Description:
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (1840-1893), a Russian composer, created some of the most beloved classical music of the Romantic era.
Renowned for masterpieces like Swan Lake and The Nutcracker, he skillfully blended Russian and Western influences. Tchaikovsky's emotionally charged compositions, such as the "1812 Overture," continue to captivate audiences worldwide. Colorful illustrations plus photographs of meaningful sites and settings connect readers to important points in Tchaikovsky's history. A timeline and B Sharp sidebars add details to the composer's life story.
Brief description: Joanne Mattern is the author of many books for children. She loves writing about sports, animals, and interesting people. Mattern lives in New York State with her family.
Review Quotes:
"Facts and other facets of the careers of some of the world's most famous classical music composers are well-presented in these simple, straightforward narratives that include illustrations and photographs . . . . [I]nformative and factual."--School Library Journal
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