This Magical, Musical Night
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2021

This Magical, Musical Night

By Rhonda Gowler Greene, James Rey Sanchez (Illustrator)

Discover the magic as each orchestra instrument unveils its unique sound in a symphonic journey.

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Embark on a musical adventure where each orchestra instrument, from violin to trombone, reveals its enchanting sound. Experience the symphony's magic as strings soar, woodwinds float, and percussion thunders. This captivating journey celebrates the music that unites us all, inviting readers to explore the orchestra's harmonious world. Will you be swept away by the performance of a lifetime?

From the publisher

“A symphony soars in rhyming couplets.There are many other introductions-to-the-orchestra titles out there, but few have such charm. Pleasing to the eye and ear.” -Kirkus Reviews, STARRED REVIEW “Like a 21st-century update of Lloyd Moss’s virtuoso Zin! Zin! Zin! A Violin, this really is a magical, musical book.” -School Library Journal, STARRED REVIEW Best Picture Books of 2021–School Library JournalMusic! Music! Oh, how grand! A language we all understand.Get swept away by the musical performance of a lifetime as, one by one, each instrument of the symphony orchestra shows off their skills! Follow along as the symphony orchestra’s various instruments are introduced. From violin to trumpet, flute to trombone, each plays its part, contributing to a grand and mystifying performance. These magical instruments will transport you in a way only music can. Soar with the strings, float away with the woodwinds, and play in a percussion thunderstorm! Music can take us anywhere, so celebrate and learn about all the instruments of the orchestra and the music that unites us.

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Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD410L
Themes & topics
Books about musicBooks about musical instrumentsBooks about performing artsBooks about musicians
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~2.8
F&P level
~L
Publication
Published
September 7, 2021
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781499811728

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