Zin! Zin! Zin! A Violin

Written by Lloyd Moss · Illustrated by Marjorie Priceman

Watch an orchestra grow from a solo to a symphony.

5.4/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 4,773 ratings

32 pages· 356 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud· AD730L

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Bookroo's summary

A lone trombone starts a musical journey, soon joined by a trumpet, then a French horn, building to a full orchestra. This rhythmic counting book introduces young readers to the magic of musical ensembles. Each page adds a new instrument, creating a symphonic crescendo that will have readers eagerly anticipating the next addition. Will the orchestra reach its full potential? Discover the joy of classical music in this vibrant, lyrical celebration that promises an encore with every read.

From the publisher

When this book begins, the trombone is playing all by itself. But soon a trumpet makes a duet, a french horn a trio, and so on until the entire orchestra is assembled on stage. Written in elegant and rhythmic verse and illustrated with playful and flowing artwork, this unique counting book is the perfect introduction to musical groups. Readers of all ages are sure to shout “Encore!” when they reach the final page of this joyous celebration of classical music.

Awards

The New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children’s Books Award (1995)Caldecott Honor (1996)

At a glance

Format
Pages: 32
Words: 356
Reading age: 4–8
Audience: Picture
Lexile: AD730L

Themes & topics

Books about counting and numbers Books about music Books about musical instruments Books about performing arts Books about instruments

What readers & critics say

Reviews

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5.3

“This book does a wonderful job introducing little ones to musical vocabulary, and there's also great rhyming and alliteration. This book counts to ten in numbers and in the names for different sizes of musical groups, such as a quartet. The colorful illustrations and text display many different instruments, and little one's will learn to say "encore!" when they want more. :)”

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