Ella Jenkins & A Union of Friends Pulling Together

Editorial Reviews
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As the title indicates, this 27 song collection finds Ella Jenkins and a Union of Friends Pulling Together to have fun, pick and sing, and educate young children on the concept of unions. Broadly defined by Jenkins in the handsome liner booklet, the union is everything from a marriage to a group of like-minded friends to a pack of teamsters or a nation of states. Unity and cooperation, at the heart of all that is unionized, forms the core of this get-together of Jenkins, musician Bucky Halker, and a gathering of adult and child members of her Chicago-based church family. Many numbers come from America's vast folk catalog, such as Pete Seeger's single contribution, "If I Had a Hammer." Likewise, several songs are common children's songs, such as "One Meat Ball" and "Skip to My Lou." Accompanied by simple acoustic guitar and harmonica, the whole gang holds forth with song, story, and rhyming games, the latter for which Jenkins is particularly known. Excellent class source material, A Union of Friends is joyful, spontaneous, and encourages singing and playing right along. --Paige La Grone

Album Description
Legendary children’s performer Ella Jenkins and a group of young and older musical friends introduces children to the ideas of unity, cooperation, and labor unions through songs, recitation, and poetry. Recorded in 1999, this CD features harmonica, piano, percussion, banjo, guitar, vocals, and chorus. The recording reminds us how unity and strength are part of family ties as well as adult life and work. 47 minutes, 18 -page booklet, discography. Suitable for children ages 4-12 and their parents.

Ella Jenkins & A Union of Friends Pulling Together, Music, Ella Jenkins, Children's, Children's Folk, Childrens, Pop
You Sing a Song and I'll Sing a Song
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Sing alongs that engage primary age children
  • We weren't thrilled
  • sentimental favorite
  • You Sing a Song
  • Sounds new again
 You Sing a Song and I'll Sing a Song
Ella Jenkins
Manufacturer: Smithsonian Folkways
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Product Features:
  • YOU WILL SING A SONG CD

ASIN: B000001DMS
Release Date: 1992-07-13

Tracks:

  1. You'll Sing A Song And I'll Sing A Song
  2. Shabot Shalon
  3. Cadima
  4. This Train
  5. Did You Feed My Cow?
  6. Miss Mary Mack
  7. May-ree Mack
  8. You'll Sing A Song And I'll Sing A Song (review)
  9. Dulce Dulce
  10. May-ree Mack (review)
  11. Maori Indian Battle Chant
  12. Did You Feed My Cow? (review)
  13. I Saw
  14. Sifting In The Sand
  15. Guide Me

Product Description

Recognized throughout the world as a "Rhythm Specialist", Ella Jenkins has entertained and taught thousands of children through her music. Includes "You'll Sing A Song and I'll Sing A Song", "Shabot Shalom", "Cadima", "This Train", "Did You Feed My Cow?", "Miss Mary Mack", "May-ree Mack", "You'll Sing A Song and I'll Sing A Song (Review)", "Dulce Dulce", "May-ree Mack (Review)", "Maori Indian Battle Chant", "Did You Feed My Cow? (Review)", "I Saw", "Sifting In The Sand", and "Guide Me".

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Sing alongs that engage primary age children.......2007-07-05

I used this classic cd in a class with six and seven year olds and there was 100% engagement.

3 out of 5 stars We weren't thrilled.......2005-09-30

There wasn't enough music on this CD. We wanted more songs to sing along with and less repeat songs and blank space for us to sing our parts.....

4 out of 5 stars sentimental favorite.......2005-03-09

I was so excited when I found this cd on amazon today. I had been looking for it for years. I didn't know the artist, but I did remember it was a red cd with a song that went "You sing a song and I'll sing a song in warm or wintry weather." My brother and I heard this cd in preschool over and over again and loved it. It is cherry and simple- not a ton of instruments (mainly a guitar) and not tons of kids screaching at the top of their lungs. I can't see this cd driving any parent crazy. I also fondly remember the song "Miss Mary Mac". Parents, get this for your preschoolers. They will love it.

