Little Creatures
An Introduction to Classical Music
9782924774557
62 pages
Secret Mountain, The
Overview
Catch the classical music bug with this critter-filled guide featuring 20 popular compositions.
Introduce children to insects, arachnids, and amphibians, such as spiders, wasps, butterflies, frogs, and snakes through the works of Beethoven, Ravel, Prokofiev, and other composers An original and exciting way for younger listeners to discover classical music, this book pairs five centuries of music history with stunning and evocative illustrations of these fascinating little creatures.
A glossary of musical terms and a short biography of each composer are included along with a CD (and a unique digital download code) of 20 compositions performed by world-renowned ensembles such as the Royal Scottish National Orchestra, Liverpool Philharmonic, and Nashville Symphony.
WINNER OF THE PARENTS’ CHOICE SILVER AWARD
Author Bio
Ana Gerhard studied as a concert pianist at the National Conservatory of Music in Mexico City and is a renowned music educator. In addition to writing the Little Stories of Great Composers series, she is a four-time recipient of the Parents’ Choice Award for Little Creatures, Simply Fantastic and Amazing Water. Mauricio Gómez Morín has created several award-winning picture books over his more than 25-year career as an illustrator. He was the official spokesperson for the 36th International Children’s and Youth Book Fair in Mexico City.
