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By Kristen · 7 posts · 106 views
By Kristen · 7 posts · 106 views
last updated Dec 11, 2015 07:20AM
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After reading this amazing story I'm sorry I missed the chance to hear Trombone Shorty when he was performing at The Georgia Theater last month. This book has so much going for it-a story of persistence and determination by a young boy, a sampling of the culture and energy of New Orleans, and a beautiful example of "paying it forward." I loved reading about the young boys making their own instruments to form their band - and of the supportive people around them who nurtured their young dreams. T
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I am not usually a fan of books with a historical biographical background, but this is beyond that. Add to the autobiographical piece, a well written story line which is humble and inspiring. Though I rarely donate causes such as the one in this book, I was on board. I love the cause, the reason for inspiration and the hope provided within this story. I would have loved to see the original band with their ragtag instruments learning how to make music like gumbo. An excellent addition to the coll
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Wow! The illustrations in this book were amazing and so was the story.
Love this book. Good story.
Oct 28, 2015
Melissa
rated it
it was amazing
Shelves:
diversity-represented,
non-fiction,
children-s-books,
5th,
2nd,
4th,
3rd,
biography,
non-majority-culture,
african-american
Fun, lively readable and inspiring. Told in artist's relatable voice. Great backmatter and photographs.
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Aug 25, 2015
Kristen
marked it as to-read
Oct 21, 2015
Valentina
marked it as to-read
Feb 11, 2016
Taliah
marked it as to-read
