Jean Colin — Mon Premier Livre de Chansons

Paris, Librairie Larousse, 1968 . Hardback. A scarce, early edition of this collection of music and lyrics by composer Jean Colin, colourfully illustrated by Hélène Poirié. Early edition, first published in 1962. Bound in the publisher's original bright pictorial boards. This collection features the music and lyrics intended for the use of a beginner, compiled by French composer, Jean Colin. There are thirty-three songs in this collection, including versions of the well-known 'Frere Jacques' and 'Au Clair de la Lune&apos. Beautifully illustrated throughout by artist Hélène Poirié.Including two records containing musical accompaniments to the songs, held in a pocket attached to the rear paste down. In the publisher's original bright pictorial boards. Externally, excellent, with light creasing and a touch of rubbing to the extremities. Internally, firmly bound. Pages bright and clean. Near Fine . Ill.: Hélène Poirié. Near Fine .