Modest Mussorgsky and his friends, Victor Hartmann and Vladimir Stasov, dream of showing the glories of Russia in the 1880s to the world. When Victor suddenly dies, composer Modest 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. Children of all ages will enjoy reading the inspirational story behind the composition of Pictures at an Exhibition. Bright, colorful illustrations incorporate elements of Russian folk art and traditional symbols. CD includes a piano version played by Vladimir Ashkenazy and an orchestral version performed by the Philharmonia Orchestra with conductor Vladimir Ashkenazy.

32 pgs, Hardback and CD

About the Author:
Anna Harwell Celenza is the author of The Farewell Symphony. She lives in East Lansing, Michigan.