Madison

"This is a book of easy-to-build, low-or-no-cost musical instruments that con be constructed by children under adult supervision, or, in some cases, by older kids without supervision. Examples of the instruments include washtub bass, driftwood marimba, thumb piano, bucket drums, and flowerpot bells: simple stuff, but stuff kids can have fun with."--T.p. verso.

Simple text describes the parts of a piano and how it is used to make music.

Describes the parts of a trumpet, the history of the instrument, and how it is played.

"Music doesn't come out of nothing. It always starts somewhere... with something... with someone. Discover how music is made in this survey of musical instruments from around the world. Organized by material-from wood to gourds to found objects and more-Before Music marries a lyrical core text with tons of informational material for curious readers. In the narrative text, readers will encounter makers as they source their materials and craft instruments...

Briefly describes simple drums and how they are made and played.

Ten instruments take their parts one by one in a musical performance.

Fascinating introductory text explores scientific, aesthetic aspects of musical sounds. Noted educator, physicist, and flutist covers simple and complex vibrating systems, ear's reception of sound, sound-making capacities of the piano, violin, trumpet, bugle, trombone, oboe, clarinet, flute, saxophone, many other instruments. Also, how to build a working trumpet, flute, and clarinet. Includes 76 illustrations. Bibliography.

This title is a terrific introduction to guitars for kids. After starting with an overview of the main parts of the guitar from tuning pegs to the bridge, the general characteristics and uses of the instrument are described. Simple, fun and informative sentences accompany photos of kids and adults playing guitars to provide an understanding of this instrument in the world of music. The title also includes a picture quiz, comprehension quiz and glossary....

Simple text describes guitars, how they work, and how they are played.

Examines the instruments that make up an orchestra, their arrangement on the stage, the role of the conductor, and the need of the musicians to practice.