Troy andrews born january 2, 1986, also known by the stage name trombone shorty, is an. A 2016 caldecott honor book and coretta scott king illustrator award winner hailing from the treme neighborhood in new orleans, troy trombone shorty andrews got his nickname by wielding a trombone twice as long as he was high. Trombone shorty, by troy trombone shorty andrews illustrated by caldecott honor winner bryan collier. Trombone shorty is a celebration of the rich cultural history of new orleans and the power of music. The book was named one of four caldecott honor books, awarded to the most distinguished american picture books for children. Hailing from the treme neighborhood in new orleans, troy trombone. A generous woman is rewarded by her community in this remarkable authorillustrator debut thats perfect for the thanksgiving season, perfect for fans of last stop on market street. As a young boy, troy trombone shorty andrews spent his time like most children do, playing with friends and family. Children will make an immediate connection with trombone shortys autobiography. This book tells the story of how new orleans icon, trombone shorty, got his name and go this start playing music. But unlike many children, he always had a trombone in his hand. Troy trombone shorty andrews is an internationally renowned trombone and trumpet player who leads his band trombone shorty and orleans avenue.
My respect for music and having a son that plays trombone, lead me to read this book. He grew up in a wellknow musical family and got his first trombone when he was four. That bit of beautiful new orleans soullaveau dirge no. A prodigy, he was leading his own band by age six, and today this grammynominated artist headlines the. Growing up in the 90s, in the treme neighborhood of new orleans, troy was surrounded by music. Hey troy, your mamas calling you and where y at by the new orleans social club burgundyhoney darling 2006. Included are multiple activities appropriate for grades. Trombone shorty by troy andrews, illustrated by bryan collier a 2016 caldecott honor book and coretta scott king award winner. Hailing from the treme neighborhood in new orleans, troy trombone shorty andrews got his nickname by wielding a trombone twice as.
Learn how trombone shorty started playing trombone and got his nickname. Trombone shorty by troy andrews, bryan collier, hardcover. Since reading this juvenile book i have done more research into this man and the style of music referred to as. Trombone shorty by troy andrews, bryan collier 9781419714658. I think this book is a great, staple biography as it tells the story of someone so dear to our city. Parking lot symphony, debut album for blue note records, out now get your copy at. Print and download in pdf or midi trombone shorty medley. Trombone shorty book wins king award, caldecott honor.
I really enjoyed the repetition of the greeting where yat. Visit epic to watch trombone shorty and discover more amazing learning videos for kids. A testament to the power of music and the ability to follow your dreams. Troy andrews, aka trombone shorty, opens his book with this phrase, letting readers know that its new orleans parlance for hello. Collier has illustrated some books that i really love, like martins big words. The american library association yesterday bestowed two of the most soughtafter awards in publishing on the autobiographical picture book trombone shorty. A wonderful collection of activities that correlate with the book,trombone shorty.
Mardi gras trumpet trombone saxophone tuba gumbo style jazz heritage author io. Walter dean myers calls to life the deep, rich, and hopefilled history of harlem, this crucible of american culture. Use chicago public library and the museum of science and industrys favorite icebreakers, activity ideas, and websites to plan fun summer programming around trombone shorty. Live oak media firm, hailing from the treme neighborhood in new orleans, troy trombone shorty andrews got his nickname by wielding a trombone twice as long as he was high. Troy michael andrews trombone shorty was born in new orleans in 1986. A prodigy, he was leading his own band by age six, and today this grammynominated artist headlines the legendary new orleans jazz fest. This book is a lyrical, toetapping, playful, and adventurous look into the early life of musician troy andrews. Trombone shorty troy trombone shorty andrews where yat. In this stunning picture book autobiography, multiinstrumentalist and vocalist andrews shares the story of his early years growing up in the treme neighborhood of new orleans. Bryan collier is an acclaimed illustrator who has won three caldecott honors and five coretta scott king awards.
Story elementsbeginning middle endmain idea with details multiple activitieswho what when where why howillustrating and describing the. Trombone shorty wrote this book to encourage others to follow their dreams. Review of trombone shorty by trombone shorty troy andrews. Illustrator bryan collier also won the corretta scott king illustrator award. I loved the illustrations and i love the way it discussed our culture. Andrews got his nickname by wielding a trombone twice as long as he was high. A grammynominated headliner for the new orleans jazz fest describes his childhood in tremae and how he came to be a bandleader by age six. Trombone shorty is a picture book and autobiography of how troy andrews was inspired to become a musician. Hailing from the treme neighborhood in new orleans, troy trombone shorty andrews got his nickname by wielding a trombone twice as long as he was high. To share with the readers what it was like growing up in new orleans. Jun 17, 2015 hailing from the treme neighborhood in new orleans, troy trombone shorty andrews got his nickname by wielding a trombone twice as long as he was high.
Andrews performed on where yat as part of the sixth ward allstar brass band revue featuring charles neville of the. Read the book to find out how troy gets the nickname trombone shorty. Troy describes how the influence of new orleans, where he grew up, was his inspiration to become a musician. Trombone shorty video discover fun and educational videos. Trombone shorty kindle edition by andrews, troy, collier, bryan. Trombone shorty by troy andrews, illustrated by bryan collier. With delightful illustrations and fun, musical prose, trombone shorty not only shows the rise of a living jazz legend but also gives a glimpse into the life and soul of new orleans. Trombone shorty medley sheet music download free in pdf.
Trombone shorty kindle edition by andrews, troy, collier. We have our own way of living down here in new orleans, and our own way of talking, too. 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. A picture book biography about troy andrews, aka trombone shorty, a name he earned from toting around a trombone twice as long as he was high. A 2016 caldecott honor book and coretta scott king illustrator award winner hailing from the treme neighborhood in new orleans, troy. Illustrated by bryan collier, written by troy trombone shorty andrews and bill taylor, and published by abrams books for young readers, an imprint of abrams winner blurb. Its great for preschool through at least fourth grade. Apr 14, 2015 trombone shorty by troy trombone shorty andrews and illustrated by bryan collier was a caldecott honor book this year.
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