Trombone Shorty
(Hardback)
Publishing Details
Trombone Shorty
By (Author) Troy Andrews
Illustrated by Bryan Collier
Abrams
Abrams Books for Young Readers
1st April 2015
United States
Classifications
Children
Non Fiction
Childrens / Teenage fiction: True stories told as fiction
788.93092
Winner of Official National Summer Learning Day Book 2018 (United States)
Physical Properties
Hardback
40
Width 262mm, Height 260mm, Spine 20mm
450g
Description
A 2016 Caldecott Honor Book and Coretta Scott King (Illustrator) Award Winner Hailing from the Trem\u00e9 neighborhood in New Orleans, Troy "Trombone Shorty" Andrews got his nickname by wielding a trombone twice as long as he was high. A prodigy, he was leading his own band by age six, and today this Grammy-nominated artist headlines the legendary New Orleans Jazz Fest. Along with esteemed illustrator Bryan Collier, Andrews has created a lively picture book autobiography about how he followed his dream of becoming a musician, despite the odds, until he reached international stardom. Trombone Shorty is a celebration of the rich cultural history of New Orleans and the power of music.
Reviews
STARRED REVIEW
"If a fairy tale were set in New Orleans, this is how it would read."-- "Publishers Weekly" (2/9/2015 12:00:00 AM)
STARRED REVIEW
"This well-told and exquisitely illustrated story of a musician with a steep career trajectory will inspire young readers to pursue their passions, despite the challenges."-- "Kirkus Reviews" (2/1/2015 12:00:00 AM)
Author Bio
Troy "Trombone Shorty" Andrews is an internationally renowned trombone and trumpet player who leads his band Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue. He lives in New Orleans. Bryan Collier is an acclaimed illustrator who has won three Caldecott Honors and five Coretta Scott King Awards. He lives in Upstate New York.
