Music and How It Works: The Complete Guide for Kids

Take a visual journey through the world of music and learn the science behind it, too.

Budding music fans will love discovering musical geniuses of every era, from Mozart and classical music to Bowie and pop, as well as finding out how music is created and what links it all together.

The book looks at music throughout history, beginning with the first known melody from the Fertile Crescent and covering modern music phenomena, from K Pop to hip-hop. Instruments and genres from across the world are featured, with "playlists" of key pieces encouraging kids to look up pieces to hear for themselves. STEAM spreads delve into the psychology and math behind music, from how it affects our mood to how it can improve our minds.

Covering India's Ragas, Indonesia's Gamelan, Japan's city pop, and more, this book will help children discover a love of music.

Author: DK
Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Published: 11/17/2020
Pages: 96
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.5lbs
Size: 11.10h x 9.10w x 0.50d
ISBN: 9781465499905
Audience: Ages 9-12

About the Author
Charlie Morland is a talented musician, a highly experienced music teacher, and dad to young music star Frankie Morland. Charlie is full of enthusiasm to share his knowledge and love of music with young readers.