Introduce your children to music with this fun, basic look at what music is, where it has come from, and the different forms it comes in. Using very simple language in small half-bite size amounts, this book by Aliki breaks music down into its different components as it tells us what music is. It carries on from there to describe music as an art and a language, the construction of an orchestra, the instruments, the conductor, the voice as an instrument, harmony, and dance. The history of music is touched on from prehistoric (no, this book does not uphold a young earth creation view point), ancient, early and classical to the more diverse age of music and styles like jazz and popular. Music as therapy and practicing are the final two subjects in this 48-page, hardcover book. All of these subjects and styles are presented through colorful illustrations of children and adults creating music or working with musical instruments. It is a very catchy format sure to inspire children in their pursuit of music. ~ Zach