Why Beethoven Threw the Stew

Why Beethoven Threw the Stew

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Publisher's Synopsis

In Why Beethoven Threw the Stew, renowned cellist Steven Isserlis sets out to pass on to children a wonderful gift given to him by his own cello teacher - the chance to people his own world with the great composers by getting to know them as friends.

Witty and informative at the same time, Isserlis introduces us to six of his favourite composers: the sublime genius Bach, the quicksilver Mozart, Beethoven with his gruff humour, the shy Schumann, the prickly Brahms and that extraordinary split personality, Stravinsky. Isserlis brings the composers alive in an irresistible manner that can't fail to catch the attention of any child whose ear has been caught by any of the music described, or anyone entering the world of classical music for the first time.

The lively black and white line illustrations provide a perfect accompaniment to the text, and make this book attractive and accessible for children to enjoy on their own or share with an adult.

Book information

ISBN: 9780571206162
Publisher: Faber & Faber
Imprint: Faber & Faber
Pub date:
DEWEY: 780.922
DEWEY edition: 21
Language: English
Number of pages: 144
Weight: 138g
Height: 197mm
Width: 127mm
Spine width: 12mm