A Little Book of the Orchestra: The Violin

Follow violinist Lilu as she prepares for her concert performances and uncovers more about the violin. Discover how the instrument is made, how it is played and its role within the orchestra. Get swept up in the magic of the music as Lilu rehearses for a dream summer evening performance.

With panels that offer suggestions for music to listen to and exclusive music to download from the London Symphony Orchestra, this is a multi-sensory experience in which to enjoy and learn about the violin. From the creative team behind the award-winning book How to Build an Orchestra.

Mary Auld is a writer of children's information books, working on a broad range of subjects. She has been actively involved in music from an early age, both singing and playing the flute on an amateur basis. She loves making music in a group, be that in an orchestra or a choir. Whether making music or writing children's books, her aim is to share her enthusiasm and inspire readers. Her books have won awards and been shortlisted for others. Mary Auld is a pen name for Rachel Cooke, who is an honorary fellow of the English Association in recognition of her editorial work in children's non-fiction.

Elisa Paganelli was born in Modena, Italy, and since childhood cannot resist the smell of paper and pencils. She attended the Institute of Art and subsequently graduated from the European Institute of Design (IED) in Turin with a degree in illustration. After working as a graphic designer for a communication agency for a few years, she decided to set up her own art and design studio. Elisa devotes most of her time to her passion for images and words. She thinks of herself as a kind of hermit, immersed in her quiet world of nature and books, accompanied by a cup of tea and her beloved pet assistants. She now collaborates with publishers and other clients all over the world, and writes for a newspaper’s lifestyle column.

Author: Mary Auld
Illustrator: Elisa Paganelli
Format: Hardcover, 32 pages
Publisher: Interlink Publishing Group (2024)
ISBN: 9781623711115
Recommended Age: 7-9 years