A Child's Introduction to the Orchestra - by Robert Levine (Hardcover)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>"Includes downloadable music and a poster!"--Dust jacket.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><b>This interactive, bestselling introduction to the world of classical music -- from music history and key composers to instruments and arrangements -- </b><b>now includes a removable poster and</b><b> access to downloadable music so elementary-age children (and their parents) can listen as they learn.</b><b><br></b><i>A Child's Introduction to the Orchestra</i> is a fun and exciting musical journey. With cheery narrator Orchestra Bob as their guide, kids are encouraged to listen, learn, and enjoy as they are introduced to the most powerful works from the greatest composers throughout history. He tells wacky stories about deaf composers and quirky musicians, and explores the inspirations behind monumental pieces. Kids will also learn about each instrument of the orchestra from the cello to the timpani, as well as different musical styles from Baroque to Modern.<br>Each step of the way, children can listen to musical examples of what they are learning about by downloading audio tracks from an exclusive website. Young readers will hear the sound of an actual violin as they study the instrument and enjoy the playful tune of a Mozart minuet as they read about the composer's precocious exploits as a child. Also included is a removable a poster of instruments and their location in the orchestra.<br>Illustrated in exquisite and colorful detail with over 100 original drawings and photographs, this is the perfect introduction to the magical world of classical music. <p/><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br>Robert Levine is a New York born-and-bred music writer. His work has appeared in many periodicals and newspapers. He is also the author of <i>Maria Callas: A Musical Biography</i>. <br>Meredith Hamilton has illustrated eight books in the <i>Child's Introduction</i> series. Her other illustration work includes apps for children, cookbooks, and Steuben glass. She lives in Brooklyn, NY.
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