Synopsis Josette's little cousin, Louie, chases animals and frightens a baby with the whistle their grandfather bought him in Paris, as Josette longs for her turn so she can make sweet music.
While visiting Iowa in 1893, the Czech composer Anton Dvorak hears the song of a scarlet tanager and is inspired to create a new piece of music.
| Details | | Publication Date: | 2001-09-01 | | Illustrator: | Elizabeth Rosen | | Edition Description: | Illustrated |
| Size | | Height: | 10.0 in | | Width: | 8.0 in | | Thickness: | 0.2 in | | Weight: | 12.8 oz |
Publisher's Note While spending the summer in Iowa, Anton Dvor¯k becomes enraptured with the lovely song of the scarlet tanager, which inspires him to compose one of the most famous pieces of American music, in an enchanting story that combines fact and fiction.
Industry Reviews "Rosen's oil paintings truly bring this story to life. Her bold brush strokes and bright colors are reminiscent of Van Gogh, and bring a warm feeling to the entire story...What a wonderful way to introduce children to the world of music, and to the inspiration that is all around them." Kirkus Reviews (07/15/2001)
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