Marilena Perilli

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CLASSICAL COMPOSERS Florence PRICE Art Head and shoulders portrait of Price CLASSICAL COMPOSERS Florence PRICE by Joanne Mattern with Consultation by John Viscardi Executive Director of Classic Lyric Arts illustrated by Marilena Perilli Egremont Massachusetts Classical Composers has been produced and published by Red Chair Press Books for Young Readers Red Chair Press LLC PO Box South Egremont MA wwwredchairpresscom Download a Free Activity Guide on our website For more information about Classic Lyric Arts visit wwwclassiclyricartsorg Names Mattern Joanne author Viscardi John consultant Perilli Marilena illustrator Title Florence Price by Joanne Mattern with consultation by John Viscardi executive director of Classic Lyric Arts illustrated by Marilena Perilli Description Egremont Massachusetts Red Chair Press Series Classical composers Interest age level Includes bibliographical references and index Summary Florence Price an American composer and pianist was a trailblazer as the first AfricanAmerican woman to gain recognition in classical music Colorful illustrations plus photographs of meaningful sites and settings connect readers to important points in Prices history A timeline and B Sharp sidebars add details to the composers life storyPublisher Identifiers ISBN LB hardcover paperback SL ebook LCCN Subjects LCSH Price Florence 18871953Juvenile literature Women composersUnited States BiographyJuvenile literature African American composersBiographyJuvenile literature CYAC Price Florence ComposersUnited StatesBiography LCGFT Biographies BISAC JUVENILE NONFICTION Biography Autobiography Music JUVENILE NONFICTION Biography Autobiography Performing Arts JUVENILE NONFICTION Music Classical JUVENILE NONFICTION Biography Autobiography Women Classification LCC ML410P835 M38 DDC 78092dc23 Copyright Red Chair Press LLC RED CHAIR PRESS the RED CHAIR and associated logos are registered trademarks of Red Chair Press LLC All rights reserved No part of this book may be reproduced stored in an information or retrieval system or transmitted in any form by any means electronic mechanical including photocopying recording or otherwise without the prior written permission from the Publisher For permissions contact inforedchairpresscom Image credits p4 Portrait of Florence Price University of Arkansas Libraries Fayetteville MC Box Folder Item p16 Florence Price University of Arkansas Libraries Fayetteville MC 988a Series Box Folder Item p25 Photograph of Florence Price and Florence Price Robinson Looking at Flowers in an Outdoor Garden University of Arkansas Libraries Fayetteville MC 988a Box Folder p26 Portrait of Florence Price Seated at a Piano University of Arkansas Libraries Fayetteville MC 988a Box Folder Item p28 Performance of Florence Prices music University of Arkansas Libraries Fayetteville ML3556P381968 p Portrait of Florence Price at a Side Angle from About University of Arkansas Libraries Fayetteville MC 988a Box Folder Item pp Library of Congress Illustrations Marilena Perilli except p by Joe LeMonnier Printed in the United States of America 1P CGF25 Table of Contents A Blessed Childhood Florence at School A Big Move A Great Honor Treasure in an Old House Florence Rediscovered Timeline Glossary Read More Index A Blessed Childhood It wasnt easy to be a woman composer during the 1900s It was even harder to succeed if you were Black Florence Price defied these odds She was a popular composer during her life Then a surprising discovery brought her back to popularity long after her death Florence Smith was born in Little Rock Arkansas on April Her father James was the only Black dentist in Little Rock Her mother who was also named Florence had been a music teacher before she married Later she ran a restaurant and worked as a secretary in a bank Main Street Little Rock Arkansas around B B SHARP Florences family was wealthy She grew up in a beautiful home filled with books where she learned to play on her familys grand piano

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George Frideric Handel (Classical Composers)

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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.

