The Story Orchestra: I Can Play: The Nutcracker (Sound Book)

From the The Story Orchestra series, a beautifully illustrated first piano sound book! Press the keys to learn 8 famous classical tunes from The Nutcracker as you follow the story. While other books in the series play famous pieces of classical music, in this new Story Orchestra format, young readers can now play the tunes themselves! Colour and shape codes correspond to the 14 keys, so kids can learn easy 8-bar, one-finger melodies, so even the youngest child can learn to play music with this simple method. For best results, playing readers the original piece first is recommended so children can familiarise themselves with the pacing of the tune.

 Each song includes an enchanting illustration and description of the part of the story that the music is telling, along with playing tips. All the favourite characters from The Nutcracker story are there to encourage young musicians as they play their first notes with the sound of a piano.  I Can Play: The NutcrackerGrandfather’s DanceClara’s DreamWaltz of the SnowflakesRussian DanceDance of the Reed FlutesWaltz of the FlowersDance of the Sugar Plum FairyFinaleReaders should press firmly on the pages to activate the keys, encouraging them to explore the possibilities of making music!

How much is home delivery?

• Standard Tracked - FREE for orders over £50  (£4.95 for orders under £40)
• Next Working Day delivery via DPD (UK mainland only)  - £6.95 orders must be placed before 2pm.
• International Delivery - the delivery charge will be calculated in the basket based on the weight of the order.

Standard Tracked are delivered using Royal Mail. 

When will I get my order?

• We aim for orders, that are placed before 2pm, are dispatched the same day Monday - Friday, during peak periods this may be slower. For priority processing select Express.
• Orders placed after 2pm will be dispatched the following day .
• Orders placed after 2pm on a Friday will be dispatched the following Monday.
• Orders for Next Working Day delivery via DPD must be placed before 2pm. 
• International orders will be dispatched as above, delivery times will vary dependent on destination.