Inkie Pie, frustrated and bored with her repetitive life on the rock farm, longs to leave and see the world. After an especially tense dinner with her family, she finally decides to take a trip into town to see what life outside is like. There, she meets a beautiful cellist named Octavia, who's goal it is to perform at Equestria's biggest party, the Grand Galloping Gala. Before she knows it, Inkie has made a deal with Octavia- in return for being able to listen to her music, Inkie will travel as her assistant.

...Working as an assistant for a cellist with such high hopes does, however, come with its difficulties.