Robt. Schumann : The Story of the Boy Who Made Pictures in Music by Thomas Tapper

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Author Tapper, Thomas, 1864-1958
Title Robt. Schumann : The Story of the Boy Who Made Pictures in Music
Alternate Title Robert Schumann : The Story of the Boy Who Made Pictures in Music
Note Reading ease score: 81.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "Robt. Schumann: The Story of the Boy Who Made Pictures in Music" by Thomas Tapper is an educational children's book written in the early 20th century. The book serves as a biography aimed at introducing young readers to the life and music of composer Robert Schumann, emphasizing his imaginative ability to translate visual images into musical expressions. Its primary purpose is to provide an accessible and engaging narrative that combines storytelling with musical education. The narrative begins with Schumann’s childhood, illustrating his early talent in music and his passion for playing the piano, often passing off performances as musical sketches of his friends. It recounts key events from his life, such as his aspirations of becoming a musician, the influence of a famous pianist, his eventually thwarted dream of becoming a concert pianist due to a hand injury, and his marriage to Clara Wieck, a talented pianist herself. The book also highlights Schumann's prolific output as a composer, teacher, and music journalist, noting his friendships with other prominent musicians. Towards the end, it touches upon the tragic decline of his mental health, presenting a rounded view of the complex life he led. Engaging illustrations and interactive elements encourage children to participate creatively by binding the book and adding their own stories. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class ML: Music: Literature of music
Subject Composers -- Germany -- Biography -- Juvenile literature
Subject Schumann, Robert, 1810-1856 -- Juvenile literature
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EBook-No. 35596
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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