Carolyn Sloan Announces the Upcoming Release of Her New Musical Children’s Book ‘Welcome to the Opera’
WELCOME TO THE OPERA: Discover the Enchanting World of Opera with Mozart’s “The Magic Flute” (On sale October 10, 2023; Ages 4–8; $29.99) is the latest in the popular Welcome To... series from music educator and author Carolyn Sloan. WELCOME TO THE OPERA tells the story of the beloved classic The Magic Flute while introducing young readers to foundational music concepts.
With interactive sound technology and vibrant, full-color illustrations, WELCOME TO THE OPERA brings the wonders of opera to life.
Join three adorable dogs for a performance of Mozart’s beloved masterpiece The Magic Flute in this illustrated introduction to opera—with 12 sound buttons! As the story unfolds readers learn about the essential parts of opera—voice parts like soprano and tenor; vocal techniques like recitative and melisma; arias, the orchestra, the chorus, sets, costumes, plot, and more.
Plus, 12 interactive sound buttons let readers hear examples of the musical concepts as they read: a soprano sings a heartfelt aria, a powerful bass sings recitative, and the chorus harmonizes during the dramatic finale!
Welcome to the Opera is the third title in music educator Carolyn Sloan’s successful Welcome to… sound chip picture book series that introduces classic musical genres to young readers. Her previous books include Welcome to the Symphony and Welcome to Jazz.
Welcome to the Opera will be on sale October 10, 2023, published by Workman Publishing Company.
Page Count: 32 pages
ISBN-13: 9781523516964
About the Author:
Carolyn Sloan is a distinguished author, educator, composer, and entrepreneur whose dedication to the arts has enlightened and inspired young minds for years. With a unique flair for breaking down complex musical concepts into child-friendly narratives, she has penned four critically acclaimed books that have been pivotal in introducing both children and adults to the vast world of music.
Her first interactive children’s book, Welcome to the Symphony, an exploration of the Orchestra using Beethoven’s Symphony no. 5, was a harmonious journey through the intricacies of classical music. This was followed by Welcome to Jazz, A swing-along-celebration of America’s Music, which earned her the esteemed Nautilus Award, Northern lights Book Award and the Stepping-stones Award. Delving in to the powerful and dramatic world of opera, Carolyn’s upcoming book from Workman Publishing, Welcome to the Opera – Discover the enchanting World of Opera with Mozart’s Magic Flute is reaching bookstores October 10, 2023. Carolyn’s book on singing, written for adults, Finding Your Voice, A Practical and Spiritual Approach to Living published by Hyperion, serves as a testament to her belief in the transformative power of music and its ability to resonate deeply with our spiritual selves.
In addition to her notable literary achievements, which include the prestigious 2019 Nautilus Award for best children’s non-fiction, Carolyn has ventured into the realm of e-learning with her groundbreaking EdTech company, TeachMe TV® Inc. Designed as an online learning haven for children aged 5-12, TeachMe TV® has already garnered recognition for its outstanding content, with 5 Telly Awards in media, animation, and music. The EdTech Honor Award for Cool Tool, 2023, and the Digital Education Awards for notable Start-up 2022 stand as proof to the platform’s excellence and innovation.
Carolyn Sloan’s unparalleled commitment to arts education continues to pave new avenues for young learners, helping them discover the magical world of music and more. Her written works, and TeachMe TV®remain iconic landmarks in the realm of children’s education, destined to inspire generations to come.
Carolyn Sloan lives in Brooklyn, New York, with her family.
To learn more, go to https://www.carolynsloan.com/