musical instruments

An alphabetical introduction to different types of musical instruments, describing their origins and how to play them.

A band of animal musicians introduces the symphony orchestra.

Text accompanied by photographic illustrations introduce a variety of musical instruments to be made and played at home.

Explores how to make sounds and simple music with everyday objects.

An inspector seeks to solve a murder mystery at the symphony by questioning each of the musical instruments. Includes audio CD.

Rachel and Kirsty help Victoria the Violin Fairy find her musical instrument after it is stolen by Jack Frost and his goblins, who plan to use it to win a television talent contest.

A musical family with talents for playing a variety of instruments enjoys getting together to celebrate.

Covers all aspects of music including instruments of the orchestra; how to read music; play the recorder, keyboard, and guitar; and how to make and play your own instruments.

The score of Western music was written largely during the Renaissance. The composers and musicians who provided the soundtrack to this remarkable period are the subject of this comprehensive volume, which also takes an in-depth look at instruments of the day.

Explores the trumpet, discussing how the musical instrument works, what types of music can be played with it, and famous players; and includes suggestions for finding an instructor, a historical time line, and a list of famous recordings.