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In Charles River Editors' History for Kids series, your children can learn about history's most important people and events in an easy, entertaining, and educational way. The concise but comprehensive book will keep your kid's attention all the way to the end. Born in Mississippi, a young kid named Elvis Presley came to Memphis as a teenager and changed music forever. Fusing country and rhythm and blues with rock, Elvis brought traditional African-American sounds to the forefront of music in the 1950s....

He was a boy with a guitar. She was a girl with a piano. Raised by loving grandparents in Depression-era rural Texas, their humble beginnings playing local shows to put food on the table started Willie and Bobbie Nelson on a remarkable path to global stardom. In a story filled with details of a childhood in rural Texas - with church socials, general stores, and town dances - Willie and Bobbie weave together an inspiring story of a long-ago time. With triumphs and tragedies, hard work, and determination, here is a deeply personal, gorgeously written, and profoundly moving tale of hope.

When renowned classical singer Marian Anderson wasn't allowed to sing at a theater in Washington, DC, because she was Black, First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt invited her to sing at the Lincoln Memorial, at a concert attended by thousands of people. Marian went on to sing around the world on behalf of the UN and the US State Department, and as a part of the Civil Rights Movement, she also performed at the March on Washington. She went on to win many awards, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom and a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award—and she inspired countless people along the way.

John Lennon’s mom called him “Stinker” because he farted so much! Paul McCartney’s car was wrecked by chickens! George Harrison once had his friend’s parent sign his bad report card! Ringo Starr’s grandma thought he was possessed by witches! Wait! What? Siblings Paige and Turner have collected the most unusual and surprising facts about these rock stars, from their childhoods and early days as musicians to the formation of the Beatles and their skyrocketing journey to become the greatest band in the world.

Clara Schumanns Lebensgeschichte ist für eine Frau im 19. Jahrhundert einzigartig. Ohne sich von Männern noch länger bevormunden zu lassen, gelingt ihr ein selbstbestimmtes Leben. Als Konzertpianistin steigt sie zur internationalen Musikelite auf und absolviert Auftritte in ganz Europa. Nach wechselvollen Ehejahren zieht es sie vermehrt nach London, wo sie umjubelte Konzerte vor tausenden Zuhörern gibt. Episoden aus Clara Schumanns Leben sind hier unterhaltsam erzählt.

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.

Dubai wunderkind Michelle Rasul was only a toddler when she first got behind the turntables. By the time she entered the 2021 DMC Global DJing Championship, she was on her way to becoming an international celebrity. Her inspiring autobiography is a testament to passion, talent, family, love, and perseverance—and above all, a celebration of Girl Power with some scratching and a beat.

When Beethoven was a young man, he was known as a brilliant pianist and a brilliant composer. But he didn't really have a happy life. He was born in the German city of Bonn and he gave his first public concert at the age of seven. But his father was very strict and made him practise for hours every day. When he was in his 20s and already famous, he began to go deaf. Imagine how awful that was for such a great musician: to him, music was getting softer and softer, until he could hardly hear a thing.

Taylor Swift went from singing karaoke in a roadhouse as a young teen to being a musical icon by her twenties. But what is her life like when the cameras aren’t flashing? High-interest details of her high-profile life will enthrall listeners.

Inspiring, relatable, and totally true biographies tell the childhood stories of a diverse group of musicians, including Taylor Swift, Louis Armstrong, Harry Styles, Mariah Carey, Yo-Yo Ma, Paul McCartney, and 10 other influential performers.

You may know that the UK pop group One Direction broke records when they hit the US music scene. The singers' album Up All Night debuted at number one on the US Billboard charts. Want to know more about the group's singers - Niall Horan, Zayn Malik, Liam Payne, Harry Styles, and Louis Tomlinson? Listen to this audiobook to learn all about 1D's amazing rise to fame!

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart had amazing talent at a very young age, forever changing the idea of what a child prodigy was.

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.

Mit "Rhapsody in Blue" hat der auf Musicals spezialisierte amerikanische Komponist George Gershwin 1924 etwas ganz Neues geschaffen, bei dem spielerisch Blues, Jazz und klassische Musik ineinanderfließen. Die Musikwelt ist begeistert. Das Leben von George Gershwin und seiner Familie im New Yorker Stadtteil Brooklyn und die schillernde Entstehungsgeschichte seiner "Rhapsody in Blue" wird hier erstmals für Kinder erzählt und lässt uns in den musikalischen Schmelztiegel der 1920er Jahre ereignisreich eintauchen.

Kendrick Lamar draws influences from many areas in his life when it comes to music, but his biggest inspiration is Tupac Shakur. Discover both performers' history in the music industry, their lives offstage, and more with the help of captivating photos and accessible text.

Dolly Parton is an award-winning songwriter and entertainer who released her first single when she was just thirteen years old. She has written thousands of songs, starred in TV shows and movies, and runs her own businesses and philanthropy. With her talent, grit, and generous spirit, she makes the world a brighter place.

Discover the Ultimate Guide to Taylor Swift for Young Fans! Calling all Swifties! Are you ready to dive into the world of Taylor Swift and uncover amazing facts about your favorite pop star? Look no further! "101 Facts About Taylor Swift That Every Kid Needs to Know" is the ultimate book for young fans who want to learn everything about Taylor. This beautifully crafted book is perfect for kids who adore Taylor Swift and want to know all the fascinating details of her life and career.

Das Leben und die Musik von Joseph Haydn für Kinder erzählt. Eloquence reflektiert die ganze Welt der Klassik in überragenden Aufnahmen und ist heute die erfolgreichste Klassikserie überhaupt. Mit vielen Musikbeispielen und kindgerechten Erläuterungen lässt Junior-Klassik von Eloquence nun jungen Hörer klassische Werke spannend und spielerisch erleben.

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.

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 ...