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The First Notes: The Story of Do, Re, Mi
Julie Andrews and Emma Walton Hamilton
Item #:
9780316265904
Price:
$18.99
This richly illustrated picture book introduces readers to the
remarkable story of Guido d’Arezzo. Centuries ago, a young
Italian monk named Guido longed to find a way to write and
teach music. Eventually, he created the musical scale, using
the words Do-Re-Mi-Fa-Sol-La-Ti-Do…one syllable for each note.
Though the other monks thought it was a waste of time, Guido's
music couldn't be silenced. His discovery remains the
foundation for western music notation, and has entered the
popular imagination as the inspiration for the famous song
“Do-Re-Mi,” which Julie Andrews sang in The Sound of
Music.
In addition to the lyrics of "Do-Re-Mi" illustrated in full
color, the backmatter of this book includes an author’s note,
extensive historical notes, and a glossary. Book, 48
pages.
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