Ever since its premiere just over a century ago, The Mikado has consistently held the stages as one of the world's best-loved comic operas.
The story, retold by Kenneth Lillington, tells how Nanki-Poo, son of the Mikado,overcomes all opposition to marry his sweetheart Yum-Yum. On the way he encounters such unforgettable characters as Ko-Ko, the timid tailor unexpectedly promoted to the rank of Lord High Executioner, and Pooh-Bah, Lord HighEverything Else, who is so proud that he refuses to lift a finger - except on payment of a small fee...
This exquisitely illustrated Easy Piano Picture Book incorporates easy-to-play versions of the most famous songs fromtheshow including Three Little Maids from School, The Moon and I and Tit-Willow.
It will delight Gilbert and Sullivan fans of all ages.
- ISBN: 9780571100859 (0571100856)
