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Allegro by David W. Miles

Allegro

A Musical Journey Through 11 Musical Masterpieces

David W. Miles

Familius · Print & ebook · October 1, 2018

Classical music comes to life like never before in this magical journey through 11 timeless compositions.

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Who it’s for
A piano-resistant boy finds a way into classical music through illustrated scenes and famous themes.
Themes
Classical music, Piano practice, Imaginative journey
Pacing
Mixed

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About this book

Classical music comes to life like never before in this magical journey through 11 timeless compositions. Meet Allegro, an ordinary boy who can't stand practicing the piano. Those black dots on the page drive him crazy—until the music itself whisks him away on a breathtaking journey. Each beautifully illustrated scene on Allegro's journey is accompanied by a famous classical theme that can be played with the press of a button.

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Hear Grieg's "Morning Mood" while meandering through a misty meadow, Dvorak's "New World Symphony" while exploring uncharted lands, Debussy's "Claire de Lune" while pondering a shimmering night sky, and 7 more! Beautiful gold foil, lavish illustrations, and high-quality sound make this a musical masterpiece to treasure forever.

Music Takes Flight

A piano-resistant boy finds a way into classical music through illustrated scenes and famous themes.

Come here for

  • A story-led introduction to eleven classical compositions
  • Familiar themes paired with vivid illustrations

Expect

  • Button-played recordings accompany each scene
  • A keepsake-style musical picture book

Where it sits

Music Stories65%

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Publisher categories

  • Music
  • Classical
  • Music Stories
Authors
David W. Miles
Publisher
Familius
Published
October 1, 2018
Format
Print & ebook
Theme
Classical music · Piano practice · Imaginative journey
Reading lane
Music