Book Size: 9.6" x 7.87"
Pages: 32
Format: Hardback
ISBN: 9781623711115
Series: A Little Book of the Orchestra
Imprint: Crocodile Books
Illustrated by: Elisa Paganelli
Illustrations: Full-Color
Ages: 7-9
Release date: Spring 2024
Foreword by: Sir Simon Rattle
Category: Children's BooksThe Violin
By Mary Auld • Illustrated by Elisa Paganelli
$ 18.95About this book
A beautifully illustrated story bringing to life all that is wonderful about the violin. Created in partnership with, and featuring music downloads by, the London Symphony Orchestra (LSO).
Follow violinist, Lilu, as she prepares for her concert performances and uncovers more about the violin. Discover how the instrument is made, how it is played and its role within the orchestra. Get swept up in the magic of the music as Lilu rehearses for a dream summer evening performance.
With panels that offer suggestions for music to listen to and exclusive music to download from the LSO, this is a multi-sensory experience in which to enjoy and learn about the violin. From the creative team behind the award-winning book How to Build an Orchestra.
Brand: Mary AuldAbout the authors
Mary Auld is a celebrated author of children’s educational books.
Elisa Paganelli was born in Modena, Italy, and since childhood cannot resist the smell of paper and pencils. She attended the Institute of Art and subsequently graduated from the European Institute of Design (IED) in Turin with a degree in illustration. After working as a graphic designer for a communication agency for a few years, she decided to set up her own art and design studio. Elisa devotes most of her time to her passion for images and words. She thinks of herself as a kind of hermit, immersed in her quiet world of nature and books, accompanied by a cup of tea and her beloved pet-assistants. She now collaborates with publishers and other clients all over the world, and also writes for a newspaper’s lifestyle column.
Sir Simon Denis Rattle OM CBE is a British conductor. He rose to international prominence during the 1980s and 1990s, while Music Director of the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra. Rattle was principal conductor of the Berlin Philharmonic from 2002 to 2018.
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“This charming introduction to the violin is likely to appeal to a broad range of readers, and is recommended for general purchase … This title covers everything from the design and history of violins to their varied uses in different musical groups … Thorough informative coverage is paired with whimsical digital illustrations featuring frequent floral and fanciful elements. In addition to the playlist notes page, back matter includes a glossary, an index, and more.”
— School Library Journal
“This is an adorable hardcover book that details what a violin is and what context it is played in…A wonderful way to introduce the violin to young children!”
— Children’s Literature
About the Author
Elisa Paganelli was born in Modena, Italy, and since childhood cannot resist the smell of paper and pencils. She attended the Institute of Art and subsequently graduated from the European Institute of Design (IED) in Turin with a degree in illustration. After working as a graphic designer for a communication agency for a few years, she decided to set up her own art and design studio. Elisa devotes most of her time to her passion for images and words. She thinks of herself as a kind of hermit, immersed in her quiet world of nature and books, accompanied by a cup of tea and her beloved pet-assistants. She now collaborates with publishers and other clients all over the world, and also writes for a newspaper’s lifestyle column.
Sir Simon Denis Rattle OM CBEÂ is a British conductor. He rose to international prominence during the 1980s and 1990s, while Music Director of the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra. Rattle was principal conductor of the Berlin Philharmonic from 2002 to 2018.
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