Overview
A warm and witty portrait of child prodigy and world-famous classical musician Glenn Gould.Ā
Glenn was a child who knew his own mind ā he liked boats but did not like fishing; he enjoyed puns and pranks but did not like bullying; he loved learning but did not like school ā¦ but more than anything else he loved to play the piano.Ā
Glenn had a professional performing career by the time he was fifteen; he gave concerts all over the world in his twenties. He became best known for his interpretation of Bachās Goldberg Variations. But Glenn grew to dislike concerts ā the hall was too cold, or he didnāt feel well, or the audience made too much noise (he didnāt even like their applause!). He discovered that when he played and recorded music in an empty concert hall, he could make it sound exactly the way he wanted. He could do what he loved best, while being completely himself.
Sarah Ellisās beautifully written portrait of Glenn Gould is complemented by Nancy Voās gorgeous illustrations, bringing the life and times of this extraordinarily talented musician to readers young and old.
Includes a fascinating authorās note and resources for further information.
Key Text Features
additional information
afterword
authorās note
bibliography
biographical information
biographical note
explanation
facts
further information
further reading
historical context
illustrations
informational note
photographs
sources
vignettes
ļ»æwriting inspiration
Correlates to the Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts:
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.K.7
With prompting and support, describe the relationship between illustrations and the story in which they appear (e.g., what moment in a story an illustration depicts).
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.1.2
Retell stories, including key details, and demonstrate understanding of their central message or lesson.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.1.7
Use illustrations and details in a story to describe its characters, setting, or events.
This book title, As Glenn as Can Be, ISBN: 9781773064680, by Sarah Ellis, Nancy Vo, published by Groundwood Books (April 1, 2022) is available in hardcover. Our minimum order quantity is 25 copies. All standard bulk book orders ship FREE in the continental USA and delivered in 4-10 business days.
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