Although relatively unknown today, George Bridgetower was one of Europe's most celebrated violinists during the 18th century, performing alongside Beethoven and living under the guidance of HRH the Prince of Wales. George had a relationship with an upper-class English lady who he subsequently married, in a time when interracial marriages were discouraged, especially amongst the ruling classes.

The story tells how George's grandfather was sold into slavery and how his father had escaped.