Celebrating Children

Track Listings

1. We Are Your Children

2. -New Dog

3. - Good Luck Gold

4. - Celebrate the Children

5. - Go See Swainson

6. - Wishes

7. - Wings of Hope

8. - Silent Dreams

9. - Baby Sister Blues

10. -The Roadside Fire

11. -20: Orchestrations of the 10 Songs for Sing-Along

Editorial Reviews
Erin Anderson
"My daughter Soren will not listen to any CD other than "Celebrating Children"- I can even sing the songs by now!"

Product Description
Celebrating Children is the follow-up album to "It's Holiday Time" and again was composed by Barbara Klaskin Harris for students to sing in school shows. Many of the songs on "Celebrating Children" were set to poetry written by the fathers of the choir members. Two of the songs were set to poetry by Mary Idella Coleman who directs the Headstart School Programs for L.A. County. The songs on this album celebrate the dreams and experiences of children.

Celebrating Children

Celebrating Children,Mrs.Music,Action Music,A sweet and fun collection of songs sung by children for other children themed around the thoughts and dreams of childhood.,Childrens

Tracks:

Main Title
End Titles
Yakisoba
Punk Rock Hero
Through The Night
Surfing Samba
Fanfare/Theme
France
Sweden
Arsenal Dance Mix
Main Title
Wheelchair Racers
Pueblo
Lituus
Fireworks
End Titles
Deseo
Shanghai
Trembling Before G-d
Filming
Shabbos Noir
Chippy Charm
Vocal Phase
Shaolin Spirit
Main Title
Sekhel (Vocal Version)
Protocols Of Zion
Indonesia

Customer Reviews:

A good overview of Zorn's soundtrack compositions........2005-10-24

Over the past twenty years or so, John Zorn has built up an enormous library of composition for film, released on sixteen CDs (cleverly titled "Filmworks I", "Filmworks II", and so on...) on his Tzadik record label. For a neophyte, this can be a bit much to tackle, as such, this album, "Filmworks Anthology: 20 Years of Soundtrack Music" has been released to provide an overview of Zorn's soundtrack composition.

As an overview of Zorn's work, this succeeds well. It also appears that another goal was to represent every volume, as at least one piece is drawn from each (volumes VI and VIII get two cuts, I and XII get three, and III and VII get four). Just about everything in Zorn's diverse catalog of film soundtracks is covered-- movies, documentaries, pornography, cartoons and commercials (certainly none I've seen!) are all represented with a suitably diverse array of pieces, from gamelan to string trios to surf rock, Zorn pretty much covers a wide array of sounds and moods-- if nothing else, the diversity of these 28 tracks is a testament to his vast skills to compose in virtually any environment. I could make a few arguments about what cuts I would have picked, but by-and-large, the compilation is a rather good and thorough overview, and the cast of performers is immense, with virtually all key players in the downtown scene involved to some extent or another.

Another notable point about this release is the artwork-- packed in a digipack with a pair of photos of Zorn (one from '86, one from '05) and stills from the various pieces littered throughout the liner notes, it certainly looks great. And speaking of the liner notes, Zorn offers a superb essay on film soundtrack composition and appreciations by musicians Marc Ribot, Anthony Coleman, Jamie Saft and Cyro Baptista (all of whom appear to some extent or another on the music) are included.

I've got currently about half of the filmworks series and I found value in this overview. Several of the individual pieces hold together far better than this recording does, but it certainly does a great job providing an impression of Zorn's diverse film scoring career.

Curious about Zorn?.......2005-10-23

Considering myself a casual fan of John Zorn I have been at times either annoyingly put off or enthusiastically engaged with the diversity of his music. Admittedly, It can be daunting for a Zorn novice to find a suitable entry point in which to begin navigating through the extremities of his musical output. This new collection, which pulls material from the sixteen releases (thus far) of his FILMWORKS series, is everything the curious could want in a well-rounded introduction.

