Description:
George Frideric Handel (1685-1759), a German-born Baroque composer, achieved international acclaim for his operas, oratorios, and instrumental compositions.
Notable works include Messiah and Water Music. Handel's profound impact on English Baroque music and his ability to evoke emotion through grand and dramatic compositions solidify his legacy as a musical giant. Colorful illustrations plus photographs of meaningful sites and settings connect readers to important points in Handel'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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