Piano Starts Here: The Young Art Tatum
No. of pages 40
Published: 2016
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"Piano Starts Here: The Young Art Tatum" by Robert Andrew Parker is a beautifully illustrated children's book that introduces young readers to the life of legendary jazz pianist Art Tatum. The story highlights Tatum's early years in Toledo, Ohio, where his incredible talent began to emerge despite overcoming challenges, including visual impairment. Through lyrical text and vibrant illustrations, the book captures Tatum's passion for music and the magic of jazz, inspiring young musicians and art lovers alike. It emphasizes themes of perseverance, creativity, and the joys of artistic expression, offering a glimpse into the formative experiences that shaped a musical genius. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is the winner of numerous awards
This book is aimed at children in preschool-3rd grade.
This book has been graded for interest at 4-8 years.
There are 40 pages in this book. This book was published in 2016 by Random House USA Inc .
Jan Greenberg has taught creative writing and art appreciation classes at schools and colleges in America. She lives in St Louis, Missouri. With Sandra Jordan she is the author of several distinctive books about art, including, Vincent van Gogh: Portrait of an Artist , which was named a Sibert Award Honor Book in 2001. To visit Jan's website click here Robert Andrew Parker is a fine artist and printmaker whose work often appears in publications such as the New Yorker . He has illustrated more than 70 books for children. His Pop Corn and Ma Goodness was a Caldecott Honor Book and in 2002 he won the Boston Globe-Horn Book Award for his picture book, Cold . Mr. Parker lives in West Cornwall, Connecticut.
This book has been nominated for the following awards:
Schneider Family Book Award
This book was recognised by the Schneider Family Book Award.
Book Links Award - Lasting Connection
This book was recognised in the Lasting Connection category of the Book Links Award.
Parents Choice Award
The Parents' Choice Book Award is a prestigious accolade that recognizes high-quality children's and young adult literature across a variety of genres. Established as part of the broader Parents' Choice Awards program, which evaluates children's media and products, this specific award focuses on books that are not only entertaining but also educational and enriching for young readers. The award covers multiple categories. A panel of judges, comprising educators, librarians, and child development experts, evaluates the submissions. The goal is to highlight books that foster a love of reading and contribute positively to children's development and understanding of the world.Top of Form
Parents' Choice Award - Nonfiction
This book was recognised in the Nonfiction category by the Parents' Choice Award.
This book features the following character:
Art Tatum
This book features the character Art Tatum.