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If not for a stint in reform school, young Louis Armstrong might never have become a musician. It was a teacher at the Colored Waifs' Home who gave him a cornet, promoted him to band leader, and saw talent in the tough kid from the even tougher New Orleans neighborhood called Storyville. But it...

Embark on a magical realism journey as a sentient wooden instrument navigates generations of music, loss, and deep love. From its quiet origins as a towering forest tree to a masterfully crafted acoustic vessel, this poignant narrative captures the intimate perspective of an entity finding its...

Transform everyday car rides into a playful, educational audiobook journey mastering rhythm and melody for kids. Instead of dry definitions, imaginary characters and vivid sound pictures bring music theory to life right through your speakers. It is the perfect homeschooling companion, bedtime...

Join an educational time-travel adventure that turns music history into a thrilling listening journey for curious kids. Perfect for family road trips or imaginative afternoon listening, this upbeat story follows Mira and Leo as a magical metronome whisks them across centuries. From ancient...

Learn all about one of Broadway's most beloved figures in this inspiring biography about Stephen Sondheim that highlights his award-winning musicals and fan-favorite songs! Stephen Sondheim is one of Broadway's most cherished songwriters and the creator of American theater blockbusters like Into...

Amira Swift is a chatty, energetic 7-year-old who loves to dance. A series celebrating friendship, family and Lebanese-Australian culture with highly appealing stories for all to enjoy. Amira Swift has three favourite things: her BFFs Ellie (one) and Naya (two), and dancing (three). So when her...

Amira Swift is a chatty, energetic 7-year-old who loves to dance. A series celebrating friendship, family and Lebanese-Australian culture with highly appealing stories for all to enjoy. Amira Swift has three favourite things: her BFFs Ellie (one) and Naya (two), and dancing (three). So when her...

Ébahies et ravies, les Quatre sœurs atterrissent à Tokyo, la métropole la plus fascinante d’Asie ! Elles qui adorent les mangas, les peluches kawaï et le hanami - la fête des Cerisiers en fleurs -, vivent un rêve ! Dans une école de danse traditionnelle, Laure rencontre Sakura, une jeune Franco-Japonaise, qui la guide. Grâce à elle, les quatre sœurs apprennent à saluer à la nippone, à manger du poisson au petit-déjeuner, à s’orienter dans le quartier très animé de Shibuya et à maîtriser l’art des idéogrammes. Sakura les invite chez elle ...

Brought to you by Ladybird. Ms Rachel is searching for something really special and needs your help to find it! What can it be? An instant New York Times bestseller! From YouTube smash-hit educator Ms Rachel comes an interactive, surprise adventure designed for little readers. Packed with fun...

Marianna Martines (1744-1812) was one of eighteenth-century Vienna's most prominent composers. She received more acclaim than perhaps any other female composer of her time. Martines was a renowned singer as well as harpsichord player and composer. Empress Maria Theresa, the biggest musical patron in Vienna, was immensely taken with the young composer. At a time when most male composers either worked for the church or a royal court, Martines was able to accomplish incredible things without formal employment.

Franz Joseph Haydn (1732-1809) was an Austrian composer, widely regarded as the "Father of the Symphony" and "Father of the String Quartet." A central figure of the Classical era, he shaped musical form and style with innovation, wit, and expressive clarity. Haydn spent much of his career as court composer for the wealthy Esterházy family, producing operas, chamber works, and orchestral masterpieces. His influence deeply inspired Mozart and Beethoven, securing his legacy as one of Classical music's great pioneers.

When the Taylors learn that this year's fifth grade school trip over spring break is to Nashville, they can't believe their luck. The trip will include a trip to the Country Music Hall of Fame, which offers school workshops like Songwriting 101, which is aspiring songwriter Teffy's dream come true! But a trip this big doesn't come without a few bumps. Taylor has never been away from her family before and is nervous. Teffy is worried her songwriting dreams will be over before they can begin if no one likes her songs.

Born to a father from Guadeloupe, he rose to fame in Paris despite racial prejudice. A virtuoso musician, he composed operas and was briefly Director of the Paris Opera before being ousted due to his mixed-race heritage. Nicknamed the "Black Mozart," his legacy rivals that of Mozart himself. This account includes vivid illustrations, photos of key sites, a timeline, and "B Sharp" sidebars that highlight key moments in his remarkable life.

Johannes Brahms (1833-1897) was a German composer and pianist of the Romantic era, known for blending classical traditions with emotional depth and complexity. A perfectionist, he destroyed many early works, striving for the highest quality. Brahms composed in nearly every genre—symphonies, concertos, chamber music, piano works, and choral compositions.

The circus is in town, and Toby Tyler dreams of seeing inside its glamorous world. When Mr. Job Lord, the circus’ candy man, offers him a job, Toby jumps at the opportunity, running away that very night. He soon discovers that the circus life is not all it presents itself to be, and that Mr. Lord is really a cruel taskmaster. Befriending a monkey and some kind circus performers, Toby learns to navigate the arduous caravan life and comes to understand the importance of loyalty, responsibility, and hard work.

Franz Schubert (1797-1828) was an Austrian composer of the late Classical and early Romantic eras. Despite his short life of only thirty-one years, Schubert created more than six hundred works, including operas, symphonies, sacred music, and many pieces for chamber music. He helped shape classical music's structure and style. Colorful illustrations plus photographs of meaningful sites and settings connect listeners to important points in Schubert's history. A timeline and "B Sharp" sidebars add details to the composer's life story.

From New York Times bestselling author and former American Ballet Theatre principal dancer Misty Copeland comes the first book in a middle grade series about a girl who must balance her ballet aspirations with her magical destiny. Twelve-year-old Josie can’t wait to start classes at the...

Anabela mal podia conter a empolgação quando seu pai foi o arquiteto escolhido para coordenar uma obra no Theatro José de Alencar, em Fortaleza. A proposta era que aquela casa de espetáculos maravilhosa mantivesse as mesmas características de quando foi inaugurada, em 1910. Logo vira rotina para Anabela passar as tardes por ali, fazendo a lição de casa enquanto o pai trabalha. Mas essa reforma vai acabar desenterrando histórias escondidas há muitos e muitos anos, já que Anabela começa a ver uma bailarina translúcida, vestida de azul, que mais ninguém parece enxergar.

Twin sisters switch places at a glamorous pop star academy in this new series for middle-grade, perfect for fans of Hooky, Sweet Valley Twins, and Dork Diaries. Middle schoolers Hinata and Hikari may be identical twin sisters, but their lives couldn't be more different. Hinata is a quiet, unassuming student at a regular middle school, while Hikari is a dazzling idol adored by fans and enrolled at the prestigious Stella Academy, a school for stars and entertainers.

A Calf for Poogly, a new HarperCollinsChildren’sBooks book, full description to follow when available...