Music and Silence

In Music and Silence, Christy Mihaly tells the remarkable story of Pablo Casals, a musician whose art became an act of conscience and courage. With strikingly bold and vibrant illustrations by Mariona Cabassa, the book celebrates a man who laid down his cello for the love of his people.

Protest and Witness

Casals was a brilliant young cellist, yet when the Spanish Civil War and World War II left his homeland under the rule of a dictator, he chose to remain silent rather than perform under oppression. This book shows children that music is not only a form of beauty and expression but also a powerful vehicle for protest and witness. It reveals how one person’s creative act can resonate far beyond the stage, inspiring others and leaving a lasting impact on the world.

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