Why Is My Piano Black and White?: The Ultimate Fun Facts Guide

by Nathan Holder, Joel Drazner (Editor), Charity Russell (Illustrator)

Overview

Discover the fascinating world of the piano with Why Is My Piano Black And White? This children's reference book is packed with fun facts, jokes, quizzes, and music to take you on a journey of musical discovery. Meet pianists like Billy Joel, Khatia Buniatishvili, Mary Lou Williams, and Stevie Wonder, and be inspired by some of the most interesting people who have ever played the piano!

Have you ever wondered if middle C is really in the middle? Or what the world's most expensive piano is? Perhaps you're curious about who composed a cat piano concerto? Let Olivia, Callum, Zaki, and Pheobe guide you through the answers to these questions and more.

After reading this book, the piano will never be the same again! Join us on a weird and wonderful journey that will ignite your love for music and inspire you to explore the rich history and culture of the piano.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781999753016
Publisher:	Holders Hill
Publication date:	09/01/2020
Series:	Why Music
Pages:	186
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.40(d)
Age Range:	13 - 18 Years

About the Author

Nathan Holder BA(Hons) MMus, is a musician, author and music education consultant based in London. He is serving as a Professor and International Chair of Music Education at the Royal Northern College of Music in the UK. He has performed with artists and bands like Ed Sheeran, KOKOROKO and The Arkells, and spoken at or consulted for the Royal Academy of Music, Trinity Conservatoire and Hal Leonard Europe.

Editorial Reviews

"A great book filled with fun facts. Written in a child-friendly way, coupled with eye catching layout. A must have for young music enthusiasts!" - A.Charles (Secondary school music teacher)

"I loved it. Lots of great information and lovely illustrations. Well done!" - M.Toft (Peripatetic music teacher)

"A captivating and informative book with extensive content, though never dull. A whos's who of piano players and their influences. Plenty of information to spark further interest and research if desired. Key pianists and genres are covered along with a history of the instrument. Those wishing to broaden their knowledge further will find lesser-known pianists and pieces to research. The accompanying illustrations, really bring the text to life and music-related jokes and quizzes keep your interest. Excellently researched and compiled in a format that would suit a range of age groups." - Parent

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