Maximus Musicus is surprised when two strange mice pop out of a visiting conductor’s suitcase. Viva and Moto are excited having landed in Iceland, and when Maxi overhears a musician talking about a journey to the glaciers, they jump at the opportunity. Together, the mice enjoy days of adventure in the mountains, experiencing both nature and culture of Iceland.

The tales of Maximus Musicus, the musical mouse, are tremendously popular around the world, charming children and adults alike. The stories have been performed by symphony and chamber orchestras multiple times, in all corners of the world. The new story was commissioned by the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra in collaboration with the Iceland Symphony Orchestra and was premiered in the Walt Disney Concert Hall in spring 2017.

The book includes audio-files telling the story with animated sound effects and The Icelandic Symphony Orchestra plays the passages of music it includes.

• Nominated for the European YAMaward, Young Audiences Music Awards for “Best Large Ensemble for Young Children”