This enchanting introduction to the wonderful world of ballet allows you to listen while you learn about the world’s greatest ballets, dancers, choreographers, and composers!
Experience the history of dance in a whole new way—by listening and learning at the same time. You'll meet the captivating characters that make up the ballet universe—from talented dancers such as Misty Copeland to legendary composers such as Tchaikovsky—and learn all about twenty-five timeless dances that have mesmerized the world over including Swan Lake, The Nutcracker, Peter and the Wolf, Fancy Free, and more. The book includes access to a website where you can download the music from each ballet and bring these classic performances to life!
Full of fun facts throughout plus a removable poster of ballet positions you can learn yourself, this introduction will make you a dance expert in no time. So put on your leotard, tights, or tutu; strap on your ballet shoes; and pirouette your way into the enchanting realm of ballet!
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Laura Lee is the author of several books, which include Blame It on the Rain: How Weather Has Changed History. Laura lives in Michigan where she divides her time between writing and producing ballet educational tours with Russian ballet star Valery Lantratov.
Meredith Hamilton has illustrated nine books in the Child's Intro series. Her other illustration work includes apps for children, cookbooks, and Steuben glass. She lives in Brooklyn, NY.
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Hardback. Condition: Good. Hamilton, Meredith (illustrator). Young dancers have fallen in love with this charming, illustrated exploration of the world's great ballets. Featuring twenty-five famous and beloved pieces such as Swan Lake, The Nutcracker, Peter and the Wolf and Fancy Free, these stories bring iconic performances to life and inspire readers to listen and dance along to the music that has made them enduring classics.Woven into these tales is a captivating history of ballet, filled with information and profiles of the world's greatest dancers, choreographers, and composers. Young readers will also enjoy fun facts and dancing how-tos all while listening to excerpts of classical music. Also included is a removable, fold-out poster depicting the five positions of ballet. Seller Inventory # 00109745719
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hardcover. Condition: Good. Hamilton, Meredith (illustrator). Seller Inventory # 0762469072-3-37881546
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hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Hamilton, Meredith (illustrator). Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Seller Inventory # S_468489142
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Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Hamilton, Meredith (illustrator). Former library book; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0762469072I3N10
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Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Hamilton, Meredith (illustrator). Missing dust jacket; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0762469072I3N01
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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Hamilton, Meredith (illustrator). Missing dust jacket; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0762469072I4N01