
THOMAS TAPPER
—BAYARD TAYLOR. - PREFACE
BY THE SAME AUTHOR.
CHAPTER I. - WHAT THE FACE TELLS.
CHAPTER II. - WHY WE SHOULD STUDY MUSIC.
CHAPTER III. - MUSIC IN THE HEART.
CHAPTER IV. - THE TONES ABOUT US.
CHAPTER V. - LISTENING.
CHAPTER VI. - THINKING IN TONE.
CHAPTER VII. - WHAT WE SEE AND HEAR.
A warm, conversational guide invites adults to share the wonder of music with young listeners, treating the art as a living, joyful companion rather than a mere academic exercise. Drawing from gentle stories—such as a child’s quest for the “light” on her face—the book illustrates how sincere curiosity and heartfelt engagement awaken a child’s inner music, turning lessons into moments of shared discovery.
Each chapter offers clear talking points, anecdotes, and thoughtful reflections designed to help teachers and parents speak the language of melody, rhythm, and expression in ways that resonate with a child’s natural imagination. The author emphasizes that music should be presented as an expressive, dignified art that nurtures the heart, encouraging educators to let their knowledge be a guiding light rather than a heavy hammer.
Through modest, insightful dialogues, listeners will learn how to frame music as a source of beauty, joy, and personal growth, fostering a lasting love for the art that blossoms long after the first notes are heard.
Language
en
Duration
~2 hours (164K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2004-12-13
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1864–1958
A lively music educator and writer, he helped generations of young readers discover the lives of great composers. His books blended storytelling, teaching, and a deep love of music history.
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