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by Elizabeth Askren (Author), Daryna Kudenko (Drawings by), Anca Stefania Robu (Designed by)
MaestraMagic! presents: The Magic Flute is a children's opera comic that introduces young readers aged 4-12 to classical music through an engaging, easy-to-follow graphic story inspired by Mozart's beloved opera.
Written and adapted by internationally acclaimed conductor Elizabeth Askren, this illustrated children's book transforms The Magic Flute into a heartwarming adventure for kids, filled with humor, imagination, and memorable characters. Young readers follow Prince Tamino and his friends on a journey of self-discovery, learning about confidence and courage, keeping promises, and overcoming challenges.
This interactive graphic novel includes QR codes that let children listen to musical excerpts from the opera as they read. By blending visual storytelling with music, the book creates an immersive experience that makes classical music accessible, engaging, and exciting for young readers.
An ideal read-aloud music book, The Magic Flute is well-suited for families, classrooms, libraries, homeschool programs, and arts education settings. Parents, teachers, and music educators value it as a tool for children's music education, offering a welcoming introduction to opera for young readers through visual storytelling and sound.
