Author(s): MOSS

Music | Culture

In this combination counting book and spirited tribute to classical music, the clever, rhythmic verse echoes the sounds that the various orchestra instruments create, from the mournful trombone to the swinging trumpet to the sharp violin. A Caldecott Honor Book. Full color.

Review: "A book from which music issues forth as clearly as from any music box."-- "New York Times Book Review"

"A delight...this title will surely be met with applause."-- "School Library Journal, " starred review

A Caldecott Honor Book
An American Library Association Notable Children's Book
A "School Library Journal" Best Book
A "New York Times" Best Illustrated Book

Author Biography: Lloyd Moss, the classical music guru of WQXR, has a long list of TV and film appearances and voice-overs to his credit. He lives in Croton-on-Hudson, New York.