The Story of the Saxophone
School year: Year 2, Year 3, Year 4, Year 5
No. of pages 40
Published: 2023
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"The Story of the Saxophone" by James E. Ransome celebrates the history and significance of the saxophone, exploring how it emerged as a unique instrument that blends different musical traditions. Through engaging illustrations and rhythmic text, the book chronicles its invention by Adolphe Sax in the 1840s and its evolution in various music genres, particularly jazz. The narrative highlights notable musicians who have shaped the instrument's legacy and invites readers to appreciate the saxophone's soulful sound and cultural impact. This vibrant tale serves as both an educational resource and an inspiring journey into the world of music. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is aimed at children at US 1st grade-4th grade.
This book has been graded for interest at 6-9 years.
There are 40 pages in this book. This book was published in 2023 by Holiday House Inc .
Lesa Cline-Ransome is the author of many award-winning and critically acclaimed nonfiction books for young readers, including Game Changers: The Story of Venus and Serena Williams ; My Story, My Dance: Robert Battle's Journey to Alvin Ailey ; and Before She Was Harriet . She is also the author of the novel Finding Langston , which received a Coretta Scott King Honor Award and five starred reviews . She lives in the Hudson Valley region of New York. Learn more at LesaClineRansome. com
This book features the following character:
Adolphe Sax
This book features the character Adolphe Sax.