The Story of the Orchestra

By Robert Levine, Meredith Hamilton (Illustrator)

Discover the magic of classical music through instruments, composers, and styles.

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96 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Embark on a musical adventure with Orchestra Bob, exploring the vibrant world of classical music. Dive into the stories of legendary composers like Bach and Stravinsky, and uncover the secrets of orchestral instruments from the cello to the timpani. With vivid illustrations and a 70-minute CD, young readers will experience the sounds of a violin and the charm of a Mozart minuet. Perfect for budding musicians and curious minds, this journey offers a playful introduction to music history and styles, from Baroque to Modern. What melodies will you discover?

From the publisher

Eye-catching illustrations and an accompanying 70-minute CD make this an exciting and educational introduction to the world of classical music-from composers and music history to the instruments of the orchestra-for elementary age children (and parents, too!).Illustrated in exquisite and colorful detail with over 100 original drawings and photographs, the engaging text is broken into three sections: An introduction to each instrument of the orchestra from the cello to the timpani The stories of famous composers from Bach to Stravinsky. An explanation of different musical styles from Baroque to Modern.Each step of the way, children can listen to actual musical examples of what they are learning about. 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. Join Orchestra Bob on this fun and exciting musical journey. Perfect for young students just starting to play an orchestral instrument as well as for parents and teachers looking for a simple introduction to the principles and history of classical music.

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