"Describes the beginnings and evolution of techno, dance, and electronica music, spotlighting important artists and songs"--Provided by publisher.

The letters of the alphabet are represented by words that relate to music, presented in short rhymes about instruments, terms, composers, and styles, each with additional information about the topic.

Describes various aspects of hip-hop culture, including DJing, MCing, breakdancing, and graffiti.

"In the 1950s, a new style of music called "rock and roll" blended the rhythm and blues (R & B) music played by black American artists with the sounds of traditional country and western music, gospel, folk music, and other genres. Since its creation, rock music has represented the spirit of young people, often reflecting them at their best: working to improve society, and also to have fun. ...rock music has evolved and changed, but remains as vibrant...

Classical music typically uses very specific instruments, most markedly those invented before mid-10th century and adopted in the 18th and 19th centuries. Instruments like the violin, cello, viola, woodwind instruments, and brass instruments, are just a few examples. There are many styles of music within classical music, including symphony, opera, choral works, chamber music, Gregorian chant, the madrigal, and the Mass.

Mr. Putter's neighbor, Mrs. Teaberry, decides that they should join a band, but finding the right one isn't as easy as it sounds - for them or their pets.

The Alden children are thrilled when a famous orchestra comes to their town to perform, and when an original Mozart score turns up missing, they solve the mystery of its disappearance.

Discusses the evolution of classical music, including the contributions of various cultures and composers. Brief biographical sketches of significant composers are included.

Introduces children to music history, profiling the musical instruments, styles, and traditions of cultures around the world.