The Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra is book accompanied with CD narrated by actor Ben Kingley begins with an overview of the orchestra and then points around group of instruments, explaining a bit of their history and their sound's exclusive quality. The book also introduces eight famous composers, world music, Benjamin Britten, and the background of The Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra. This book will introduce you and your family to the instruments and history of orchestra music in an entertaining fashion. The accompanying CD contains a mix of vocal and instrumental tracks. 64 pages, hardcover. CD included. Grades 4-8.
