The Case of The Hidden Treasure: The Adventure Begins

by Thomas Langmaack, Kristin Sealy (Illustrator), Nick Santoro (Introduction)

Overview

Cara the Cat and Donny the Dog meet and go on an adventure. They find a map on a train and follow the map to find the hidden treasure. Along the way, they meet other characters and have many adventures. Ages 4 - 8. This is a music-oriented book where parents and teachers can read along with their child or students and further their understanding of musical terms, notes and rhythms. children not studying music can also enjoy the antics of the characters and maybe develop an interest in music.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9798369275542
Publisher:	Barnes & Noble Press
Publication date:	06/27/2023
Pages:	64
Product dimensions:	8.00(w) x 10.00(h) x 0.17(d)
Age Range:	6 - 8 Years

About the Author

Thomas Langmaack: Thomas Langmaack has been a music teacher for 50 years both privately and in public schools. He is also a performing musician and works throughout the metropolitan area doing private jobs, concerts and recordings. He is also involved as pianist in an improv group on the side. He holds a master's degree from Fairleigh Dickinson University and has performed and recorded with the Juilliard and Manhattan schools of music. He performed with the Stanford Symphony under Skitch Henderson and recorded with the Paul Rice Percussion Ensemble. In addition, he has had bookings with Helen O'Connell and Julius LaRosa. He has played the piano since the age of 5 and majored in percussion in college and studied piano. He studied Jazz piano and arranging with Mike Longo, Dizzy Gillespie's musical director after college.

Kristin Sealy is a professional and accomplished illustrator of comic books and cartoon characters. Her contribution to this project is outstanding and I look forward to working with her in the future!

Nicholas Santoro, (Retired Arts Administrator) "A most creative approach combining two things kids love most: reading and music. Easily accessible for parents to begin with their children."

Editorial Reviews

Nicholas Santoro, (Retired Arts Administrator) "A most creative approach combining two things kids love most: reading and music. Easily accessible for parents to begin with their children."

Endorsement - Nicholas Santoro