Mussorgsky's Pictures at an Exhibition (Once Upon a Masterpiece)- hardcover

Author: Celenza, Anna Harwell

Brand: Charlesbridge

Color: Multicolor

Edition: Illustrated

Binding: hardcover

Format: picture_book

Number Of Pages: 32

Release Date: 12-04-2016

Part Number: illustrations

Details: When his friend Victor suddenly dies, composer Mussorgsky is deeply saddened. But, with the help of his friends, and through his own music, Modest finds a way to keep Victor's spirit alive.

Readers of all ages will enjoy the inspirational story behind the composition of Pictures at an Exhibition. Bright, colorful illustrations incorporate elements of Russian folk art and traditional symbols. View pages from artist JoAnn Kitchel's notebook for explanations of the symbols and see her pencil-sketch research of the Russian culture.