Rock Me Baby Records Children's Songs: A Collection of Childhood Favorites CD

Performed by vocalist Susie Tallman and a coterie of musical friends, these 38 songs blend a mix of instruments -- banjo, accordian, acoustic guitar, piano, maraca, organ, and more -- with warm, friendly vocals, hand-clapping, train whistles, even spoons, to produce a jubilant collection. Creative license is taken with certain songs to great effect, such as with "Pop Goes the Weasel" and "Say, Say, Oh Playmate, " making them fresh, quirky, and even cool; others are given more classic treatments, but always with a twist, such as the inspired use of accordian on the French classic "Alouette, " or the use of children's vocals on "Five Little Ducks." With a mix of styles including jazz, R&B, country, folk, classical, and rock, and songs from other countries (Ireland, England, Spain, France, and others), Tallman inventively educates and inspires kids about music, while providing just plain entertainment. Children's Songs: A Collection of Childhood Favorites CD