5 out of 5 stars You Sing a Song.......2005-01-28

My "kids" are in their 30's and having children of their own and I want to pass on songs from their childhood to the grandchildren. Our original copy of Ella in on an LP, what is that you say.......a record and it is worn out. I am ordering a CD, which will hopefully be around for a while! K:)

5 out of 5 stars Sounds new again.......2004-01-15

After working with Ella Jenkins music for many years, (still using the original vinyl records) I moved to a new school with absolutely no resources. After spending days looking around I decided to buy an assortment of Ella's CD's, we have just had the most marvelous year, her music today is as fresh now as when first recorded, everyone at my new school was astounded with how much fun and success we had, my five year olds put on the most amazing music concert, with one conducting and the others divided into groups, playing numerous instruments and singing in rounds. Ella thanks for helping me give these children such a fun and sound foundation in music. Susan Fell, Melbourne Australia
Multicultural Songs for Children
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • My kids love this!
  • I was dissapointed
  • 555 stars!
  • Best music for Young Children!
  • wonderful fun
 Multicultural Songs for Children
Ella Jenkins
Manufacturer: Smithsonian Folkways
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Product Features:
  • MULTI-CULTURAL CHILDRENS SONGS CD

ASIN: B000001DOE
Release Date: 1995-10-17

Tracks:

  1. The World is Big the World Is Small
  2. Hello
  3. Greetings in Many Languages
  4. Jambo
  5. Tahboo
  6. On Safari
  7. Counting in Swahili
  8. Mexican Handclapping Song
  9. Dulce, Dulce
  10. In Trinidad
  11. Caney Mi Macaro
  12. A Yodeling Song
  13. Dredle, Dredle, Dredle
  14. Rabbi Teaches ABCs/English ABC Song
  15. Dance Tunes from Many Lands
  16. Eh-un-lan-weh-seh-un-lan (Greeting in Arabic)
  17. Balloon Song
  18. Maori Chant
  19. Play Your Instrs
  20. May-ree Mack
  21. We Are Native American Tribes
  22. A Neighborhood is a Friendly Place
  23. Thank you in Many Languages

Product Description

Recognized throughout the world as a "Rhythm Specialist", Ella Jenkins has entertained and taught thousands of children through her music. Includes "The World Is Big The World Is Small", "Hello", "Greetings In Many Languages", "Jambo", "Tahboo", "On Safari", "Counting In Swahili", "Mexican Handclapping Song", "Dulce, Dulce", "In Trinidad", "Caney Mi Macaro", "A Yodeling Song", "Dredle, Dredle, Dredle", "Rabbi Teaches ABC's / English ABC Song", "Dance Tunes From Many Lands", "Eh-un-lan-weh-seh-un-lan (Greeting in Arabic)", "Balloon Song", "Maori Chant", "Play Your Instruments", "May-ree Mack", "We Are Native American Tribes", "A Neighborhood Is A Friendly Place", and "Thank You In Many Languages".

Amazon.com

Long before Raffi ever picked up a guitar, Ella Jenkins was pioneering the field of children's music. Her example of short, well-played folk songs that neither talked over kids' heads nor condescended to them remains the model for children's-music performers everywhere. Long before "multicultural" became a buzzword in educational and arts circles, Jenkins was drawing her material from Europe, Africa, Asia, Latin America, and her own African American neighborhood in South Chicago. She celebrates her 40th anniversary as a professional entertainer with the anthology, Multicultural Children's Songs, which collects 23 songs from a dozen different Folkways albums onto a single CD. She is the Pete Seeger of children's music, and this is a good introduction to her work. --Geoffrey Himes

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars My kids love this!.......2004-02-26

My mother played this album for my kids (ages 5 & 2) in the car during our recent week-long visit. They loved it! We listened to it all week long! Ms. Jenkins introduces many of the songs, and there are children singing along with her on many of the tracks. It is as if you are listening in on a music workshop she is conducting for children. I couldn't believe how quickly my kids began to sing along, especially since many of the songs are not in English. My kids often prefer music with which they are already familiar, especially when away from home, but they took to this recording immediately. This is certainly an album we will want in our collection!

