Double Bass Blues

<b>A Caldecott Honor Book! A joyous celebration of family community and the unifying power of music perfect for fans of <i>Last Stop on Market Street</i>.</b> <p/>Nic is an aspiring musician whose life spans two different worlds--his suburban school where he wows his friends in orchestra and the busy city streets of his home where he's jostled by the crowd. Nic makes his way home from a busy day at school with a double bass on his back the symphony of his surroundings in his heart and a sweet surprise for the reader at the end of his journey. This is a sweet melodious picture book about how dedication music and family can overcome any obstacle.