Twelve years have passed since an earthquake almost destroyed the Armenian city of Leninakan. Loussiné, a 12 year old orphan, was born on the day of the earthquake. She is dumb, but a talented pianist. She lives with her grandfather Hovanès, a respected musician, in a domik – a prefabricated small house. Loussiné is preparing for an upcoming international piano competition. The government has lent her a piano to practice with. The problem is where to put the piano...