Children's / Teenage general interest: Music

Meet Ella Fitzgerald, one of the most influential jazz singers of all time. This mini biography charts Ella's life, from her early singing days on the streets of Harlem, to her success as a jazz legend, with the message: 'It's not where you come from, but where you're going that counts'. This ins...

Elvis Aaron Presley was born into poverty in North Mississippi, a place where opportunities were a rare thing to see. Still, he felt that someday, somehow, something amazing would happen. Elvis had just finished high school when he plucked up the courage and walked through the doors of Sun Studio...

Making science fun by applying core science learning to high interest hobbies. In 'Fun Science Experiments with Music', learn about the science behind singing, plucking and blowing. Find out about sound waves by making sugar dance. Discover why music sounds high or low. Jiggle your vocal cords! A...

Making science fun by applying core science learning to high interest hobbies. In this book, learn about the science behind singing, plucking and blowing. Find out about sound waves by making sugar dance. Discover why music sounds high or low. Jiggle your vocal cords! Add your own twist to all th...

Ready to make some noise? These hands-on, not-so-ordinary science projects are for you! Design melodic musical instruments and squawking noisemakers. Turn up the bass with activities that let you see sound. Then, learn the science behind each rocking racket! Simple step-by-step instructions suppo...

A global history of music for children that celebrates how and why we make music.

When John Lennon formed a band while still in school, he couldn't have known they were about to change music forever. With their exciting new sounds, rebel attitudes and gift for songwriting, everyone went crazy for The Beatles. Today, John is remembered not just as a musical icon, but as a champ...

Are YOU ready to meet Taylor? In this fun and friendly unofficial book, follow gifted singer-songwriter Taylor's inspirational journey from growing up on a Christmas tree farm to superstardom. Discover how she never gave up on her dream, from her earliest performances to the multi-talented and aw...

Learn how Nandi Bushell, the young drummer who has played with the Foo Fighters at Wembley, discovered drumming when she was just five years old. She shares how she plays - from the simple drumming beats she first learned to drum rolls, fills and backbeats - and offers insider tips and sage advic...

With funny tales, absurd history and unbelievable facts, this mind-blowing guide to music can help anyone become a sound-making sensation. In this book, you'll find answers to those all-important questions, such as: Why is cabbage the key to musical genius? Which is the fartiest of all the instru...