Music Analysis & Appreciation, Music - Classical, General & Miscellaneous Musical Instruments, Orchestra & String Orchestra, Music - General & Miscellaneous
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Overview
This elegant hardcover book-and-CD package introduces the sights and sounds of the orchestra. After listening to the sounds of each instrument on the CD—from mellow flutes to blazing trumpets—readers may turn to the accompanying book to learn more about the orchestra and its instruments. All are invited to tour each section—string, woodwind, brass, and percussion—to discover what makes classical music so universally expressive. “This is a great book for children of all ages.”—American Bookseller
Provides information about the history of the orchestra since its beginnings in the seventeenth century, instruments of the orchestra, and famous composers of classical music.
Editorials
Children's Literature -
This is a combination book and CD that contains the composition of the same name by Benjamin Britten. Ben Kingsley narrates the composition. While not sufficient as a reference, it is a beautiful package and will attract young readers and music lovers. The CD contains a set of variations for the instrument families, letting listeners enjoy their individual sounds and concluding with selections for all of the instruments. The CD and book should encourage kids to listen and instill a desire to learn more about classical music.Book Details
Published
October 1, 1996
Publisher
San Diego : Harcourt Brace, 1996.
Pages
64
Format
Other Format
ISBN
9780152013042