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Tico & the Man’s Stories XVI: Sounds of Water

When Tico’s art of improvisation became better, Lady Fairy Gina made him a gift: a charming perch made from scented wood. Our hero was happy as he had been dreaming about a perch of the kind for a long period … Continue reading

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Tico & the Man’s Stories XV: Lady Gina’s Birthday

So longing performance finally took place. The Orchestra played exceptionally well, while Tico was so delighted and joyful that he sang surprisingly wonderful even for himself. There were moments when he did not recognize his voice, so strong and pleasant … Continue reading

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Tico & the Man’s Stories XIV: Frank’s Dream

‘Now, young man, I would not like to disappoint you, but I’m afraid you will have to strive for a while. A pretty gourmandise is not good for an outstanding singer like you. Music demands temperance. Moderato, young man! Moderato!’ … Continue reading

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Tico & the Man’s Stories XIII: Tico’s Adagio

One day the fairy children invited Tico to visit their place in the music fairy land. Our hero was very anxious as he was afraid not to return back. ‘Take it easy, my friend!’ Frank encouraged him. ‘All of us … Continue reading

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Tico & the Man’s Stories XII: Tico & Clefs

Tico’s illness made him friends with little fairies of music, and they loved him back. When our hero was finally recovered, their lessons, – this time they were serious, informative and practical, – began. Sharp, Flat and Natural were incredible … Continue reading

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Tico & the Man’s Stories XI: Tico Gets Ill

The weather was getting worse, the ship was rolling stronger, so the waves washed the board with poor Tico completely wet. He was shivering and so cold that he could not move, while the sound of his voice was deadened … Continue reading

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Tico & the Man’s Stories X: Tico Meets Sharp, Flat & Natural

‘Today I would like to introduce you three little music fairies, dear Tico. They are my nephews, three brothers, guardians of music tones who will explain you some secrets,’ Fairy Lady Gina announced to our feathery singer during one of … Continue reading

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Tico & the Man’s Stories IX: Tico in G Minor

A change did not keep him waiting. The next scale was named G Minor. ‘This is G Minor scale, dear Tico. Look at the sign and remember it well not to mix up with G Major. In fact, examine the … Continue reading

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Tico & the Man’s Stories VIII: Tico in G Major

When Tico made a good progress in the human language, Frank became teaching him the theory of music. ‘Practice is good but it is never enough. Music is alive, it breathes. So, a good musician must know to move its … Continue reading

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Tico & the Man’s Stories VII: Mr. Tucchini’s Scores

First performances of “The Constellation Orchestra” were held without Tico. He was an impatient spectator cheering his team behind the stage. Our hero was very delighted to be together with others but he got scared when he was carried out … Continue reading

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