Her response baffled me she is genuinely talented.

[@JohnSmith-uy7sv]

I'm from Mars. 🙄🙄

[@akairborne]

Daniel, you're a hell of a good person and teacher. Lucy, you're amazing and your talent is incredible!

[@antonymarjeram576]

The relationship between Daniel and Lucy is incredibly important they are showing what can be achieved with the right teacher for the student. Lucy can show everyone what people with autism can do and Daniel is showing autistic children can do, I hope Daniel can train more music teachers to be like him and give a way to unlock a whole new world for them

[@margaridaalvarez.4252]

Professor genial Parabéns ao professor Daniel e Luci Pela ]paciência e dedicação

[@Saved-Christian.Catholic_120]

I love her piano teacher. He is awesome. He has learned to work with Lucy's disabilities so he can help her get the most out of her talent. Lucy has a wonderful talent she has! I'm a pianist and I'm impressed with this, and happy for her.

[@seasmacfarlane6418]

When so many things around us are horrible and depressing, what an utter joy and blessing it is to see this beautiful child make such beautiful music, with the help of this wonderful man. Thanks be to God for people like this. Lucy is a treasure.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@user-lp8lu2mt5n]

This man is a true hero to be able to make a sad thing and turn it into the most beautiful thing. You can't help but love the inspiration this little lady gives.

[@XimenaZhao415]

Amazingly empathetic music teacher. We should all be so lucky.

[@tyffaneelavely8087]

She is incredible...Her teacher....also incredible. Just wow. This is very inspiring. She plays beautifully.

[@DadBodBaz]

The teacher is phenomenal

[@aundreasmith4472]

God bless Daniel for his special teaching abilities with Lucy. We need more experts like him in the special education system. His patience with Lucy is endearing. What a wonderful person he is.

[@matrex187]

this is why the world needs incredible teachers like this man. Teachers are just as important as police officers, firefighters, doctors, lawyers, etc.

[@josephstewart2827]

My grandmother played piano, organ , violin, autoharp and guitar. She went blind by 16 , a talented lady . I wish she had a teacher like this one . He is great ❤

[@crystina99]

"...and she plays better than me..." i am in tears... she loves jazz and Chopin.. what a genius soul... thank you so much for sharing and happy holidays!! Thank you Lucy ❤

[@MalcolmPeters]

Daniel you are a real shining light in these crazy times sir.. the love and help you have given this wonderful young lady your patience, guidence and perseverance fills us with awe, what an ispiration you are.. Your mother Lucy is an angel and you are a beautiful young lady that sends shivers of happines down our spines .. can't wait to see and hear you play again .. one of millions of new fans you now have and will have in the future

[@GreenYoshi3881]

I have seen great things in my lifetime but never have I ever seen something as incredible as this. This is so moving ❤ It’s like an outer body experience ✨

[@GCJNash]

Daniel is a gifted teacher, very moving to watch him guiding Lucy play, she is amazing.

[@carlaallen2131]

This is one of the most awe inspiring things I’ve ever seen, the piano is literally an extension of her soul, incredible!

[@mikeapmusic940]

There are teachers and there are teachers. A wonderful man. And as for Lucy's talent.........I don't thnk I need to say any more. Just pure genius.

[@richardtaylor5004]

Having seen Lucy perform on Channel 4’s “The Piano” I was delighted to fond this video. As the father of a son with Aspergers who took up the clarinet at Primary school and has since gone on to get grade 8 in both clarinet and tenor sax, studied music and performance at uni and through the Northampton music service played with their wind band at many local, national and international events Cannot endorse enough the benefits of great music teachers and the joy they bring to countless young musicians, their families and audiences. It is a shame that the government does not put more value on the arts and spend more of our taxes on these services. I had never heard of the Amber Trust before today but shall take time to learn more about your wonderful work and try and support you in this great journey. Thank you to Lucy, her mum Candice and Daniel for an inspiring story and beautiful performance. Heart warming. ❤

[@perrylowe]

Well said.! I was thinking at first- what struggles for this poor girl ....by the end of the videos...I was crying because she has such wonderful people around her. A mom who seems to treasure her. I think now that she is a lucky girl. Some of us don't have any support or kind parents. I am one. I wish her all the best 🙂🌈💜

[@rakhimukerji7937]

music lessons in primary school have dismantled

[@hargoniyamaki5168]

I am just as moved by the teacher as I am by Lucy. Music will always heal.

