OXFORD A-Z MUSIC (Oxford Childrens A-Z S.)

by Christine Wood (Author), Christine Wood (Author), Humphrey Carpenter (Author)

• Used

  Paperback
  2001

  $3.25

  This reference celebrates the diversity and range of music and sound from all around the world. Arranged alphabetically for easy reference, it introduces children to all aspects of music in a lively and accessible way. Entries cover composers from Bach to Andrew Lloyd Webber, instruments from the nosepipe to the gamelan, and international music from the Indian ragas to steel bands. Special attention has also been given to the National Curriculum requirements of gaining skills and understanding in music through performing, composing, listening and appraising.

• Used

  Paperback
  2004

  $3.25

  Do you know what a raga is? How many strings does a harp have? Where does reggae music come from?From A-Z, this fully illustrated book looks at blues to soul, flamenco to punk, the Beatles to Mozart. The special features on key topics include: instruments, jazz, pop and rock, notation, world music, and orchestra. With over 300 words and musicians listed alphabetically, The Oxford Children's A-Z of Music is a great resource to help you improve your musical vocabulary.

• Used

  Hardcover
  1997

  $4.20

  This reference celebrates the diversity and range of music and sound from all around the world. Arranged alphabetically for easy reference, it introduces children to all aspects of music in a lively and accessible way. Entries cover composers from Bach to Andrew Lloyd Webber, instruments from the nosepipe to the gamelan, and international music from the Indian ragas to steel bands. Special attention has also been given to the National Curriculum requirements of gaining skills and understanding in music through performing, composing, listening and appraising.