A joyful musical picture book from Magic Cat — The Birthday Music Book follows Little Mouse on her special birthday, from waking up in her cosy bedroom to discovering a wonderful surprise party waiting at home. Press the gold star on each page to hear one of 8 touch-activated sound clips, including Happy Birthday and seven iconic pieces of classical music, each accompanied by simple musical notation for budding musicians.
Written by Jennifer Eckford and illustrated by Amy Adele in her signature warm watercolour and gouache style, this is a book to return to again and again — for birthdays and beyond.
The 8 pieces of music included:
Happy Birthday
Strauss — The Blue Danube
Grieg — In the Hall of the Mountain King
Bach — Cello Suite No. 1
Beethoven — Ode to Joy
Rossini — William Tell Overture
Mozart — The Marriage of Figaro
Offenbach — Can-Can
Written by Jennifer Eckford; illustrated by Amy Adele
Published by Magic Cat (Macmillan)
Hardback, 310 x 256mm, 24 pages
Published 29 August 2024
ISBN: 9781915569608
8 touch-activated sound buttons — press the gold star on each page
Includes simple musical notation throughout
Suitable for ages 5+
A truly special birthday gift — and a beautiful introduction to classical music for children who love stories about animals and celebrations.
