Mozart and Mendelssohn for Young People (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162913568)

Mozart and Mendelssohn for Young People is a book written by Charles Barnard that introduces young readers to the lives and works of two famous composers: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Felix Mendelssohn. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on Mozart and the second part on Mendelssohn.In the first part, readers will learn about Mozart's childhood, his early musical talent, and his rise to fame as a composer. The book explores some of Mozart's most famous works, such as his operas and symphonies, and explains how his music was revolutionary for its time.The second part of the book focuses on Mendelssohn, who was a child prodigy like Mozart. Readers will learn about Mendelssohn's family background, his musical education, and his career as a composer and conductor. The book also explores some of Mendelssohn's most famous works, such as his violin concerto and his ""Italian"" symphony.Throughout the book, readers will find illustrations and musical examples that help to bring the composers and their music to life. The book is written in a clear and engaging style that is accessible to young readers, making it an ideal introduction to classical music for children and young adults.THIS 204 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Tone Masters: A Musical Series For Young People, by Charles Barnard. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766194701.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Charles P. Barnard
ISBN-10: 1162913568
ISBN-13: 9781162913568
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 204
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.62lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.43d