Howdy! Welcome to the Grand Ole Opry!: A Picture Book

(Hardback)

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Celebrating 100 years of the Grand Ole Opry, this vibrantly illustrated picture book for children is a behind-the-scenes look at the world-renowned stage for country music

Howdy! Im the home of country music. On my famous stage, history is made and stars are born. Do you like to sing and play an instrument Do you like to dance or make people laugh Well, this is the place to do it!

Get ready for your Grand Ole Opry debut in this showstopping picture book featuring the most famous stage in country music! After receiving your backstage pass, youll take a tour behind the scenes, spruce up your costume in the dressing room, and warm up with the band. And when the curtain starts to riseitll be time to start the show! And youre on center stage.

Filled with fun, dazzling illustrations and photos of celebrated performers from yesterday and today, this official picture book from the Grand Ole Opry will inspire all readers both young and old.

Also includes quotes from contemporary performers telling about their first time on the Opry stage!

Author Bio

The Grand Ole Opry features todays country music stars, superstars, and rising stars all on one stage, every week in Nashville, TennesseeMusic City, USA. Their world-famous show is where aspiring stars dream of playing and music lovers connect with their favorite artists up close at the Opry House. From the radio show that made it famous in 1925 to the cultural landmark and global phenomenon it is today, the Opry is countrys biggest stage. Susanna Chapman is an illustrator, muralist, and designer. Her illustrated picture books include Covered in Color: Christo and Jeanne-Claudes Fabrics of Freedom; Elizabeth Warrens Big, Bold Plans; The Girl Who Ran; and Ada and the Galaxies. She lives in Nashville, Tennessee.