{"title":"The Story Orchestra","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"the-story-orchestra-collection-3-books-set-katy-flint-jessica-courtney-tickle-ages-3-7-hardback","title":"The Story Orchestra Collection 3 Books Set by Jessica Courtney-Tickle - Ages 3-7 - Hardback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitles in This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Story Orchestra: Swan Lake\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Story Orchestra: Carnival of the Animals\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Story Orchestra: The Magic Flute\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition: Brand New\u003cbr\u003e\nFormat: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\n\nPublisher: Frances Lincoln Children's Books\u003cbr\u003e\nAge Range: Ages 3-7 (Preschool-Grade 2)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIntroduce your little one to the magic of classical music with The Story Orchestra 3-Book Collection Set, written by Katy Flint and illustrated by Jessica Courtney-Tickle. Bundling Swan Lake, Carnival of the Animals, and The Magic Flute, this hardback set retells famous ballets and operas as illustrated picture books, complete with press-button sound clips of real orchestral music. Designed for ages 3-7, it turns listening into an interactive adventure, blending storytelling, art, and sound so young children can see, hear, and feel classical music together on every single page of the story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Story Orchestra series has become a favorite way for young children to discover classical music, and this three-book collection gathers three of its most beloved titles into one giftable set. Each hardback book pairs a beautifully illustrated retelling of a famous ballet or opera with ten press-button sound clips, so children can hear the actual orchestral excerpts as the story unfolds on the page. In Swan Lake, readers follow Prince Siegfried on his twenty-first birthday as he encounters an enchanted swan princess and battles a wicked sorcerer, all set to excerpts from Tchaikovsky's score. Carnival of the Animals invites two curious brothers through a hidden animal kingdom filled with a regal lion, a wandering tortoise, lumbering elephants, and shimmering fish, brought to life with music from Saint-Saëns' famous suite. The Magic Flute continues the series' signature formula, introducing Mozart's celebrated opera through vivid illustration and interactive orchestral sound. Together, the three books help children build early listening skills, connect emotion to melody, recognize different instruments, and follow musical themes across a story. Backmatter in the series typically includes short composer biographies and simple explanations of musical terms, giving curious kids and grown-ups a gentle first music education alongside the storytelling. It's a sensory, hands-on way to build classical music appreciation well before formal music lessons begin, and the sturdy hardback format holds up beautifully to repeated read-alouds, story time at school, or quiet evenings snuggled up at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInteractive press-button sound clips bring real orchestral music to every spread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBundles three favorites — Swan Lake, Carnival of the Animals, The Magic Flute\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVivid illustrations by Jessica Courtney-Tickle bring each story to life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilds early listening skills and musical appreciation for ages 3-7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSturdy hardback format holds up to repeated reading and gift-giving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA thoughtful gift for birthdays, holidays, or a classroom library\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook-by-Book Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Story Orchestra: Swan Lake — Retells Tchaikovsky's ballet of Prince Siegfried and swan princess Odette, with sound clips from the score.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Story Orchestra: Carnival of the Animals — Follows two brothers through a hidden kingdom inspired by Saint-Saëns' playful suite.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Story Orchestra: The Magic Flute — Introduces Mozart's celebrated opera through illustrated scenes and interactive sound clips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nKaty Flint is an author, editor, and musician based in London who studied violin at the University of Southampton before moving into children's publishing, and she is best known as the author of the widely loved Story Orchestra series. Illustrator Jessica Courtney-Tickle studied Illustration and Animation at Kingston University, London, graduating in 2014, and brings a love of nature, pattern, and vintage picture-book style to every scene she creates. Together, the pair have built a series celebrated for making classical music feel accessible, visual, and genuinely fun for young children everywhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis set turns story time into a musical adventure, pairing enchanting illustrations with real orchestral sound clips kids can press again and again. It's a wonderful birthday or holiday gift, a lovely addition to a nursery or classroom library, and a gentle, joyful introduction to classical music that the whole family can enjoy together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Katy Flint","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56855921951094,"sku":"PLD18442","price":46.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/6587\/2211\/files\/the-story-orchestra-collection-katy-flint-hardback.jpg?v=1786027737"},{"product_id":"the-story-orchestra-3-books-collection-set-jessica-courtney-tickle-ages-3-7-hardback","title":"The Story Orchestra by Jessica Courtney-Tickle 3 Books Collection Set - Ages 3-7 - Hardback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitles in This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Story Orchestra: In the Hall of the Mountain King\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Story Orchestra: The Planets\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Story Orchestra: Peter and the Wolf\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition: Brand New\u003cbr\u003e\nFormat: Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\nPublisher: Frances Lincoln\u003cbr\u003e\nAge Range: Ages 3-7 (Preschool-Grade 2)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Story Orchestra collection by Jessica Courtney-Tickle brings three beloved orchestral works to life for young readers. Each hardcover book pairs a classic musical score with a gorgeously illustrated story and a press-button sound feature, letting children hear excerpts from Grieg, Holst, and Prokofiev as the tale unfolds. From a Nordic mountain adventure to a voyage through the planets and a walk in the woods with Peter and the wolf, this set introduces classical music through imaginative storytelling that sparks curiosity, listening skills, and a lifelong love of music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Story Orchestra series reimagines timeless classical compositions as vivid picture-book adventures, pairing Jessica Courtney-Tickle's richly colored illustrations with an embedded sound module that plays short musical excerpts at the press of a button. In In the Hall of the Mountain King, a boy wanders through a Nordic landscape inspired by Edvard Grieg's dramatic score, discovering trolls and mountains in a tale that mirrors the music's rising tension. The Planets follows two children on an imaginative rocket journey through the solar system, set to themes from Gustav Holst's orchestral suite. Peter and the Wolf retells Sergei Prokofiev's famous symphonic tale, where each character is represented by a different instrument, teaching children to recognize orchestral voices by ear. Together, the three books offer a multisensory introduction to classical music, geography, and storytelling, with sound buttons that turn picture-book time into active musical exploration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduces classical music by Grieg, Holst, and Prokofiev through interactive sound buttons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombines storytelling, art, and music for a true multisensory reading experience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilds early listening skills, vocabulary, and musical vocabulary in young children\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVivid, detailed illustrations encourage close looking and repeated readings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for bedtime stories, classroom read-alouds, or quiet family time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMakes a thoughtful birthday, holiday, or baby shower gift for music-loving families\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook-by-Book Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Story Orchestra: In the Hall of the Mountain King — A boy's journey through a Nordic landscape unfolds to Grieg's dramatic score, with buttons that play the music as the tension builds.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Story Orchestra: The Planets — Two children rocket through the solar system as Holst's orchestral suite brings each planet's distinct character to musical life.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Story Orchestra: Peter and the Wolf — Prokofiev's classic tale is retold with each character voiced by a different instrument, teaching children to identify orchestral sounds by ear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nJessica Courtney-Tickle is a British illustrator and author who graduated from Kingston University in 2014. Known for her richly detailed, nature-inspired artwork, she has become closely associated with The Story Orchestra series published by Frances Lincoln, where her illustrations bring classical music to life for young readers. Her work blends delicate linework with bold, vibrant color palettes, capturing both the whimsy and wonder of each story. Courtney-Tickle's books are designed to be shared and explored again and again, encouraging children to look closely at every page while listening to the accompanying music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis three-book set turns classical music into an adventure kids want to revisit again and again. 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