Age Group: 9 - 12 Years

Description:

Crank up the volume for a wild, fact-packed romp through the noisy world of music! From the powdered-wig genius of Mozart and Beethoven to the hip-swivelling antics of Elvis, the screaming guitars of The Sex Pistols, and the chart-topping anthems of The Beatles and Oasis, this is music history with all the fun bits left in. Discover how the blues was born, why the invention of the sound-recording machine changed everything, and which tragedy sparked one of the biggest musical explosions ever. Get to grips with mind-boggling instruments, peek behind the scenes of famous bands, and pick up a few cheeky tips on how to become an overnight pop sensation yourself. Bursting with cartoons, weird facts, and quirky humour, this lively guide from Scholastic's The Knowledge series is perfect for curious music fans everywhere.