Sergei Prokofiev was a famous Russian composer, pianist, and conductor. He started writing music when he was just five years old and quickly became known as a musical genius.

Prokofiev wrote all kinds of music — for orchestras, pianos, ballets, and even films — but he always liked to try new and surprising sounds. Sometimes, his music was bold and exciting; other times, it was soft and beautiful.

One of his most famous pieces is “Peter and the Wolf” — a story told through music. Each character in the story is represented by a different instrument, like the bird played by a flute and the wolf played by French horns. It helps children learn about instruments while enjoying an exciting tale!

Prokofiev also wrote music for ballets like “Romeo and Juliet” — you might recognise the dramatic “Dance of the Knights” theme, often used in films and TV shows.

Even though he lived through tough times, including wars and government control in the Soviet Union, Prokofiev kept creating music that was bold, clever, and full of imagination.