1 out of 5 stars I was dissapointed.......2004-02-06

After reading the glowing reviews of this CD I had high expectations. I had to come back here to say that this is one of the worst internet purchases I have ever made. The songs were slow & overly simplistic, as well as dated. I listened to this with my husband and our 5 year old daughter. There was one song on here that our daughter liked, the rest about bored us all to tears. It was a test just for us to endure to listen to them all. I don't understand the fondness some have for this CD, so buyer beware.

5 out of 5 stars 555 stars!.......2002-01-29

I love Ella Jenkins, and I love this compilation. The way she has of bringing music to so many children makes me respect her so much. I use this CD and its music in my music classes and the students meet it with incredible enthusiasm. My own children ask for this when we travel in the car. Buy this CD. You won't be sorry!

5 out of 5 stars Best music for Young Children!.......2001-10-31

WONDERFUL FOR CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES

5 out of 5 stars wonderful fun.......2000-05-22

My 5 year old daughter LOVES this music. Ella Jenkins gives brief introductions to songs so you get a sense of place and culture even before the beat begins. The songs are made for singing along, you can't help but clap and tap. this tape is superb.
Early Childhood Songs
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    		Early Childhood Songs
    Ella Jenkins
    Manufacturer: Smithsonian Folkways
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

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    ASIN: B000001DN0
    Release Date: 1996-08-20

    Tracks:

    1. Mary Had A Little Lamb
    2. Farmer In The Dell
    3. Skip To My Lou
    4. Twinkle Twinkle Little Star
    5. London Bridge
    6. This Old Man
    7. Pop Goes The Weasel
    8. London Bridge
    9. Twinkle Twinkle Little Star
    10. ABC's
    11. Ba-Ba Black Sheep
    12. Farmer In The Dell
    13. Pop Goes The Weasel
    14. This Old Man
    15. Skip To My Lou
    16. Mary Had A Little Lamb

    Album Description

    Eight favorites performed with nursery school children. Features melodies performed on folk instruments followed by playful group exercises for melody recognition. Includes Mary Had a Little Lamb, Farmer in the Dell, and Skip to My Lou. "You hear the fits and starts of hesitant children, at first mumbling ditties like This Old Man, then growing confident, until they sing without self-consciousness..." - Entertainment Weekly
    Cellabration: A Tribute to Ella Jenkins
    Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
    • Truly a feel-good, fun-for the-whole-family music album
    • Our current favorite album
    • Fun-Happy Music! Cellabration
    		 Cellabration: A Tribute to Ella Jenkins
    Various Artists
    Manufacturer: Smithsonian Folkways
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

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    ASIN: B0002PUHAG
    Release Date: 2004-09-21

    Tracks:

    1. You'll Sing A Song And I'll Sing A Song - Cathy Fink
    2. Did You Feed My Cow? - Sweet Honey In The Rock
    3. Dulee, Dulee - Michele Valeri
    4. I Know A Tom - Tom Paxton
    5. Please Is A Pleasant Expression - Tom Chapin
    6. Let's All Sing A Yodeling Song - Riders In The Sky
    7. The World Of Wickum Whackum - Bill Harley
    8. Jambo - Red Grammer
    9. The Union Team - John McCutcheon
    10. Turkey In The Straw - John McCutcheon & Band
    11. The World Is Big, The World Is Small - Pete Seeger
    12. Rushing Around Russia - Mike Stein
    13. The Hukilau Song - Marcy Marxer
    14. Go Miss Mary Mack (Medley) - Sweet Honey In The Rock
    15. Toom-Bah-Ee-Lero - Cathy Fink
    16. La Reaspa/Fiesta De Ninos (Medley) - Mariachi Los Camperos
    17. Circle Of Friends - Spencer Perkins
    18. Sing Me A Song Again, Ella - University Park Children's Ensemble

    Album Description

    Ella Jenkins, "The First Lady of Children's Music," has made dozens of Folkways recordings and earned countless awards in a 50-year career, including the Lifetime Achievement Award from The Recording Academy. On this album, some of today's finest folk and children's performers pay tribute to Ella Jenkins with sparkling new renditions of her timeless repertoire. Styles including folk, salsa, country-western, Dixieland, old-time string band, ragtime, and mariachi all come together with a wonderful chidren's chorus to honor Ella in the best way possible. Prepare to sing along! 18 tracks. 44 minutes.