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CLASSICAL COMPOSERS George Frideric HANDEL Art Head and shoulders portrait of Handel CLASSICAL COMPOSERS George Frideric HANDEL by Joanne Mattern with Consultation by John Viscardi Executive Director of Classic Lyric Arts illustrated by Marilena Perilli Egremont Massachusetts Classical Composers has been produced and published by Red Chair Press Books for Young Readers Red Chair Press LLC PO Box South Egremont MA wwwredchairpresscom Download a Free Activity Guide on our website For more information about Classic Lyric Arts visit wwwclassiclyricartsorg Names Mattern Joanne author Viscardi John consultant Perilli Marilena illustrator Title George Frideric Handel by Joanne Mattern with consultation by John Viscardi executive director of Classic Lyric Arts illustrated by Marilena Perilli Description Egremont Massachusetts Red Chair Press Series Classical composers Interest age level Includes bibliographical references and index Summary George Frideric Handel a Germanborn Baroque composer achieved international acclaim for his operas oratorios and instrumental compositions Colorful illustrations plus photographs of meaningful sites and settings connect readers to important points in Handels history A timeline and B Sharp sidebars add details to the composers life storyPublisher Identifiers ISBN LB hardcover paperback SL ebook LCCN Subjects LCSH Handel George Frideric 16851759Juvenile literature ComposersGermany BiographyJuvenile literature CYAC Handel George Frideric Composers GermanyBiography LCGFT Biographies BISAC JUVENILE NONFICTION Biography Autobiography Music JUVENILE NONFICTION Biography Autobiography Performing Arts JUVENILE NONFICTION Music Classical Classification LCC ML410H13 M38 DDC 78092dc23 Copyright Red Chair Press LLC RED CHAIR PRESS the RED CHAIR and associated logos are registered trademarks of Red Chair Press LLC All rights reserved No part of this book may be reproduced stored in an information or retrieval system or transmitted in any form by any means electronic mechanical including photocopying recording or otherwise without the prior written permission from the Publisher For permissions contact inforedchairpresscom Image credits Cover pp Shutterstock p Bridgeman Images p14 Look and LearnBridgeman Images p British Library archiveBridgeman Images p Jeff GilbertAlamy p Gavin RodgersAlamy Illustrations Marilena Perilli Printed in the United States of America 1P CGF25 Table of Contents Sneaking Around A Trip to Italy Royal Music Operas and Oratorios Timeline Glossary Read More Index Sneaking Around George Frideric Handel JORGE FREE drik HAHNdell became one of the worlds most popular composers He wrote music for kings and queens He wrote for regular working people in the towns too Handels music made him a superstar of his time The name George in Germany is pronounced GEEORG George Frideric Handel was born on February He was born in Halle Germany Georges father was a barber surgeon In those days barbers did not just cut hair They also performed operations and treated disease Music was a big part of life in Halle People played music in the many churches Street musicians performed all over the city It seemed like young George heard music everywhere he went But he never heard music playing at home Birthplace of Handel in Halle Germany

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Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (Classical Composers)

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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.

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CLASSICAL COMPOSERS Pyotr Ilyich TCHAIKOVSKY Art Head and shoulders portrait of Tchaikovsky CLASSICAL COMPOSERS Pyotr Ilyich TCHAIKOVSKY by Joanne Mattern with Consultation by John Viscardi Executive Director of Classic Lyric Arts illustrated by Marilena Perilli Egremont Massachusetts Classical Composers has been produced and published by Red Chair Press Books for Young Readers Red Chair Press LLC PO Box South Egremont MA wwwredchairpresscom Download a Free Activity Guide on our website For more information about Classic Lyric Arts visit wwwclassiclyricartsorg Names Mattern Joanne author Viscardi John consultant Perilli Marilena illustrator Title Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky by Joanne Mattern with consultation by John Viscardi executive director of Classic Lyric Arts illustrated by Marilena Perilli Description Egremont Massachusetts Red Chair Press Series Classical composers Interest age level Includes bibliographical references and index Summary Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky a Russian composer created some of the most beloved classical music of the Romantic era Colorful illustrations plus photographs of meaningful sites and settings connect readers to important points in Tchaikovskys history A timeline and B Sharp sidebars add details to the composers life storyPublisher Identifiers ISBN LB hardcover paperback SL ebook LCCN Subjects LCSH Tchaikovsky Peter Ilich 18401893Juvenile literature ComposersRussia BiographyJuvenile literature CYAC Tchaikovsky Peter Ilich Composers RussiaBiography LCGFT Biographies BISAC JUVENILE NONFICTION Biography Autobiography Music JUVENILE NONFICTION Biography Autobiography Performing Arts JUVENILE NONFICTION Music Classical Classification LCC ML410C4 M38 DDC 78092dc23 Copyright Red Chair Press LLC RED CHAIR PRESS the RED CHAIR and associated logos are registered trademarks of Red Chair Press LLC All rights reserved No part of this book may be reproduced stored in an information or retrieval system or transmitted in any form by any means electronic mechanical including photocopying recording or otherwise without the prior written permission from the Publisher For permissions contact inforedchairpresscom Image credits Cover Shutterstock p Bridgeman Images pp Lebrecht Music ArtsBridgeman Images p Michael DwyerAP Images Illustrations Marilena Perilli except p by Joe LeMonnier Printed in the United States of America 1P CGF25 Table of Contents Playing Music for Fun A Change of Heart A Generous Friend Cannons and Nutcrackers Timeline Glossary Read More Index Playing Music for Fun Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky PYOHter uhl YEECH chyKAAFskee is Russias most famous composer He created some of the most beautiful music in the world The music he wrote for ballets is enjoyed today as some of the most widely performed But when he was growing up no one expected Tchaikovsky to become a great composer Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky was born on May He was born in Votkinsk Russia Pyotrs father worked as a manager in the mines His mother cared for Pyotr and his brothers and sisters Pyotr began taking piano lessons when he was about four years old He enjoyed playing the piano But it was just a hobby for the little boy and his family The Pyotr Tchaikovsky Museum is in the city of Votkinsk Russia where Pyotr spent his childhood

