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Chopin

Ann Rachlin, Susan Hellard

Paperback (B.E.S. Publishing, April 12, 1993)

Frederic Chopin was born in Poland-a land far from Paris, London and Vienna, the music capitals of Europe. Even so, his pianistic genius and his gift for creating beautiful melodies were quickly discovered by his teachers. Lively, full-color illustrations on each page capture the spirit of the times.

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Chopin: Famous Children

Ann Rachlin, Susan Hellard

Library Binding (Childrens Pr, June 1, 1993)

Examines the childhood and early musical training of the nineteenth-century Polish composer

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Chopin

Ann Rachlin, Susan Hellard

Hardcover (Orion Publishing Co, April 29, 1993)

One of a series featuring the childhood of famous artists and composers, this book focuses on Chopin. It discusses the hardships of a rigorous musical training, parental pressure, childhood pranks and the pleasure of making music, and includes a short list of Chopin pieces which are of juvenile appeal. Aiming to be both educational and entertaining, the book is intended for home, library or school use, and supports the music curriculum emphasis on historical knowledge and appreciation. The author is known for her "Fun With Music" sessions for children, in which she illuminates great works of music by means of stories, anecdotes from composers' lives, games, quizzes and concerts.