‘Whistling changed my life:’ The competitive world of rockstar whistlers
Ryan Engstrom admits he was “horribly nervous” before he took his turn at the microphone. But you would never know it. The young man performed with joy and artistry, perfectly hitting his high notes, moving with ease through well-placed riffs, and leaving at least one person in the audience whistling his selection – Édith Piaf’s “La Vie en Rose” – long after he took his bow.
Which is exactly the desired effect. Mr. Engstrom is part of a small
