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By Julie Andrews

By Emma Walton Hamilton

Illustrated by Chiara Fedele

A stunning new picture book from beloved icon Julie Andrews and her daughter, Emma Walton Hamilton, that introduces readers to the remarkable story of the development of written music, and speaks to the beauty of music and the power of perseverance. Featuring the illustrated lyrics to Do-Re-Mi and an authors note about Julie Andrewss connection to the classic Rodgers & Hammerstein song!

Centuriesago,a young Italian monk named Guido longed to find a way to write and teach music. Eventually, he created the musical scale, using the words Do-Re-Mi-Fa-Sol-La-Ti-Doone syllable for each note. Though the other monks thought it was a waste of time, Guido’s music couldn’t be silenced. His discovery remains thefoundation for learning music today, and inspired the famous songDo-Re-Mi, whichJulie Andrews sang in the beloved movieThe Sound of Music.

This richly illustrated picture book from beloved icon Julie Andrews and her daughter, bestselling author Emma Walton Hamilton, introduces readers to the remarkable story of Guido dArezzos development of musical notation.In addition to the lyrics of “Do-Re-Mi” illustrated in full color, the backmatter includes an authors note, extensive historical notes, and a glossary.