Story Orchestra: I Can Play: The Nutcracker

The Story Orchestra: I Can Play: The Nutcracker

Experience the joy of playing music from The Nutcracker!

Step into the magical world of Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker with this beautifully illustrated first piano sound book from The Story Orchestra series. Perfect for budding musicians aged 4 to 8, this interactive book allows children to learn and play eight enchanting tunes themselves!

Features

• Learn Iconic Pieces: Includes 8 best-loved melodies from The Nutcracker, including "Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy" and "Waltz of the Snowflakes."
• Simple Learning System: Colour and shape codes correspond to the 14 keys, making it easy for young readers to follow along and play 8-bar, one-finger melodies. Even beginners can enjoy the music!
• Interactive Play: Each song is paired with enchanting illustrations and descriptions of the story, along with helpful playing tips to guide children as they play.

Songs Included

1. Grandfather’s Dance
2. Clara’s Dream
3. Waltz of the Snowflakes
4. Russian Dance
5. Dance of the Reed Flutes
6. Waltz of the Flowers
7. Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy
8. Finale

Educational and Fun

• Real Piano Sounds: High-quality keyboard produces beautiful, authentic piano notes to reward young musicians as they play.
• Enhance Musical Pacing: For best results, play the original piece first to familiarise children with the pacing of the music.
• Encourage Creativity: Press firmly on the pages to activate the keys and explore the possibilities of making music.

Why Choose I Can Play: The Nutcracker?

• Perfect Gift: A delightful way to inspire a love for music and the piano.
• Proven Popularity: The Nutcracker is the bestselling title in The Story Orchestra series, with over 300,000 copies sold in the English language alone.
• No Prior Knowledge Needed: A simple and accessible method designed for very young beginners to learn piano without any prior experience.

Details

• Format: Juvenile Hardcover, 16 pages
• Dimensions: 273 x 311 mm
• Illustrated in full colour

Manufacturer’s Note

Please press firmly on the keys for best results. All piano keys produce real-sounding notes to create an authentic musical experience.

Introduce your child to the magical world of music and storytelling with The Story Orchestra: I Can Play: The Nutcracker!