Free half-hour session in which the Austin Camerata string quartet plays live classical pieces to accompany a children's book read at BookPeople.
Austin Camerata brings a live string quartet into BookPeople on Saturday, November 21, for a musical storytime. It's part of a series they run every other month on a Saturday morning, and this one takes place at the BookKids amphitheater inside the bookstore at 603 N Lamar Blvd.
The format is simple: a reader shares a children's book while the quartet provides a live soundtrack that follows the story. They pair classical pieces with specific books—Grieg's In the Hall of the Mountain King goes with Shhh! We Have a Plan, and Vivaldi's Spring accompanies The Very Hungry Caterpillar. The idea is to show kids and adults the joy of classical music in a playful, approachable setting rather than a formal concert hall.
Every week we pick 🏆 the 5 best 🏆 things to do in Austin and send them to your inbox. Just one weekly email, no spam.
By submitting your email, you accept our Privacy Policy
The session runs for half an hour and sits alongside the bookstore's regular children's storytimes, which happen every Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday at 10:30 AM. This particular one is free for families, though they ask for an RSVP and accept donations. It runs from 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM.
