In the Night Garden

The Tombliboos listen to the musical stepping stones created by Igglepiggle, hearing the rhythm as it passes by. In addition, they hear Upsy Daisy’s singing, a melodic voice that joins the soundscape. Together, these auditory cues fill the bright scene.

The programme titled is an episode from the Tombliboos series. It falls under the genre of a children’s television episode and, like the rest of the show, it follows the whimsical adventures of the titular characters. The episode’s focus is on sound, specifically on the music that the Tombliboos encounter during their playtime. In this particular instalment the Tombliboos become aware of two distinct auditory experiences. First, they hear Igglepiggle’s musical stepping stones, a rhythmic series of notes that accompany his movements. Shortly after, the gentle voice of Upsy Daisy reaches their ears as she sings, adding a melodic layer to the scene. The two sounds together create a lively backdrop for the Tombliboos’ activities. The episode therefore centres on the Tombliboos’ reaction to these musical cues. They pause to listen, letting Igglepiggle’s stepping stones and Upsy Daisy’s singing fill the space around them. By focusing on these auditory moments, the show highlights how sound can capture the imagination of its young viewers, encouraging them to notice the music that surrounds everyday play.