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RHAPSODY IN BLUE
with CD

A new addition to our most popular set of books.

The story of how George Gershwin in 1924 wrote this famous work in just five weeks, a concert that redefined American Music. Annsa Celenza and JoAnn Kitchel tell another captivating tale.

SHP 345
Ages 7-12
32 pages hardcover with CD
$19.95

A VERY FUNNY NEW BOOK !

Dog Train-Rock-Roll-with CD

From the Philadelphia Chickens' team - a new rock album. 17 songs and 17 "tracks" on the CD. Songs called Sneakers, Broccoli, I Need a Nap, Boring Song, all sung by familiar but unexpected names such as Weird Al Yankovic, Hootie and the Blowfish, Steve Lawrence and Edie Gorme and lots more. Hours of energetic fun . Pages of great illustrations.

"Do-on't give me that broccoLEE. Uh-oh-oh"

SHP 346
Ages 3-50
64 pages, hardcover with CD
$17.95

A COURAGIOUS TRUE STORY !

Bessie Smith and the Night Riders

The famous blues singer Bessie Smith comes to town. This true story of bravery and courage is told from the eyes of a young girl. The fabled black singer single-handedly scares off the Klue Klux Klan members who are trying to disrupt her show. African American history is enriched by the writing of Sue Stauffacher with artwork by John Holyfield.

SHP 347
Ages 8-12
32 pages hardcover
$16.99

A DOG THAT LOVES THE ORCHESTRA

JAKE-THE PHILHARMONIC DOG

Inspired by the real-life mascot of the New York Philharmonic, Jake comes to the orchestra rehearsals with his owner, the principal stagehand. The dog loves to listen to the music, and when a crisis develops, Jake steps onstage and steals the show! A pitch-perfect introduction to the different sounds of the Orchestra. By Karen LeFrak, illustrated by Marcin Baranski.

SHP 351
Ages 6-12
28 pages hardbound
$16.95

Take Me Out To The Ball Game

A sensational book about every baseball fan's favorite song. In colorful, exciting illustrations and clever words, this new book portrays the words to the song, as well as weaving the history of its creation. Includes a fun story about a young girl who is the team's greatest fan. Sidebar boxes add lots of baseball history, facts, music and folklore.

SHP 356
Ages 6-10
32 pages hardcover
$16.99

HANUKKAH LIGHTS
Stories from National Public Radio

This popular program has run for 15 years. Collected in this book are 12 of the best stories of the season, exploring the many facets of Jewish storytelling. A bonus CD contains the readings of 4 additional stories.

SHP 358
125 pages hardcover with illustrations
$19.95

CARNIVAL OF THE ANIMALS-POEMS
with CD

Inspired by Saint-Saens famous zoological fantasy, this magnificent book contains 13 poems commissioned by modern poets with bold and glorious illustrations. The accompanying 55 minute CD features a reading of each poem followed by the appropriate music.

SHP 359
All Ages
32 pages, hardcover-CD
$16.99