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Meet the Orchestra
by Ann Hayes
Voyager Books
Have you ever met an orchestra? Well, here's your chance!Meet the rabbit with her flute... The koala cellist...the tuba-playing warthog...the alligator on the drums...This unusual introduction to the orchestra describes the instruments - strings, brass, woodwinds, and percussion - and offers interesting information about them.Playful illustrations show the animal musicians as they gather for an evening's performance. Then the conductor lowers his baton, and the wonderful music begins...
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Let's Talk:
Ideas to Explore Together
Before you read: What kind of music do you like? Why?
As you read: What kind of instruments are in this orchestra? What does the conductor do to start the orchestra?
After you read: Which instrument do you like best? Why? Would you like to go and see an orchestra play? Why or why not?
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