    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars Truly a feel-good, fun-for the-whole-family music album.......2005-04-08

    Over the past six years, I have spent hundreds, maybe thousands, of hours listening to children's music. I've diligently traveled to the local library and checked out music CDs each month to foster my children's appreciation of diverse musical genres, to boost their musical intelligence, and to provide an ever changing variety of background music for playtime. I am on a never-ending quest to find great albums that feature a rare combination of musical talent with enjoyable music. So many albums these days drive adults crazy with mindless lackluster rhymes and the majority of them are just "ordinary" albums you can live without. Occasionally however, we discover some real musical gems like Cellabration. This album is truly a feel-good, fun-for the-whole-family music album. You cannot go wrong with this uplifting music.

    Nominated for a Grammy award for best Musical Album for Children, Cellabration features a "who's who" line-up of the best children's recording artists of our time plus some favorites from the past. The variety of artists is complimented by the variety of musical styles. The quirky "Let's All Sing a Yodeling Song" by Riders in the Sky is by far the favorite of my two girls. We've had a number of yodeling contests in the car after listening to this song. There are some unusual spoken word tracks like the "World of Whickum-Whackum" by Bill Harley and the playful "I Know a Tom" by Tom Paxton. I'm amazed that Sara, my four-year-old, can recite these silly tongue-twisters from memory.

    There are many multicultural songs including the "Hukilau Song" by Marcy Marxer, "Dulee, Dulee" by Michele Valeri and "Jambo" by Red Grammer, the "Raspa/Fiesta de Niños Medley" mixed in with the spoken word "Rushing Around Russia" by Mike Stein and the classic American tune "Turkey in the Straw" by Cathy Fink. There are some really catchy tunes on this album that you may have trouble getting out of your head. The "Go Miss Mary Mack Medley" by Sweet Honey in the Rock is one of those songs that is permanently etched in my mind in a pleasant way.

    The next time your family is going on a roadtrip or if you just need a break from "ordinary" children's music, pop Cellabration in your CD or MP3 player for hours of great musical entertainment for the entire family.--Dr. Lara Ashmore


    5 out of 5 stars Our current favorite album.......2005-03-15

    We recently received this CD as a gift and it has quickly become our favorite CD. My 4 yo son LOVES singing along to it, and the songs are simple (yet wonderful) enough for him to pick up, although he thinks "Dulce Dulce" is "goose egg, goose egg."

    4 out of 5 stars Fun-Happy Music! Cellabration.......2005-03-07

    This CD is very happy. After listening I could not stop smiling.
    The tunes are singable. The musicianship on the dixieland tracks as well as the others is excellent! This CD allows the young listener to hear real musical instruments and different musical styles, and might provide inspiration for them later to participate in music (school or at home).
    I am very glad I ordered it for myself and as gifts for nieces and nephews.
    I shared the Amazon link with my school teacher friends in several states. Thanks for providing the listening excerpts link!
    Songs Children Love to Sing
    Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
    • popular sing-alons
    • A Great Children's CD!
    		 Songs Children Love to Sing
    Ella Jenkins
    Manufacturer: Smithsonian Folkways
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

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    ASIN: B000001DO9
    Release Date: 1996-08-20

    Tracks:

    1. This-a-way That-a-way
    2. Miss Mary Mack
    3. Toom-Bah-Ee-Lero
    4. Little Charlie Just Off the Pickle Boat
    5. Follow the Leader
    6. Please is a Pleasant Expression
    7. Many Pretty Trees All Around the World
    8. Muffin Man
    9. This Old Man
    10. Dulce, Dulce
    11. Ten Green Bottles
    12. On A Holiday
    13. Harmonica for Hanukkah
    14. Stop & Go/Language Lesson
    15. The World Is Big, The World Is Small
    16. Tu cantaras, yo cantare
    17. The Wilderness

    Album Description

    An anthology of earlier recordings celebrating Jenkins' 40 years of recording for Folkways Records and Smithsonian Folkways. Jenkins selected 17 songs that are especially popular with children from the hundreds she has recorded for Folkways since 1956. The enclosed booklet includes song texts and a list of other Ella Jenkins recordings. "Appealing and immediately accessible to children...pleasurable listening for all ages." Seattle's Child

    Customer Reviews:

    4 out of 5 stars popular sing-alons.......2003-04-09

    This CD is popular with my 1-year-old, and I enjoy it, as well. My daughter seems to especially enjoy the songs which feature children singing with Ella, of which there are several. I enjoy the folk-songy sound of the songs. I especially like "Out of the Wilderness," though my daughter prefers some of the other songs. It was a good choice for us.

