Classical Giants: Mozart

Musical Histories for Enquiring Minds

By: Emma Warner-Reed

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

Did you ever ask yourself:

• Did Mozart really write Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star aged 5?
• Who were Mozart’s greatest friends and enemies?
• Is it true that his biggest rival stole his work? and
• Why was he buried in a pauper’s grave?

Find the answers to these and many more questions about one of the most well-loved musicians of all time in, Classical Giants: Mozart.

Classical Giants brings to life the most famous composers in history, introducing them to children as real characters who lived and breathed on a real historical timeline.

Take your child on a journey of discovery to learn, not only what Mozart was like as a person, but also what made him tick: what were his struggles and his joys; what were the events that shaped his world; what was important to him, what influenced him and what inspired him to create his greatest masterpieces.

“This brilliantly entertaining and informative addition to children’s non-fiction contains a myriad of cross-curricular learning opportunities for the classroom and beyond. English, Music, History, Art, Maths and Science can be taught through this book making it ideal as the beating heart of an exciting and creative Topic web of learning activities. Useful for assemblies too and Social and Emotional learning, adults will enjoy it just as much as children.”

Kathryn Creed, retired Assistant Headteacher and Independent Schools Inspectorate Team Inspector.

For further information on the series, please visit www.classicalgiants.com

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Was very informative and I learned a lot about Mozart and his life and the times he loved in.