Meet the Orchestra

Name: Meet the Orchestra
ISBN: 9780152002220

Paperback – Picture Book, March 27, 1995

Ann Hayes

HarperCollins · Paperback · March 27, 1995

This lyrical romp through the orchestra begins with animal musicians slowly gathering for the evening performance.

Animal Facts Instruments Classical girls

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Who it’s for: A gentle introduction to classical music and orchestra instruments
Themes: The orchestra and its instruments, Animal musicians, Classical music
Pacing: Steady

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This lyrical romp through the orchestra begins with animal musicians slowly gathering for the evening performance. Poetic descriptions suggest the sounds of the instruments, and lively watercolor illustrations capture the playful essence of each musician and musical instrument. “It’s a smashing introduction to classical music, and a must prior to a first visit to the symphony.”--Publishers Weekly

Who it’s for

A gentle introduction to classical music and orchestra instruments
Readers preparing for a first visit to the symphony

Where it sits

Animal Facts	67%
Instruments	58%
Classical	42%

Percentages are BookFrontier’s reading of the book.

Publisher categories

Animal Facts
Animal Welfare
Baby Animals
Art History for Kids

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Artists' Lives for Kids
Musicians' Lives for Kids
Music
Classical

Authors: Ann Hayes
Publisher: HarperCollins
Published: March 27, 1995
Format: Paperback
Theme: The orchestra and its instruments · Animal musicians · Classical music
Reading lane: Animal Facts