Songs from the Baobab

Description

Author: Artistes varis

Edition: Illustrated

Format: Picture Book

Number Of Pages: 58

Release Date: 02-07-2012

Details: Review « This fabulous book and CD presents 29 African lullabies and nursery rhymes collected by Chantal Groslziat from a number of African countries. . . .Thisexcellent production will be a boon to units or programs on Africa as well as multicultural studies. » School Library Journal,STARRED REVIEW (February 1, 2012) »A powerful 29-song CD of African lullabies and rhymes, in 11 native languages. Accompanied by a hardcover storybook illustrated with soothing, artsy images. » www.Scholastic.com »This collection of lullabies and nursery rhymes from 10 countries was carefully chosen to broaden your little one’s musical horizon’s and lull her into a sound slumber filled with worldly dreams. » Pregnancy &Newborn Magazine (October 2012) Product Description This title introduces an original compilation of 29 songs that span 10 different countries such as the Ivory Coast, Rwanda and Senegal. Originating from Central and West Africa, these rythmical lullabies are sung in 11 different languages. The songs carry soothing rhymes with a variety of voices performed by men, women, and children. The lush and colorful illustrations add to the harmonious tone of the storybook while the music captivates with a melodic quality. Each lullaby tells a story or conveys a mood of the dialogue between mother and child. The rhymes and harmonies are accompanied by authenic instruments native to the region. The lyrics are sung in their respective languages and are translated in English. Each song is followed by a short description of the cultural history (origin) behind the song. The lyrics convey the nuturing quality and honor the traditions of the music. The original French version sold over 100,000 copies overseas. From the Back Cover Representing 11 languages originating from Central and West Africa and brought to life with lavish illustrations, this collection’s rhymes and lullabies soothe babies to sleep as the songs travel from one country and one language to another. Lyrics are reproduced in the original language and translated into English, followed by notes on the origin and cultural context of each song. The accompanying CD features 29 songs from 10 countries?including Rwanda, the Ivory Coast, and Senegal?each one unique in language and sound, recorded with indigenous instruments and exquisitely performed by women, men, and children. This delightful, enchanting production captures the staccato rhythm of the children?s rhymes and the poetry of the language as well as a sense of the heritage and tradition of each culture. About the Author Chantal Groslziat has devoted over three decades to researching how children are affected by music. As an educator and musician, she is also the writer of titles relating to this topic which include the award-winning CD collection Contes et berceuses (Stories and Lullabies), and the series, Bbs chasseurs des sons (Babies Are Sound Hunters).Elodie Nouhen honed her creative talent at the Ecole Suprieure d’arts graphiques Penninghen in Paris. She works now as an illustrator.

UPC: 884340719149

EAN: 9782923163796

Model: 9782923163796

Languages: English

Binding: Hardcover

Item Condition: New