by Troy Andrews (Author), Bill Taylor (Author), Bryan Collier (Illustrator)
Take a tour of New Orleans with Grammy-nominated musician Troy Andrews and renowned illustrator Bryan Collier in this companion to the Caldecott Honor and Coretta Scott King Illustrator Award winner Trombone Shorty
After letting his band down by missing rehearsal, a boy called Shorty has some serious questions about what it means to be a leader. He hits the streets of New Orleans to find some answers and to soak up some inspiration. Along the way, he'll meet people who have their own special wisdom to share about being an artist, a leader, and a friend.
In
The 5 O'Clock Band, Troy "Trombone Shorty" Andrews has crafted an unforgettable love letter to New Orleans, illustrated by the incomparable Bryan Collier.
Author Biography
Troy "Trombone Shorty" Andrews is a Grammy-nominated and Heinz Award-winning musician who leads his band Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue. He lives in New Orleans. Bryan Collier is a renowned illustrator who has won four Caldecott Honors, three Coretta Scott King honors, and six Coretta Scott King Awards. He lives in Marlborough, New York.
Number of Pages: 40
Dimensions: 0.5 x 10.1 x 10 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: June 19, 2018
Accelerated Reader:
Quiz Name: 5 O'Clock Band
Interest Level: Lower Grades, K-3
Reading Level: 4.5
Point Value: 0.5
