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Children's book of music / music consultants Richard Mallett, Ann Marie Stanley.
Discover the power of music and be inspired by cultures from all over the world with the Children's Book of Music. You'll find out how instruments are made and played and learn about the fascinating lives and achievements of great composers and musicians, from Bach to Bowie, Bjork, and Beyonce. The book is packed with facts and photos highlighting musical styles from around the globe, from the very earliest music through classical and blues, reggae, Afropop, hip-hop, and dance.
Record details
- ISBN: 9780744082777 (hardcover)
- Physical Description: 142 pages : color illustrations, portraits ; 29 cm
- Edition: Second edition.
- Publisher: London : Dorling Kindersley Limited, 2023.
Content descriptions
| General Note: | Includes index. |
| Formatted Contents Note: | Early music (50,000 BCE-1600 CE) -- Classical music (1600-1900) -- Modern music (1900- ). |
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- Baker & Taylor
An introduction to music history takes readers on a chronological journey to explore music from different cultures, the development of instruments and the progression of musical styles. New edition. Illustrations. - Baker & Taylor
"Discover the power of music and be inspired by cultures from all over the world with this extensive children's guide. This book is the perfect introduction for young readers to the world of music and celebrates music from every continent!"-- - Penguin Putnam
Go on a musical journey around the world in this childrenâs introduction.
Discover the power of music and be inspired by cultures from all over the world with this extensive childrenâs guide. This book is the perfect introduction for young readers to the world of music and celebrates music from every continent!
Children aged 9+ can find out how instruments are made and played, and learn about the fascinating lives and achievements of great composers and musicians, from Bach to Bowie, Bjork and Beyoncé. All the essential information about music is covered, including the major movements, composers, instruments and techniques.
This music book for children offers:
- Chapters which cover a huge range of musical styles, from the very first instruments to the modern day.
- Explanations of how music touches our lives, from festivals and religion, to TV and film, pop music and stardom.
- Profiles of influential musicians from Bach to Elvis.
- A focus on key instruments such as piano and violin, showing their component parts and the famous musicians who play them.
Childrenâs Book of Music is full of facts and photos highlighting musical styles from across the globe, from the very earliest music through to classical and blues, via reggae, Afropop, hip-hop and dance â making it the perfect gift for budding musicians.
More in the series
The Childrenâs Book of series inspires young learners to dive into their favorite topic and immerse themselves in the ins and outs, from fun facts to experts in the field. If you liked Childrenâs Book of Music, then why not try the guide for budding artists, Childrenâs Book of Art?
