The Cartoon Music Book

The Cartoon Music Book
Author: Daniel Goldmark
Publisher: Chicago Review Press
Total Pages: 337
Release: 2002-11
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1569764123

The popularity of cartoon music, from Carl Stalling's work for Warner Bros. to Disney sound tracks and "The Simpsons"' song parodies, has never been greater. This lively and fascinating look at cartoon music's past and present collects contributions from well-known music critics and cartoonists, and interviews with the principal cartoon composers. Here Mark Mothersbaugh talks about his music for "Rugrats," Alf Clausen about composing for "The Simpsons," Carl Stalling about his work for Walt Disney and Warner Bros., Irwin Chusid about Raymond Scott's work, Will Friedwald about "Casper the Friendly Ghost," Richard Stone about his music for "Animaniacs," Joseph Lanza about "Ren and Stimpy," and much, much more.

Tunes for ’Toons

Tunes for ’Toons
Author: Daniel Goldmark
Publisher: Univ of California Press
Total Pages: 244
Release: 2005
Genre: Music
ISBN: 0520253116

Annotation A trade-oriented book on the music in classic cartoons from Bugs Bunny to Tom and Jerry and beyond.

Never Play Music Right Next to the Zoo

Never Play Music Right Next to the Zoo
Author: John Lithgow
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 42
Release: 2013-10-22
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1442467444

A lively and lyrical picture book jaunt from actor and author John Lithgow! Oh, children! Remember! Whatever you may do, Never play music right next to the zoo. They’ll burst from their cages, each beast and each bird, Desperate to play all the music they’ve heard. A concert gets out of hand when the animals at the neighboring zoo storm the stage and play the instruments themselves in this hilarious picture book based on one of John Lithgow’s best-loved tunes.

My First Classical Music Book

My First Classical Music Book
Author: Genevieve Helsby
Publisher: Naxos My First
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2008-10
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9781843791188

My First Classical Music Book is a delightfully colorful introduction to classical music, designed to fire the imagination of children aged 5-7 years. Readers are asked to think about the different places in which we might hear music. Then, each of the major composers and musical instrument families are introduced and brought to life in a vivid and enchanting way. Throughout the book, children are referred to the accompanying audio CD so that they can hear examples as they read. This is the most exceptional book of its kind, providing an absorbing experience for both eyes and ears.

The Bear and the Piano

The Bear and the Piano
Author: David Litchfield
Publisher: Frances Lincoln Children's Books
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2019-03-04
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 178603560X

This best-selling tale of exploration and belonging, which won the Waterstones Childrens Book Prize 2016, Illustrated Book Category, is now available in board book.

What a Wonderful World

What a Wonderful World
Author: Bob Thiele
Publisher: Henry Holt and Company (BYR)
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2015-02-17
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1627792554

The classic and beloved song is brought to life with bright and colorful illustrations by Tim Hopgood. First recorded in 1967 by Louis Armstrong, and with sales of over one million copies, "What a Wonderful World" has become a poignant message of hope for people everywhere. Sweet and positive in its message, with bright, beautiful art, this book is sure to be a hit. Perfect for sharing!

The Song Garden

The Song Garden
Author: Vicky Weber
Publisher: Trunk Up Books
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2020-05-26
Genre:
ISBN: 9781734212969

Every year, Calla and her family participate in the town's showcase, but this year, she is determined to create a song garden without the help of her parents. Her friends all have great ideas, but writing a song doesn't come as easily to Calla. There are so many choices...what if she gets it wrong? Will Calla be able to conquer her worries and let her creativity shine through? Written by an elementary music teacher to spark composition in young readers, The Song Garden teaches children that their creations are truly their own.

The Library Book

The Library Book
Author: Tom Chapin
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 48
Release: 2017-10-03
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1481460927

Using the lyrics to Tom Chapin and Michael Mark's "The Library Song," this picture book celebrates the magic of reading and of libraries.