Leonard Bernstein earned glory as a composer, conductor, and pianist (classical and jazz), but nothing gave him more pleasure than the joy of teaching. He presented the unique blend of spoken words and music. He is an intensely interactive teacher, getting his audience to sing, springing a quiz full of trick questions. He can take the most abstruse subject and present them to a young audience with clarity, without condescension, and with a clear sense...

Presents an introduction for children to the world of classical music through fictional adaptations of various musical works. The first selection tells the story of a spoiled American cat who learns a valuable lesson in Paris, France. The second tale concerns a poor cowgirl who yearns to attend a Saturday night hoedown. Features a complete performance of George Gershwin's symphonic poem, An American in Paris and Aaron Copland's score for the ballet,...