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Not only was Bruce Springsteen "Born in the USA," he has risen to become a twenty-time Grammy winner and American icon. Bruce Springsteen grew up in a blue-collar New Jersey town, where his parents struggled to make ends meet. Bruce didn't fit in at school but found solace in rock and roll and...

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart ist nach heutigen Begriffen ein Superstar der klassischen Musik. 1756 in Salzburg geboren, begann das Wunderkind bereits mit 4 Jahren Klavier zu spielen. Sein viel zu kurzes Leben widmete er der Musik und dem Reisen, er komponierte über 25.000 Seiten Musik und verbrachte zehn Jahre seines Lebens im Ausland. Noch heute zählen seine Opern und Kompositionen zu den größten musikalischen Errungenschaften aller Zeiten.

Okay, readers, now let's get in formation! Learn about the life of the perfectionist performer known as Queen Bey and how she created her flawless discography of hit records like Renaissance and Cowboy Carter. In 2003, Beyoncé went solo after being in the popular girl group Destiny's Child and...

Discover the life of Taylor Swift—a story about the power of words and being yourself for kids ages 6 to 9 Taylor Swift is one of the most famous musical artists in the world! Before she became a big star, she was a little girl who loved country music and writing stories. Explore how she went...

In the 1960s, Michael Jackson was just a young boy with a dream. By the time he died in 2009, he was a record setting musician and an international pop icon. Follow Michael’s journey growing up in the tumultuous music industry. Watch him strive for greatness and witness the legacy he has left on the world.

The Beatles' first appearance on the Ed Sullivan show, has been called "a night that changed the course of American culture". More than 70 million television viewers - the largest-ever audience for an entertainment show - watched the Beatles' performance that February 9, 1964. It was only the beginning. Had the Beatles been simply the most successful musical group of all time, their place in history would be secure. But they were much, much more. The Beatles changed popular culture forever.

Muddy Waters was never good at doing what he was told. When Grandma Della said the blues wouldn't put food on the table, Muddy didn't listen. And when record producers told him that no one wanted to listen to a country boy playing country blues, Muddy ignored them as well. This tenacious streak carried Muddy from the hardscrabble fields of Mississippi to the smoky juke joints of Chicago and finally to a recording studio where a landmark record was made.

From their top-selling albums and sensational sold-out tours to their forthcoming TV series and Disney Channel original movie Camp Rock, the Jonas Brothers have gone from obscurity to superstardom in the course of a year, and Kevin, Joe, and Nick are here to stay.

4 Free Bonuses: E-book on Growth Mindset, Habit Toolkit & More Inspirational Musician Stories for Young Readers: How Musical Legends Overcame Adversity to Create Melodic Masterpieces Do you want to get fired up with the stories of famous musicians? Success stories are as unique as snowflakes. No one journey is the same. But they all share one trait: success isn’t handed to them on a silver platter. If you struggle with becoming the best in your field, you’re not alone. Thousands of people have had to find inner strength to push through hard moments and leave their mark on the world of ...

Inspired by the #1 New York Times bestseller She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger comes a chapter book series, adapted for audio, about women who spoke up and rose up against the odds--including Marian Anderson! When renowned classical singer Marian Anderson wasn't allowed to...

Previous published as Tejano Music Queen Lydia Mendoza 7.13.2020 copyright Ellie Crowe. Hold on to your dream, Lydia told herself. She dreamed of becoming a music star--- a Tejano music queen. But how could she? She was a young Mexican girl living in poverty on the borderlands between Mexico and Texas. Her papa said women could never become Tejano music stars. He said it just wouldn't be right. But Lydia was determined to prove him wrong. Lydia Mendoza fought poverty and discrimination against race and women to become a Latin American music sensation, the Lark of the Border, a Tejano Music ...

What does it take to go from a quiet farm in Checotah, Oklahoma, to becoming one of the biggest names in music history? For Carrie Underwood, it wasn’t just her powerful voice that led her to success—it was the way she lived her life. In The 7 Habits of Carrie Underwood, young readers will discover how Carrie’s journey mirrors the powerful lessons found in Stephen Covey’s 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. Before she became a superstar, Carrie was a small-town girl with big dreams. She learned to be proactive by taking responsibility for her own future, and she began with the end ...

Entra en escena con Lin-Manuel Miranda en esta adición a la serie número uno en ventas del New York Times que explica cómo la leyenda de Broadway comenzó antes de Hamilton y Encanto. ¡Ahora en español! Lin-Manuel Miranda, nacido en Nueva York de padres puertorriqueños, fue un apasionado...

Before she was an international superstar and feminist icon, Beyoncé was a girl from Texas who loved to sing and dance. As a member of Destiny’s Child, she climbed the charts as part of one of the most famous girl groups in history. This launched her solo career, and since then, she’s become an unstoppable force in music and pop culture. Beyond music, she is a successful businesswoman and activist who helps bring issues of race and gender into the global conversation.

This program is read by the author and features sound design and special effects to enhance your listening enjoyment. Listen out for the mesmerizing guitar melodies and the sounds of rain. A rhythmic, striking biography of legendary singer/songwriter/performer Prince. Before he became a legend...

Dream big with a Little Golden Book biography about superstar singer, actor, and fashion icon, Harry Styles. Little Golden Book biographies are the perfect introduction to nonfiction for young readers—as well as fans of all ages! This Little Golden Book about Harry Styles—the world famous...

Beyoncé has been at the top of the music industry for decades. She uses her platform to bring awareness to social issues. Learn more about her passion for helping others.

Descubre cómo una niña que vivía en una granja de árboles de Navidad creció hasta convertirse en una de las artistas musicales más célebres del siglo XXI en este nuevo libro de la serie más vendida del New York Times, ¡ahora en español! Taylor Swift siempre supo que quería ser...

This audiobook features music and special effects. Listen along and enjoy the fun that is You Are Fearless: A Book for the Littlest Taylor Swift Fans. This uplifting read-aloud is a heartfelt wish for all children and a timeless introduction to the Grammy Award-winning and multi platinum singer...

Once upon a time, children's music was just Mother Goose, nursery songs, and lullabies. And then came Ella Jenkins. Ella Jenkins is an American folk singer and living legend dubbed The First Lady of Children's Music. For nearly 70 years, she has been writing and performing music that has entertained and engaged generations of young listeners. In Make a Pretty Song, Ella's life and legacy are captured in vibrant sights, sounds, and stories that leap right out of the book.