Check out instruments, famous composers, and more in The Story of the Orchestra by Robert Levine. Eye-catching illustrations, engaging text and delightful musical selections on the accompanying 70-minute CD lead children ages 8 to 12 (and parents, too!) on an exciting and educational tour through the instruments and music of …
You might enjoy reading The Philharmonic Gets Dressed by Karla Kuskin, illustrated by Marc Simont. Rhythmic text and humorous illustrations tell the story of members of the orchestra getting ready to go to work. A fun one to read before taking youngsters to a concert. I’d be happy to loan …
Although we are officially on summer break now, it might be worth it to come back and borrow Leonard Bernstein’s Young People’s Concerts for a little summer reading. This book may old and out of print, but it is one of the best I’ve ever seen to make the world …
This month’s featured book is I Know a Shy Fellow Who Swallowed a Cello by Barbara S. Garriel, illustrated by John O’Brien. …
Check out Zin! Zin! Zin! a Violin by Lloyd Moss, illustrated by Marjorie Priceman. Ten instruments take their parts one by one …
(The Lending Library posts are intended to highlight an item that I have purchased for my studio library. I am happy to …
The San Francisco Symphony for Kids website has lots of fun, interactive games that review basic music concepts. Highlights: Music Lab featuring …
Classics for Kids is an extensive website that focuses on teaching kids about famous composers in fun ways. Highlights: On the Radio features …
(The Lending Library posts are intended to highlight an item that I have purchased for my studio library. I am happy to …