[@carlnietoweise4653]

I'm in tears! Tears of joy! Bless you Daniel for having the patience and love to teach Lucy the love of music, which IS the most powerful magic there is!

[@TheGheddon]

I have never seen anything like this. Such an amazing teacher and student. I am touched to my soul.

[@helenmagee8445]

What an incredible man Daniel Bath is, truly exceptional in guiding Lucy to reach her utmost ability.

[@lyngruen8607]

Lucy is phenomenal 😍 Daniel is ONE OF A KIND 😍 What a blessing they are together. ❤

[@pamelabalcom5583]

Incredible teacher! Beautiful girl! Lovely story😊

[@theotherandrew5540]

“You can’t teach anyone anything, you can only help them learn.” That maxim, which I first read 50 years ago in either John Holt’s How Children Fail, or Ivan Illich’s Deschooling Society, needs to be adopted throughout the entire education system. It helped me greatly in my varied teaching career.

[@chrisswain9169]

What a fantastic young girl, she is a great inspiration to others and her teacher should be one of those who should have a MBE.

[@duelenigma7732]

She is a wonderful young genius . It did not happen alone . It took a supportive loving devoted mother and a saint of a musician devoting his life to helping others in complex circumstances . Hats off to the three of you and your resolve . You bring joy to the rest of us .

[@celuiquipeut6527]

This men does the work of God. Glad he got reconition at least. Lucy is AMAZING!!

[@linerasmussen4788]

I bow to her teacher Two very musical people have met ❤wondering what the future holds for her

[@HS-ol4zl]

This is the most beautiful thing I've seen in a long, long time!

[@poppyfield1619]

Haha me too! Too much misery in our world and Lucy's performance has left me feeling really uplifted! Isn't she extraordinary!

[@michaelhiggins21]

Wow, this young lady with all her hardships has achieved more in her 13 years than we will do in a lifetime. I am 76 years old and not an emotional person but she moved me to tears. Michael h.

[@gregdill4364]

I've never been a huge classical music fan but I could listen to her play for hours on end. Thank you Daniel for working with such a beautiful soul the world needs more people like you and Lucy in it!

[@ajm7col]

Lucy's happiness, when she is playing, whether in presentation or learning, is the most beautiful thing about watching her videos

[@lyncee6953]

Chapeau bas pour Lucy et spécialement pour ce professeur admirable 👏👏

[@johnafagerquist8235]

Their interaction is nothing short of spectacular. How he was able to figure out effective communication with her is amazing. They, together, are very special. She can play, and he gives her what she needs, to play more, and better. I cried. At times like these, I take stock of my abilities, physical and mental, and ask myself what I've done with them, and why. I'm, most often, embarrassed by my answer.

[@bobwishart8780]

Dear Adam Okleford - l am grandmother to 11 year old Ben who is severely autistic, non verbal with many complex physical problems. I have followed your amazing work with Derek Paravinicci, Lucy and other children for some years. Your last statement has been so impactful….l don’t teach children l help them to learn - we have been trying to teach Ben to spell using a letterboard- your words have given me renewed encouragement…..thank you so much both to you and Daniel.

[@MusicHavenSG]

I guess most of us are here because of Lang Lang and huge shoutout to Daniel for his guidance to Lucy! Can't wait to see the final episode of The Piano when she takes on the big stage at the Royal Festival Hall!

[@wesman7837]

Wow, that's impressive! She has a wonderful teacher too!

[@musicmanxii]

I've never seen someone more connected to the source. I can't imagine the bliss she must feel while producing her melodies. Thank you for your gift, Lucy. I am humbled and grateful.

[@misstrekfreak]

Dear Adam & Daniel, Not all heroes wear capes 🫵🏻are ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️🙏🏻

[@twelveightyone]

Lucy’s teacher Daniel needs a Knighthood. An amazing human being. X

[@kiwinewz2042]

What a gentle soul her piano man is. How beautiful her expression is.