The selections chosen for this disc make for an exhilarating listening experience from start to finish as the focus jumps from one musical genre to the next, from cartoon scores to punk rock to jazz and surf music. Most selections early on clock in at under 4 minutes, with many others zipping by under just one. All these various styles meld together so effortlessly that it's impressive it all comes from a single creative mind.

The packaging is also deserving of mention, as the CD is housed in a fold-out digipack case with two booklets attached inside. In one of these booklets Zorn describes his methods and self-imposed rules in creating music for film (as well as for dealing with snoopy film directors). The other booklet features short essays by a few of Zorn's collaborators on what the creative sessions were like. There are also many photos from the films the music accompanies. (So far the only films I've seen with Zorn's scores are "Trembling Before G-D" and "Protocols of Zion".)

Favorite tracks: "Surfing Samba", "Arsenal Dance Mix", "Shanghai", "Main Title (Invitation to a Suicide)"
Final Rating: 4.5 out of 5.

Adore Him: Children's Scripture Memory Songs Celebrating 12 Names of Jesus

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Adore Him: Children's Scripture Memory Songs Celebrating 12 Names of Jesus
Various Artists
Manufacturer: Family Life
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

General | Jazz | Styles | Music

General | Soundtracks | Styles | Music
ASIN: B000ELTIH6

Product Description

12 Scripture-memory songs celebrating the names of Jesus

Music Behind the Magic-50 Songs Celebrating 50 Yea

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Music Behind the Magic-50 Songs Celebrating 50 Yea

ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

General | Children's Music | Styles | Music
ASIN: B000KP63GU
Release Date: 2006-12-05

Album Description

Two CD set celebrating the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney Records. This 50 track compilation features favorite songs from Disney films, television shows and theme parks going as far back as 1933's 'Who's Afraid Of The Big Bad Wolf' and bringing you up to date with 'Find Yourself' from the motion picture Cars. Includes 'When You Wish Upon A Star', 'Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah', 'Mickey Mouse March', You've Got A Friend In Me', 'Cruella de Vil', 'It's A Small World', 'Be Our Guest', 'Grim Grinning Ghosts', 'Hakuna Matata', 'Colors Of The Wind', 'Yo Ho (A Pirate's Life For Me)' and many more.

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Make a Circle Like the Sun

Manufacturer: String of Pearls Music
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

General | Children's Music | Styles | Music
ASIN: B000CAFWS8
Release Date: 2001-08-28

Tracks:

Song Of Life
Rhymin' Time
Five Little Monkeys
Won't You Be My Valentine
Mi Cuerpo
Red Yellow Orange And Brown
Save Some Trees
There's A Dog In The School
Little Caterpillar
The 1-2-3's (English/French/Spanish/Swahili)
Las Hormiguitas (The Little Ants)
Everybody Started Out Small
Little Rabbit & Red Bird
Gentle Hands
Make A Circle Like The Sun
Mother Goose Rhythm & Rhyme
Monster Day
Rainbow 'Round Me
Rockin' Robin

Pinata! & More! Bilingual Songs for Children

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Pinata! & More! Bilingual Songs for Children
Sarah Barchas
Manufacturer: HIGH HAVEN MUSIC
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

General | Children's Music | Styles | Music
ASIN: B000CAFGFC
Release Date: 2004-11-30

Tracks:

Pinata!
De Colores
All the Colors
16th of September
Cinco de Mayo
Mananitas
Es el Dia de Dar Gracias
It's the Day of Thanksgiving
Oh How Delicious Are Hot Tamales
Arco Iris
Hispanic Americans
In Spanish, En Espanol
Mi Granja (My Farm)
Red Bird
Pajaro Rojo
Los Pollitos/Little Chicks
Mariposa
Leamos! Let's Read!
Languages We Speak
It's Fun to Be Bilingual

Celebrating Miracles Through the Eyes of a Child

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Celebrating Miracles Through the Eyes of a Child

Manufacturer: Children's Miracle Network
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD
ASIN: B0006VD5UK

Product Description

Seven songs.