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Clara Schumann (Classical Composers)

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Clara Schumann (1819–1896), a German pianist and composer, was a prominent figure in the Romantic era.Renowned for her exceptional piano skills, she also composed notable works. Clara, married to composer Robert Schumann, had a successful solo career and is recognized for her significant contributions to 19th-century music. Colorful illustrations plus photographs of meaningful sites and settings connect readers to important points in Schumann's history. A timeline and B Sharp sidebars add details to the composer's life story.

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CLASSICAL COMPOSERS Clara SCHUMANN Art Head and shoulders portrait of Schumann CLASSICAL COMPOSERS Clara SCHUMANN by Joanne Mattern with Consultation by John Viscardi Executive Director of Classic Lyric Arts illustrated by Marilena Perilli Egremont Massachusetts Classical Composers has been produced and published by Red Chair Press Books for Young Readers Red Chair Press LLC PO Box South Egremont MA wwwredchairpresscom Download a Free Activity Guide on our website For more information about Classic Lyric Arts visit wwwclassiclyricartsorg Names Mattern Joanne author Viscardi John consultant Perilli Marilena illustrator Title Clara Schumann by Joanne Mattern with consultation by John Viscardi executive director of Classic Lyric Arts illustrated by Marilena Perilli Description Egremont Massachusetts Red Chair Press Series Classical composers Interest age level Includes bibliographical references and index Summary Clara Schumann a German pianist and composer was a prominent figure in the Romantic era Colorful illustrations plus photographs of meaningful sites and settings connect readers to important points in Schumanns history A timeline and B Sharp sidebars add details to the composers life storyPublisher Identifiers ISBN LB hardcover paperback SL ebook LCCN Subjects LCSH Schumann Clara 18191896Juvenile literature Women composersGermany BiographyJuvenile literature CYAC Schumann Clara Composers Germany Biography LCGFT Biographies BISAC JUVENILE NONFICTION Biography Autobiography Music JUVENILE NONFICTION Biography Autobiography Performing Arts JUVENILE NONFICTION Music Classical JUVENILE NONFICTION Biography Autobiography Women Classification LCC ML417S4 M38 DDC 78092dc23 Copyright Red Chair Press LLC RED CHAIR PRESS the RED CHAIR and associated logos are registered trademarks of Red Chair Press LLC All rights reserved No part of this book may be reproduced stored in an information or retrieval system or transmitted in any form by any means electronic mechanical including photocopying recording or otherwise without the prior written permission from the Publisher For permissions contact inforedchairpresscom Image credits Cover pp Shutterstock pp Lebrecht Music ArtsBridge man Images pp A Dagli Orti NPL DeA Picture LibraryBridgeman Images p Bridgeman Images p Martin Allen All rights reserved 2023Bridgeman Images Illustrations Marilena Perilli except p by Joe LeMonnier Printed in the United States of America 1P CGF25 Table of Contents A Child at the Piano A Young Performer Love and Marriage Clara on Her Own Timeline Glossary Read More Index A Child at the Piano During the 1800s almost all the famous composers were men It was very unusual for a woman to be a highly thought of composer or musician Clara Schumann was different She started as a child prodigy Later she became a famous composer Clara Wieck was born on September She was born in Leipzig Saxony in todays Germany Claras mother Mariane was a talented singer and piano teacher Her father Friedrich was a piano teacher too The Wieck house was full of music B B SHARP Claras mother often sang at a famous concert hall in Leipzig called the Gewandhaus

