Haydn's Farewell Symphony

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024106
ISBN
9781580895279
Grade 1-4
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Charlotte Mason
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"Papa" Haydn is the composer and music director for Prince Nicholas, and it isn't an easy job. He has to keep all of the musicians in line and well practiced, repair any broken musical instruments, and constantly write new music to entertain the prince and his many various guests. When the prince goes to his summer home in Esterhaza, Haydn and all of the royal musicians must leave their families behind and diligently follow the prince. As the summer drags on, the musicians are homesick for their families. They complain to Haydn that their families should be allowed to come to Esterhaza. Haydn in turn talks to the prince, who becomes very angry at the impertinence of his subjects. There is nothing to do but wait until the summer is over. When summer ends and they are still in Esterhaza during the chill of November, Haydn knows it is time for a great deal of cleverness. When it comes time for the orchestra to play Haydn's newest symphony, will they be able to convey their feelings to the prince? This book features well-written text and large colorful pictures. - Melissa

Publisher's Description of Haydn's Farewell Symphony
Anna Harwell Celenza’s engaging fictionalized telling of the story behind Franz Joseph Haydn’s famous symphony is a perfect introduction to classical music and its power. THE FAREWELL SYMPHONY brings to life a long summer spent at Esterháza, the summer palace of Prince Nicholas of Esterházy.
The blustering, bellowing prince entertained hundreds of guests at his rural retreat and demanded music for every occasion. As the months passed, Haydn was kept very busy writing and performing music for parties, balls, dinners, and even walks in the gardens. His orchestra members became homesick and missed their families. The anger, frustration, and longing of the musicians is expressed beautifully in the symphony born of the clever mind of Joseph Haydn who used it to convince Prince Nicholas that it was time to go home.
Wonderfully expressive illustrations by JoAnn E. Kitchel capture all the comedy and pathos of this unique symphony. Beautifully interpretive motifs and borders convey the setting and emotion of the story mirroring the structure of the symphony with the repetitive use of sets of four. Making classical music and history come alive with color and character, THE FAREWELL SYMPHONY ensures a place for the arts in the hearts and minds of children.
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Product Format:Hardcover Book
Brand:Charlesbridge
Grades:1-4
ISBN:9781580895279
Length in Inches:9.25
Width in Inches:9.25
Height in Inches:0.375
Weight in Pounds:0.85
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