Mommy and Me: Playgroup Favorites

Editorial Reviews
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Parents spoiled by the "family music" phenom--those who have come to expect that the music they buy for their kids will appeal to them as well--will be disappointed in Mommy & Me's "Playgroup Favorites." However, the CD does have its strengths--Mommy & Me veterans and current attendees will be instantly prepared to sing along with the first two tracks, "Mommy & Me" and "Shake My Hand," and the rest are no-brainers: graspably goofy renditions of "B-I-N-G-O" and the like. Suggested activities--moderate movement for some songs and aerobic cool-downs for others--make following the musical playgroup agenda at home a breeze, and the split-track format (the second half of the CD is an instrumental repeat of the first) keeps the floor-based fun going strong long after everybody has hugged themselves goodbye during "Take My Hand." --Tammy La Gorce

Tracks:

Mommy & Me
Shake My Hand (Hello Song)
If You're Happy And You Know It
Old MacDonald Had A Farm
Head, Shoulders, Knees And Toes
Row, Row, Row Your Boat
The Farmer In The Dell
The Mexican Hat Dance
Ta Ra Ra Boom De Ay
Ring Around The Rosie
London Bridge
Where Is Thumbkin
Twinkle Twinkle Little Star
Take My Hand (Goodbye Song)
Mommy & Me (Jazz version)
Take My Hand (Goodbye Song - Instrumental version featuring Tom Scott)
Take My Hand (Goodbye Song - Jazz Version)
- 31. Instrumental Versions Only

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More Playgroup Favorites piles on a second batch of predictable songs--nothing you won't find on any preschool compilation--the main difference being that they're sandwiched between a solid five tracks of Mommy & Me-specific songs. "Shake My Hand (Hello Song)" and "Take My Hand (Goodbye Song)," call to mind snuggly together time for moms and tots across the country, and this CD capitalizes on their lovey-dovey devotion to the weekly groups that make interacting (goofing around on the floor and clapping out simple rhythms together) mandatory. Nothing wrong with that--some parents will even salute themselves for extending the enriching environment to their living room rugs. But this kind of fun, can grow formulaic fast, despite the performers' best stabs at loopiness. --Tammy La Gorce

Customer Reviews:

Awful!.......2007-03-19

The writers have taken classic songs and added really poor quality lyrics:
Ride ride ride your bike
Down the busy street
Isn't it surprising
All the kangaroos you meet

Awful!

The song segments are terribly edited: the moms' mouths don't sync with the soundtrack at all. The cartoon segments are cheesy and poorly animated. The belching kangaroo only adds to the nausea I get when my wife plays this video.

To be fair, my daughter really enjoys it. But she also enjoys Sesame Street and Disney stuff. Don't waste your time.

Great CD!.......2006-03-24

My son has this one and the Playgroup Favorites, and he loves both (and has since he was an infant). The songs are catchy and not too annoying for the grown-ups. Really keeps him entertained! Highly recommend buying.

FANTASTIC CD!.......2004-02-21

My daughter, Emily and I are having the BEST time in the car since we've been listening to "Mommy and Me, More Playgroup Favorites." Now when we get in the car, Emily immediately yells out: "MOMMY ME!" which means, crank up the tunes mom! Once the CD starts playing, Emily recites all the words to the songs, which I was very surprised to hear. The original songs like "Mommy & Me," "Shake My Hand," and "Take My Hand," written by Marty Panzer, are quickly becoming cherished favorites in our family. Panzer has also written fresh new lyrics to classics like, "If You're Happy And You Know It," " Head Shoulders Knees and Toes," and "Row Row Row Your Boat," among others. It's shocking that this wonderful CD has replaced the Wiggles as my daughter's new favorite obsession! Even my husband hums the tunes to himself when we get in the car for a family outing. Thank you for bringing such wonderful music into our lives!

Stephanie Berk, mom of Emily, 21 months

Another wonderful album for bonding with young ones!.......2004-02-20

More Playgroup Favorites is another great album to play while spending bonding time with your baby and young ones! Check out the first album- Playgroup Favorites, too! Both feature sophisticated and modern arrangements of classic childhood tunes, produced by an award-winning team, including jazz versions of well-known favorites. Both CDs are PERFECT for playgroups, playdates, parties, and at-home fun. Not only is the music sensational, but parents cherish the time they spend with their young children, and they welcome tools like these CDs to help them make the most of the experience.

Average customer rating:

Keeps my toddler entertained!
Wonderful album for playgroups & parent-child fun!
Playgroup Favorites CDs Provide a Great Way to Bond
LOVE THIS CD!

