02117cam a2200349 i 4500 616336805 TxAuBib 20230329120000.0 221024s2022||||||||||||||||||||||||eng|u bl2022034658 9781536213638 SAL 17.99 1536213632 SAL 17.99 TxAuBib rda Ignatow, Amy, author. Symphony for a broken orchestra [BOOK] : how Philadelphia collected sounds to save music / Amy Ignatow ; illustrated by Gwen Millward. Symphony for a broken orchestra. Somerville, Massachusetts : Walker Books, 2022. 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 25 x 28 cm. txt rdacontent n rdamedia nc rdacarrier sti rdacontent rdamedia rdacarrier The schools of Philadelphia were filling up with broken violins, drums, pianos, and more, making it difficult for students to learn to play. This sparked an idea for a symphony, played entirely with the broken instruments, that would raise funds to repair the instruments themselves. Musicians young and old volunteered, and their captivating performance showed that even something broken can sing--and that great music is always possible with a bit of inventiveness and improvisation. Based on real events, this inspiring story introduces young readers to a range of instruments as it celebrates a community coming together to make a joyful, meaningful noise. More information about the nonprofit organization Broken Orchestra can be found in the back matter, including a link to an audio recording of the symphony performance. Provided by publisher. 20230329. Music Juvenile literature. Performing arts Juvenile literature. Orchestra Juvenile literature. Philadelphia (Pa) Juvenile literature. Millward, Gwen, illustrator.