[@pebbleSesl]

The ease with which she searches for his hands speaks volumes.

[@samwolf2539]

This young lady is fantastic, and her teacher is a legend .

[@earl236]

After watching this I couldn't hold back the tears. Thank you for being you and thank you Lucy you're beautiful.

[@arabella1511]

May God bless you Daniel, you have done something very very special in this world

[@rogfusionkid]

I love to see the pleasure that Lucy gets from playing. She has such huge challenges in her life, and she's happy. Like the teacher said after Lucy played at the Royal Festival Hall..."It's just a wonderful thing that makes you glad to be alive". Look at all these comments, and the reaction from her audiences, it brings a bit of joy and wonder into all our lives.

[@jiaoyang5602]

Lucy's performance is out of this world, and I'd like to extend my heart-felt thanks and appreciation to all heros at Amber Trust, especially to Daniel. It's your patience and love for Lucy that made her music so beautiful!

[@stevelittle5122]

she is a truly remarkable young girl and she got her reward for all her hard work on channel 4s the piano by being picked for the show in London,her performance tonight made my cry,also a big shout out to the Amber trust for guiding her

[@robinhow1345]

Truly remarkable, both Lucy and her amazing teacher!

[@stonedfoxx1251]

Is there anywhere we can watch it?

[@SabrinskySoIntense]

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[@jennypulleyn3471]

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[@DerekLyons]

This wonderful teacher needs an award 👏

[@DaveyH]

Knowing Dan if an award was offered he’d just laugh make a very odd pun and not accept it. I’ve known Dan a long time now, he is a truly wonderful and generous man, a remarkable musician and one of the most modest people you could ever meet. It’s always an honour to play music with him. I wish we could get an award for him, but he genuinely wouldn’t understand why anyone would want to give him one, he doesn’t see anything he does as a big deal.

[@seanwicks3425]

This is absolutely incredible. Never underestimate the power of the human spirit, as Lucy has so eloquently shown us here. What a remarkable young lady.

[@cjp592]

Teacher is like Aristotle. May you continue to be blessed. 💕🇬🇧

[@nicolapicola4502]

This teacher is absolutely exceptional - as gifted as his pupil in my opinion. What a fabulous couple of people!

[@oliviaedralin1436]

This is truly amazing story… the teacher ability to teach Lucy is incredible!

[@schwartzjunge1625]

I saw Lucy’s first clip on the Channel 4 and I’ve been amazed by the talent she possesses. Daniel is an excellent teacher and deserves all the flowers that comes with the work he’s providing.

[@kaykerr3826]

Daniel you are one incredible teacher , absolutely fantastic👏👏👏. Lucy you are amazing 😘

[@tonychorley4936]

Lucy is gifted, and so is her amazing teacher. I wonder if he could have imagined at the beginning how far they would go?

[@kevb6313]

Daniel should wear a cape what a hero unlocking a talent that we all benefit from but most of all Lucy ❤

[@davidhogan5133]

Two brillant minds together as one. Very moving.❤❤🎹

[@stevelee4952]

This wonderful man deserves everything that the county has to offer. God bless him

[@janewestcountry5131]

Wow ! How fascinating is this ?! The amazing talent that Lucy has that has been developed by her patient and also very talented teacher Daniel . How blessed are we that we now get to hear the fruits of their labour ! Fantastic !!! 🤩🤩

[@juliestanmore4595]

I am just in awe of Lucy. She is an incredible young lady with phenomenal musical talents. Her parents must be so proud of her and as for Daniel , he is just a remarkable man and he deserves so much of the credit.

[@pernillelouiseboser151]

As a former music school teacher myself, I must say that he is a truly amazing teacher!

[@lysegauthier2304]

Extraordinaire professeur et fascinante petite fille . La maman de Lucy a fait un merveilleux travail de patience et d'abnégation pour cet enfant attachante . Longue et belle vie à Lucy .