Mommy and Me: Playgroup Favorites
Various Artists
Manufacturer: Concord Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

General | Jazz | Styles | Music

Jazz Fusion | Jazz | Styles | Music

Smooth Jazz | Jazz | Styles | Music

General | Children's Music | Styles | Music

Educational | Children's Music | Styles | Music

Sing-A-Longs | Children's Music | Styles | Music

General | Adult Contemporary | Pop | Styles | Music

Traditional Vocal Pop | Broadway & Vocalists | Styles | Music

4-for-3 Broadway & Vocalists | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music

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ASIN: B00012QMU4
Release Date: 2004-01-20

Tracks:

Mommy & Me
Shake My Hand (Hello Song)
A Sailor Went To Sea, Sea, Sea
B-I-N-G-O
The Wheels On The Bus
Skip To My Lou
She'll Be Coming 'Round The Mountain
The Grand Old Duke Of York
The William Tell Overture
I've Been Working On The Railroad
This Is The Way We Wash Our Hair
Itsy Bitsy Spider
Open/Close Them
Take My Hand (Goodbye Song)
Mommy & Me (Jazz Version)
Take My Hand (Goodbye Song - instrumental version featuring Tom =
Take My Hand (Goodbye Song - Jazz Version)

Amazon.com

Parents spoiled by the "family music" phenom--those who have come to expect that the music they buy for their kids will appeal to them as well--will be disappointed in Mommy & Me's "Playgroup Favorites." However, the CD does have its strengths--Mommy & Me veterans and current attendees will be instantly prepared to sing along with the first two tracks, "Mommy & Me" and "Shake My Hand," and the rest are no-brainers: graspably goofy renditions of "B-I-N-G-O" and the like. Suggested activities--moderate movement for some songs and aerobic cool-downs for others--make following the musical playgroup agenda at home a breeze, and the split-track format (the second half of the CD is an instrumental repeat of the first) keeps the floor-based fun going strong long after everybody has hugged themselves goodbye during "Take My Hand." --Tammy La Gorce

Customer Reviews:

Keeps my toddler entertained!.......2006-03-24

A good collection of classic songs. My son is 17 months old and has loved this (and the More Playgroup Favorites) since he was an infant. Highly recommend!

Wonderful album for playgroups & parent-child fun!.......2004-02-20

This album is amazing. I love the modern arrangements of classic childhood songs. This album is PERFECT for playgroups, playdates, parties, and just at-home fun. Not only is the music sensational, but it is a great tool for focused time between parent and child. Parents cherish the time they spend with their young children, and they welcome tools like these CDs to help them make the most of the experience. You should also check out More Playgroup Favorites- another great album from Mommy & Me.

Playgroup Favorites CDs Provide a Great Way to Bond.......2004-02-11

With parents' time at a premium these days, resources like Mommy & Me CDs and DVDs are very helpful.

These classic childhood songs were produced by a top songwriting-production team of Marty Panzer (Pocahontas II, The Lion King II) and Gregg Field (Now Dig This! A Vocal Celebration of Miles Davis, Earth). Both Mommy & Me CDs include 20-page activity guides with full lyrics, expert child development information and ideas for parents and kids to play and sing along with the music. These CDs provide a great way for parents and children to play and bond together - even when they can't get to the playgroup sessions.

Mommy & Me is a national playgroup phenomenon that has become an integral part of today's parenting experience. When parents think of playgroups, they think of Mommy & Me. Millions of parents and their children have attended more than 350,000 parent/child classes and playgroups on a weekly basis over the past 30 years. Mommy & Me has incorporated its breadth of real-life experience with parents and young children, and the expert advice of early childhood educators around the country, to create the Together Time music and videos. The Mommy & Me experience relies on music to keep the fun rolling. The songs and activities on Playgroup Favorites and More Playgroup Favorites are educational in the broadest sense, but the main benefit is enhanced communication and bonding between parents and children. Take a look at the mommyandme.com website, too, to locate playgroups in your area!

LOVE THIS CD!.......2004-02-07

My 2-year-old daughter, Emily, and I have the BEST time
while listening to the Mommy and Me Playgroup Favorites CD
going full blast!

The songs are fantastic! They are the classics,
like "Itsy Bitsy Spider," with a new fresh twist.

We especially love "The Grand Old Duke of York"
(with a fun fifties spin), "A Sailor Went to Sea, Sea, Sea,"
and of course "The Wheels on the Bus."

The new lyrics by Marty Panzer are whimsical, original,
and so much fun for moms and kids to enjoy together.

When we're in the car, my daughter actually cries when I turn the engine off, she just doesn't want the music to stop!

We're looking forward to hearing this CD for a long time to come!

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