The Polish Prodigy, Chopin is one of the greatest piano composers who ever lived; children will enjoy learning about his early years with this engaging 'living book' biography. Discover how he grew up in music, his astounding performance at only nine years of age, and his beginning career in music alongside actual excerpts from some of his works. Track numbers reference the sold-separately Frederic Chopin Early & Later Years Companion CD (MP3) Vintage pen-and-ink illustrations bring charm and whimsy to the text. 156 pages, softcover.
