‘A Dream Too Far’ – The Story of the Great Auk (MP3 Download)

Description

A haunting, beautiful song about extinction and the fate of one forgotten species.

Taken from Lost on Infinity, A Dream Too Far tells the tragic true story of the Great Auk — a magnificent, flightless seabird driven to extinction on July 3rd, 1844.

🎵 MP3 audio download – compatible with all devices
🐧 Released on the anniversary of the Great Auk’s extinction
📝 Written by Matthew Sweetapple & Pete Weitz
🎧 Emotional, poetic, and perfect for classrooms, reflection, or remembrance days

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What’s it about?

The Great Auk once ruled the cold northern seas. Feared by sailors and hunted to extinction, the last breeding pair were killed by Icelandic fishermen on Eldey Island. Their final egg was crushed.

This moving song retells their story – a chilling reminder of humanity’s power to erase even the most resilient of species.

“The Great Auk survived ice ages, volcanic eruptions, and changing tides – but not us.”

Watch the lyric video on YouTube
Part of the Lost on Infinity musical story

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Why this matters:

• Introduces children to the emotional truth of extinction
• Combines music, conservation and history
• Powerful discussion starter for classrooms, clubs and eco events
• Sparks empathy and ecological awareness

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