This link provides information on the city in Mexico the novel The Pearl takes place in
Song of the Undersea
The lively beat of this song symbolizes the ever-changing, spirited world of the deep sea. No one knows what mysterious secret the ocean will reveal next!
Song of Family
This song represents the calm, warmth, love, and feeling of protection that Kino feels when he is with his family.
Song of the Pearl That Might Be
The song is both beautiful and sad, filled with hope and sorrow. The song expresses many opposing emotions, and similarly the pearl made of contrasting characteristics, for it is pure, majestic and evil.
Song of the Enemy
This song is also known as "Carry On" and it is a plea for strength to fight an adversary. The song has a heavy beat, as if a heart beat is quickening, preparing for battle.
Song of Evil
This song is slow, heavy, and dreary, which gives the impression of evil. The few high sounds near the middle of the piece symbolize the twinkling of a faint light of hope through the darkness of evil.
