{"product_id":"trombone-shorty-hardcover","title":"Trombone Shorty: A Picture Book Biography - Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eTroy Andrews\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eBryan Collier\u003c\/b\u003e (Illustrator)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA Caldecott Honor Book illustrated by Bryan Collier, this picture book true story from Grammy Award nominee Troy \"Trombone Shorty\" Andrews is a \"well-told and exquisitely illustrated story of a musician with a steep career trajectory will inspire young readers to pursue their passions, despite the challenges.\" --\u003ci\u003eKirkus\u003c\/i\u003e (starred review)\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eCaldecott Honor Book * \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eCoretta Scott King Illustrator Award Winner\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \"Who's that playing out there?\" Bo Diddley asked the New Orleans crowd. It was a small child who'd been nicknamed \"Trombone Shorty\" because his trombone was twice as large as he was. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Trombone Shorty was lifted in the air and carried through the audience until he reached the stage with Bo Diddley. He has been onstage ever since. Hailing from the Tremé neighborhood of New Orleans, where music always floated in the air, Troy \"Trombone Shorty\" Andrews didn't always have the money to buy an instrument, but he did have the dream to play music. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e This is the story of how he made his dream take flight. It's a story that will entertain young readers and their parents and resonate with anyone who has had to overcome obstacles to fulfill their dream. It's sure to be a favorite with jazz and general music lovers, but its message is universal. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Today, Troy \"Trombone Shorty\" Andrews is a Grammy-nominated musician who tours the world with his band, Trombone Shorty \u0026amp; Orleans Avenue. He continues to inspire hope for the next generation in New Orleans and for music lovers everywhere. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e You and your children will love having Andrews share his story. Illustrator Bryan Collier brings to life this living legend's narrative with energy and style, making visible the swirling sounds of jazz.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTroy \"Trombone Shorty\" Andrews\u003c\/b\u003e is an internationally renowned trombone and trumpet player who leads his band Trombone Shorty \u0026amp; Orleans Avenue. He lives in New Orleans. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eBryan Collier\u003c\/b\u003e is an acclaimed illustrator who has won three Caldecott Honors and five Coretta Scott King Awards. His books include \u003ci\u003eMartin's Big Words, Music Is a Rainbow, \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eLove Is Loud.\u003c\/i\u003e He lives in Upstate New York.\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5 x 10 x 10.2 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e April 14, 2015\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAward:\u003c\/strong\u003e Parents Choice Awards (Spring) (2008-Up) (2015)\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAward:\u003c\/strong\u003e Orbis Pictus Award (2016)\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAward:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caldecott Medal (2016)\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \n                \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccelerated Reader:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \n                \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuiz Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trombone Shorty\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \n                \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterest Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lower Grades, K-3\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \n                \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReading Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.2\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \n                \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoint Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \n            ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42169750749319,"sku":"9781419714658","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/2623\/2711\/files\/3b18978183684eae420c016063207674.webp?v=1733343398","url":"https:\/\/booksby.splitshops.com\/products\/trombone-shorty-hardcover","provider":"Books by splitShops","version":"1.0","type":"link"}