The story revolves around Gaspard, a young man who performs at a struggling seaside bar run by his family for generations. After a captivating performance, Gaspard is enchanted by a magical melody and is drawn into the water, though it's unclear whether he drowns or simply falls asleep. His father reveals that the bar is facing financial troubles and may need to be sold, but Gaspard’s father is emotionally attached to it and resists the idea.