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Frederic Chopin (Classical Composers)

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Frederic Chopin (1810–1849), a Polish-French composer and pianist of the Romantic era, was renowned for his emotive and expressive piano compositions, such as the "Nocturnes" and the "Revolutionary Étude."Chopin's innovative approach to melody and musical form left an indelible mark, making him an influential figure in 19th-century classical music. Colorful illustrations plus photographs of meaningful sites and settings connect readers to important points in Chopin's history. A timeline and B Sharp sidebars add details to the composer's life story.

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CLASSICAL COMPOSERS Frdric CHOPIN CLASSICAL COMPOSERS Frdric CHOPIN by Joanne Mattern with Consultation by John Viscardi Executive Director of Classic Lyric Arts illustrated by Marilena Perilli Egremont Massachusetts Classical Composers has been produced and published by Red Chair Press Books for Young Readers Red Chair Press LLC PO Box South Egremont MA wwwredchairpresscom Download a Free Activity Guide on our website For more information about Classic Lyric Arts visit wwwclassiclyricartsorg Names Mattern Joanne author Viscardi John consultant Perilli Marilena illustrator Title Frdric Chopin by Joanne Mattern with consultation by John Viscardi executive director of Classic Lyric Arts illustrated by Marilena Perilli Description Egremont Massachusetts Red Chair Press Series Classical composers Interest age level Includes bibliographical references and index Summary Frdric Chopin a PolishFrench composer and pianist of the Romantic era Colorful illustrations plus photographs of meaningful sites and settings connect readers to important points in Chopins history A timeline and B Sharp sidebars add details to the composers life storyPublisher Identifiers ISBN LB hardcover paperback SL ebook LCCN Subjects LCSH Chopin Frdric 18101849Juvenile literature ComposersPoland Biography Juvenile literature CYAC Chopin Frdric ComposersPoland Biography LCGFT Biographies BISAC JUVENILE NONFICTION Biography Autobiography Music JUVENILE NONFICTION Biography Autobiography Performing Arts JUVENILE NONFICTION Music Classical Classification LCC ML410C54 M38 DDC 78092dc23 Copyright Red Chair Press LLC RED CHAIR PRESS the RED CHAIR and associated logos are registered trademarks of Red Chair Press LLC All rights reserved No part of this book may be reproduced stored in an information or retrieval system or transmitted in any form by any means electronic mechanical including photocopying recording or otherwise without the prior written permission from the Publisher For permissions contact inforedchairpresscom Image credits Cover pp Shutterstock p Photo Berko Fine Paintings KnokkeHeist BelgiumBridgeman Images p Look and LearnElgar Collection Bridgeman Images p GL ArchiveAlamy Illustrations Marilena Perilli except p by Joe LeMonnier Printed in the United States of America 1P CGF25 Table of Contents A Talented Child Leaving Poland Frdric Chopin Superstar An Amazing Talent Timeline Glossary Read More Index A Talented Child Frdric Chopin FREHduhrik show PAN was one of the worlds greatest composers He wrote beautiful music for the piano He is called Polands most famous composer Frdric was born in a little town near Warsaw Poland on March His father Nicholas had moved to Poland the Duchy of Warsaw from France He worked as a tutor for rich families Frdrics mother was Polish Her name was Justyna Justyna loved music She made sure her children had piano lessons when they were very young When Frdric was a child he used to lie under the piano while his older sister played That way he could hear and feel the music

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Ludwig van Beethoven (Classical Composers)

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Known for his emotionally charged and groundbreaking compositions, including the Ninth Symphony and "Moonlight Sonata," Beethoven overcame deafness to create some of the most influential and best-loved works in the history of Western classical music. Colorful illustrations plus photographs of meaningful sites and settings connect readers to important points in Beethoven's history. A timeline and B Sharp sidebars add details to the composer's life story.

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