Symphony for a Broken Orchestra How Philadelphia Collected Sounds to Save Music |
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| Author:
| Ignatow, Amy |
| Contribution by:
| Millward, Gwen |
| Read by:
| Blackson, Robert
Collier, Tyla |
| ISBN: | 979-8-212-98599-4 |
| Publication Date: | Nov 2022 |
| Publisher: | Dreamscape Media, LLC
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| Book Format: | CD-Audio |
| List Price: | USD $21.99 |
Book Description:
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The schools of Philadelphia were filling up with broken violins, drums, pianos, and more, making it difficult for students to learn to play. This sparked an idea for a symphony, played entirely with the broken instruments, that would raise funds to repair the instruments themselves. Musicians young and old volunteered, and their captivating performance showed that even something broken can sing--and that great music is always possible with a bit of inventiveness and improvisation....
More DescriptionThe schools of Philadelphia were filling up with broken violins, drums, pianos, and more, making it difficult for students to learn to play. This sparked an idea for a symphony, played entirely with the broken instruments, that would raise funds to repair the instruments themselves. Musicians young and old volunteered, and their captivating performance showed that even something broken can sing--and that great music is always possible with a bit of inventiveness and improvisation. Based on real events, this inspiring story introduces young listeners to a range of instruments as it celebrates a community coming together to make a joyful, meaningful noise.