Average customer rating:

Very Timely
Definitely A Hit!

Roz's Story World
Roz Davidson
Manufacturer: Talk-A-Tale Productions
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

General | Children's Music | Styles | Music

General | Children's Music | Indie Music | Stores | Music
ASIN: B000089SGR
Release Date: 2002-10-21

Tracks:

Butterfly-Talking-Blues
Cool Sue
Bully-Bully-Rap
The Little Mud Puddle
Just My Cal
Lesters' Lesson
Hi-Rise

Customer Reviews:

Very Timely.......2003-02-26

Roz's Story World, performed by Roz Davidson is extremely timely as she gets into the mind of the children. From my aspect as a child care professional and parent that is the most important quality of the CD. It sounds like she is right down there on their level. She relates so beautifully to the kids.

Definitely A Hit!.......2003-02-25

This CD/24 page booklet ROCKS! Roz Davidson, the writer/performer,
handles subjects kids definitely need to know about, such as:
BULLYING, CELEBRATING OUR CULTURAL DIFFERENCES, LIKING OURSELVES
FOR WHO WE ARE, LOVING OUR PETS, LIBRARY BOOK RESPONSIBILITY, and
a wonderful story about A MUD PUDDLE THAT GREW!
Roz's Rap, "The BULLY-BULLY-RAP" is not only important for kids to
hear, it should be played on every radio station that cares about
kids, in every elementary school, day care centers, and, yes, libraries too. This is a special kind of an interactive CD with sound effects that draw you in, so that you can read along, as well as help out with the sound effects in the "choruses."
Hope Roz comes out with another CD soon -- maybe Raps next time?
"Roz's Story world" should win many awards!

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"Y2H" Year to Hope
Various Artists
Manufacturer: Sounds of Hope, Ltd.
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

General | Children's Music | Styles | Music

General | Children's Music | Indie Music | Stores | Music

International Folk | International | Indie Music | Stores | Music
ASIN: B0000DCY6P
Release Date: 2000-12-10

Tracks:

HELLOS (All)
DANCING IN THE STREET (USA)
ANITA (Tanzania)
DERE GELIYOR (Turkey)
GAELIC MOUTH MUSIC - PUIRT A BEUL (Scotland)
PEACE TRAIN (USA)
TONGA NY HAVAN-TIANA E! (Madagascar)
TSY TONTA (Madagascar)
MANDIHIZA (Madagascar)
JUST KEEP GOIN ON (USA)
DORMI DORMI (Italy)
ZAMANI SAMBO (Madagascar)
FATOU YO (Senegal)
REGALITO DE AMOR (Guatemala)
SEN KIMIN CANISIN (Turkey)
TSIPILISY (Madagascar)
WIMOWEH (South Africa)
FLAT FOOT FLOOGIE & SING, SING, SING (USA)
THATS WHAT FRIENDS ARE FOR (USA)

Album Description

"Y2H" is a lively collection of traditional and popular songs recorded by children from Madagascar, Turkey, Guatemala, Italy, Czech Republic, Mexico, Costa Rica, and USA. With African, Middle Eastern, rock, swing, traditional, and popular music, this smart CD features songs that celebrate the cultures of the children, through their music, while conveying important messages about hope and respect. Created for listening by children and adults, the youthful voices are powerful and pleasing, with outstanding musicians providing accompaniment. A "must" for the parent who wants to tune your child to world cultures. The album comes out of Songs of Hope™, a project which joins children aged 10-12 from countries around the world. The children live together while developing a concert of songs, dances, percussion, and folk dress from all their countries and cultures. In 2000, the Songs of Hope children came from countries worldwide. They worked hard, helped each other, and! developed a special concert program full of energy, respect, and joy. The "Y2H" CD contains some of the best songs from their 2000 concert tour. We hope you like their music and their message!!