Verdi : The Story of the Little Boy who Loved the Hand Organ by Thomas Tapper

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Author Tapper, Thomas, 1864-1958
Title Verdi : The Story of the Little Boy who Loved the Hand Organ
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Summary "Verdi: The Story of the Little Boy who Loved the Hand Organ" by Thomas Tapper is an educational children's book likely written in the early 20th century. The book is part of a series titled "The Child's Own Book of Great Musicians" and focuses on introducing young readers to the life of the renowned Italian composer Giuseppe Verdi. Its primary aim is to engage children with music history, particularly Verdi's journey from a curious child to a celebrated composer. Throughout the narrative, the book chronicles Verdi's early fascination with music, starting with his childhood in the village of Roncole, Italy, where he developed a love for hand organs. As he grows, the story highlights significant milestones in his musical education, from receiving a spinet at the age of seven to becoming the organist at his local church by the age of ten. Alongside his musical development, the book emphasizes the importance of supportive friendships, particularly with figures like Barezzi and Provesi, who encouraged Verdi to pursue his talents. The narrative culminates with Verdi's successful career, detailing his renowned operas and his legacy, including his final years spent supporting fellow musicians in need. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class ML: Music: Literature of music
Subject Composers -- Biography -- Juvenile literature
Subject Verdi, Giuseppe, 1813-1901 -- Juvenile literature
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EBook-No. 35158
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 7, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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