[@larryrock11]

What a beautiful soul! And what an amazing teacher ❤

[@user-zc6go5vz2g]

My daughter is autistic and I am still watching this and Daniel nails it , "self directed" that articulates my thoughts of my girl. My girl is now 25 working in theatre and just got a mortgage by herself. I am so glad, like Lucys mam, I never listened to a lot of teachers until st An drews School in Leatherhead Surrey who BELIEVED. Way to go Lucys mam and family

[@mairenicdhiarmada]

Lucy is just fantastic and so is her teacher! :)

[@iandickson3748]

Daniel should be given a knighthood! I cannot think of anyone who desrves one more with what he does for this amazing young lady...

[@yvonst-pierre470]

I totally agree. Adding value to another human being is extraordinary and by doing that Daniel is at the level of significance. Thanks Daniel we really need significant people like you.

[@engleharddinglefester4285]

I don't know which one is more amazing, but you have to have incredible talent to be able to bring someone like Lucy's talent out. She's is going to be able to make her own way in the world.

[@Sur-Ron]

Just saw her play on The Piano! Wow! She's amazing! Daniel, bravo!

[@searleflesher6689]

What an inspiration this young lady is and her teacher is brilliant.

[@johnandmonicamcnamara5853]

Daniel is the Helen Keller of the music world. Thank God for him,Lucy is a complete success now. She can only go on and on in her musical journey.

[@XxBloggs]

I hope Daniel lives a long life so Lucy can reach her full potential.

[@rosemarydanson4158]

Daniel you are an amazing teacher, such patience. You can see Lucy gets such joy with playing the piano.

[@BartvanderHorst]

I hope people understand that the teacher shows that there is more possible then most people give kids with specific needs credit for. It is not that she is special it is us who are blind. And it is this teacher who can ‘see’

[@lars277]

Lucy is exceptional. So is her coach. Daniel is a true treasure of a teacher. Most music coaches/teachers would not even attempt to teach Lucy.

[@RobertOrgRobert]

So unbelievably talented . Her hands are perfect for the piano

[@edwlancecs3]

Lucy is really naturally talented and it’s the greatest gift she had that not many people in this world can even achieve.

[@earlpitre7366]

Both Lucy and Daniel are a blessing to us. Through them we get a wonderful understanding of God and his love and care for us through each other. God bless us one and all.

[@eamonryan2198]

The confluence of two geniuses have made it possible to produce such amazing talent. Both teacher and student are quite extraordinary. Bravissimo to Daniel and Lucy.

[@ajarnwordsmith628]

This is proof positive of a precious soul that stirs in Lucy. We, her audience, are the beneficiaries of her beauty. Daniel is the catalyst.

[@nicholasselvaggi54]

And something comes along to lift your spirit on KZbin. She reminds me to take nothing for granted. Thank you for this.

[@pattyhertogh9294]

Beyond any words… Simply amazing!!! Both Lucy and her teacher.

[@jessieburnett5830]

What a gift these two are to each other. Would love to see Lucy play in person.

[@rosemarydanson4158]

Lucy and her teacher are truly amazing. Music obviously makes her very happy. God has given her a marvellous gift. It's lovely to see how much fun she gets from it. Her teacher has so much patience with her and also gets joy from hearing her plan, and playing with her. ❤

[@CarlosSuarez-xo4xx]

One of God’s very special children , she’s beautiful, pure of heart, no malice. Lucy has a front row seat to the right hand of our creator. May God continue to bless her and this wonderful teacher.🙏🏻❤️

[@musicloverlondon6070]

Interestingly, I seem to remember Stevie Wonder making a similar sort of head gesture when he played piano, although less pronounced. Lucy's playing is magical and she and Daniel have a great connection. Daniel is an example of the fact that teaching is a totally separate skill from just having knowledge of a particular subject. It takes particular talent to inspire an interest for and communicate knowledge of that subject to a student so he is multi-talented. Wonderful video.

[@mgmcd1]

Kind Of Blue is my favorite Miles Davis album. Those tunes would make a great recital.

[@PigParts]

If you wrote this story people would scoff as it would be too fanciful. The fact it is true is beyond amazing. Inspirational

[@irishkazolotse]

I am so glad they found each other, Lucy and her music teacher, I dont want to even start imagining what would her life be without music, she is music, and he has all that amazing gift of teaching her, giving her exactly what she needs! They are totally twins in music!!!