Princess Lullaby Album

Editorial Reviews
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Disney's Princess Lullaby Album shines light on a key children's release from 2001: Jason Falkner's Bedtime with the Beatles collection. The arrangements here are dripping with keyboards and swathed in strings, but the simple formula--translating familiar melodies and mellowing the music to sweet, soporific levels--works well. And, to be fair, these aren't Beatles tunes. But the Disney songs are recognizable enough that the youngster in need of music as a sleep aid won't be, so to speak, in the dark. Even if films like Snow White, Beauty and the Beast, and, to a greater extent, Mulan, aren't known quantities, Fred Mollin's orchestrations are soothing. Yes, the set will seem monotonous to adult ears, but this can take a nice, mellow spot alongside Disney Babies Lullaby in the twilight rotation. --Andrew Bartlett

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Average customer rating:

A CD so soothing that even reviewing it makes me sleepy.

Perfect for your little princess!

Great for babies

A lovely collection

Soothing Sounds for Baby at Bed Time

Princess Lullaby Album
Fred Mollin , and Greg Diakun
Manufacturer: Disney
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00006IK09
Release Date: 2002-09-10

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Disney's Princess Lullaby Album shines light on a key children's release from 2001: Jason Falkner's Bedtime with the Beatles collection. The arrangements here are dripping with keyboards and swathed in strings, but the simple formula--translating familiar melodies and mellowing the music to sweet, soporific levels--works well. And, to be fair, these aren't Beatles tunes. But the Disney songs are recognizable enough that the youngster in need of music as a sleep aid won't be, so to speak, in the dark. Even if films like Snow White, Beauty and the Beast, and, to a greater extent, Mulan, aren't known quantities, Fred Mollin's orchestrations are soothing. Yes, the set will seem monotonous to adult ears, but this can take a nice, mellow spot alongside Disney Babies Lullaby in the twilight rotation. --Andrew Bartlett

Customer Reviews:

A CD so soothing that even reviewing it makes me sleepy........2006-03-31

This CD has been my daughters' main bedtime music for three years now. They haven't gotten sick of it yet and surprisingly enough either have my husband or I. The music itself is kind of Disney classics meet Muzak with a slight jazzy twist. The melodies to the songs are recognizable in these keyboard and string heavy renditions, but different enough that you might find yourself wondering, "Which movie is this from" from time to time. It's a nice bridge for kids to appreciate less-commercial music. It's what I call Disney Lite - familiar and comforting for those Disney fans and palatable for those who, foolishly, are not. The CD is a great tool to mellow down and drift into sleep for the little ones. It also holds an element of fantasy and whimsy that is sure to swath little princess in comfort before sending them into happy dreams.

Perfect for your little princess!.......2006-03-24

For the past year and a half, our daughter has been going to sleep to the instrumental tunes of Bedtime for Beatles. She loved it! Then one day recently she told me she wanted different music - princess lullaby music - perfect for a 3-1/2 year old. So I went online and looked up "princess lullabies" and found this CD. She loved it from the first moment she heard it. We keep her music on all night long, and whenever I go into her room to check on her, I feel like I'm entering Disneyworld! I would highly recommend this CD.

Great for babies.......2006-02-27

My 6th month old baby loves to listen to lullabies when it is naptime or bedtime.

A lovely collection.......2006-01-04

I received this as a gift for my baby, but have found that I am listening to it myself! The music is so soothing, and brings back so many memories for me. I especially like the arrangements for A Whole New World and Someday My Prince Will Come. Perfect for nap time for the baby, or just some restful music for you to listen to at work or while reading.

Soothing Sounds for Baby at Bed Time.......2005-11-10

I was downloading songs for my 13 month old from Itunes and came across this album. The lullabys were so soothing and brought back memories from my childhood when I used to watch and listen to these popular classics. I purchased the CD from Amazon and my baby listens to it at bedtime...I find myself lingering in her room as it plays...to watch her sleep...and also to hear the soothing tunes and reminisce...

Average customer rating:

Not a Lullaby at All!
Not for babies, but certainly for singers!
Caveat emptor
Ultimate Lullaby Album
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Ultimate Lullaby Album

Manufacturer: Decca
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Excellent condiion, no scratches, includes the original CD, case, and paperwork, First Class shipped, ask me for my CD List or more Titles! :D

Customer Reviews:

Not a Lullaby at All!.......2003-09-10

I can't give this CD anything but a 2. It was certainly NOT the Ultimate Lullaby. And although the music is beautiful I would not put my baby to sleep with this. I'm not a fan of opera and perhaps if I listen a bit more that may change. Our daughter listens to music every night. It is so hard to buy music sometimes and I went out on a limb with this one. I really wish it had stated that there were vocals - I much prefer the music without.

Not for babies, but certainly for singers!.......2003-08-08

I bought this cd on a whim, and I got way more than I bargained for! I'm an opera singer and I absolutely love the assortment of gorgeous ballads - lots of classics and old favorites. I agree this might not be the best music to lull and infant to sleep, but it's a great way to build your child's appreciation for operatic vocals. I highly recommend this cd singers - specifically sopranos. It's a diamond in the rough.

Caveat emptor.......2002-10-21

I'm in violent agreement with the other reviewers who remarked that this CD is not for the purpose of lulling baby to sleep, in spite of its misleading title. A1-opera-grade sopranos and mezzos sing most of the selections and their vocal dynamics range from pianissimo to a house-shaking fortissimo. The only track where baby might catch a bit of shut-eye is Puccini's "Humming Chorus" from "Madama Butterfly."

Try "Celtic Lullaby" if you're looking for a truly sleep-inducing CD.

"The Ultimate Lullaby Album" contains a wonderful assortment of Marilyn Horne and Leontyne Price solos, which is all to the good if you're not trying to snooze. My two favorites are the Bach-Gounod "Ave Maria" sung by Price (I don't think there is a more perfect rendition), and Bach's "Bist Du bei Mir" sung by Horne in her rich, smooth, chocolate-y prime.

Unfortunately another grand voice is not at its prime in "When You Wish upon a Star." I'd guess Dame Joan was near the end of her stellar (sorry) career when she recorded this Disney song. Her vibrato stretches as wide as Dumbo's behind.

Another rather odd selection is the only instrumental arrangement on this CD: "O Danny Boy" as rendered by the English Chamber Orchestra, with a trombone as the lugubrious solo instrument. It's long enough and trite enough to be used as the soundtrack for that tacky sequel to "Gone with the Wind."

"The Ultimate Lullaby Album" is definitely not for baby's room. If you want your kid to grow up listening to "Londonderry Air," get Kiri Te Kawana's version. It'll prickle up the hair on the back of your neck if you can find it. I can't. I wore out my original tape and have fruitlessly searched the Internet for a new copy. If anyone out there in Amazon land has a recording of Dame Kiri singing folksongs of the British Isles, please consider selling it to me.

Ultimate Lullaby Album.......2002-06-01

The music is superb. Although it would not be used to put the baby to sleep, it is a wonderful choice for one-to-one relaxing time with baby.
An excellent addition to the new baby's music collection. I listened to it with my class in school before giving it to my brand new grandson. I now give it as a gift to all newborns.

Is there a dispute?.......2002-01-12

3 music fans gave different ratings. 2 said it's diappointing, the other said they were ridiculous. I bought and listened to this CD. I feel great about my purchase. These are good music, and there should not be a dispute. If one is disappointed because of the opera voice, blame it on Decca's label "Ultimate Lullaby". The music deserves my 5-satr rating.