Magic and Whimsy Series: Symphony City

If you liked the book The Conductor, featured in this Magic and Whimsy Series a few weeks ago, then I think you will like Amy Martin's picture book Symphony City. 

This is Martin's first book, and it is lovely and quirky at the same time. For sophisticated dance teaching artists working with students in 3rd-5th grades, check out this book.

Symphony City is composed of sparse, poetic verse and gorgeous artwork of a girl in a city and the "music" that surrounds her. The text refers to the music of the city – literal music and also the music made by our world. 

I think that this book will be a great springboard for a class dance with many layers to it. Use the book for inspiration for your music choices, use of color with costumes and props, and let the text lead the way for movement ideas. I encourage you to use the actual text, with a live narrator or recorded voice.