    5 out of 5 stars A Great Children's CD!.......2001-07-13

    My Co-teacher first checked this CD out from our local library to use in our classroom. We found that our students LOVED IT! They loved it so much I realized I had to own my own copy:) This CD lends cultural awareness and age appropriateness for all primary aged children-
    Play Your Instruments (And Make a Pretty Sound)
    Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    • Ella Jenkins is still the best!
    • Songs that you never forget; movement, rythm and instruments
    		 Play Your Instruments (And Make a Pretty Sound)
    Ella Jenkins
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    Product Features:
    • PLAY YOUR INSTRUMENTS AND MAKE A PRETTY SOUND CD

    ASIN: B000001DN7
    Release Date: 1993-09-14

    Tracks:

    1. Play Your Instruments And Make A Pretty Sound
    2. Put Your Instruments Away
    3. Follow The Leader
    4. Let's Listen To The Band
    5. This Is The Way To Lead The Band
    6. Harmonica Happiness
    7. No More Pie
    8. You'll Sing A Song And I'll Sing A Song
    9. You'll Sing A Song And I'll Sing A Song (Continued)
    10. Stop And Go

    Product Description

    Recognized throughout the world as a "Rhythm Specialist", Ella Jenkins has entertained and taught thousands of children through her music. Includes "Play Your Instruments and Make a Pretty Sound", "Put Your Instruments Away", "Follow The Leader", "Let's Listen To The Band", "This Is The Way To Lead The Band", "Harmonica Happiness", "No More Pie", "You'll Sing A Song and I'll Sing A Song", "You'll Sing A Song and I'll Sing A Song (Continued)", and "Stop and Go".

    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars Ella Jenkins is still the best!.......2006-02-26

    This is a wonderful CD to use with preschool and early elementary aged children. Music teachers and choir teachers will find these musical activities educational and a lot of fun! These were so much fun for me as a child and they're just as much fun now that I'm a teacher!

    5 out of 5 stars Songs that you never forget; movement, rythm and instruments.......1999-11-13

    30 years ago I used this in a preschool;you never forget the songs. I'm buying it now for my grandchildren so they can have the same fun, marching around to music and playing their instruments.
    Counting Games And Rhythms For The Little Ones
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      		Counting Games And Rhythms For The Little Ones
      Ella Jenkins
      Manufacturer: Smithsonian Folkways
      ProductGroup: Music
      Binding: Audio CD

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      ASIN: B000001DNQ
      Release Date: 1997-11-18

      Tracks:

      1. Hello
      2. One, Two, Buckle My Shoe
      3. Johnny Had One Friend
      4. Two Little Black Birds
      5. One, Two, Three, Four, Five
      6. One Potato, Two Potato
      7. Eight Clay Pigeons
      8. It's The Milkman

      Amazon.com

      Originally released by renowned Folkways recording artist Ella Jenkins in 1965, Jenkins appears on Counting Games and Rhythms for the Little Ones with children from Lake Meadows Nursery School. Most appropriate for preschoolers and elementary-school children, this short collection of tunes neither panders to nor reaches frustratingly beyond the abilities of its intended audience. Jenkins comes across as a warm and respectful leader gently guiding her small charges through a set of verbal tumbling while reinforcing the importance of order and of both individual and group dynamics. There are a number of old favorites here, including "Two Little Black Birds" and "One, Two, Buckle My Shoe," which makes the collection as enjoyable for parents as it is for kids. --Paige La Grone

      Album Description

      Now available on compact disc, this collection exemplifies Ella Jenkins's skill at teaching children basic concepts through songs and games. Memory, a sense of rhythm, coordination, and vocal expression are all exercised in these simple, enjoyable activity songs. Classic counting songs include One Potato, Two Potato and One, Two, Buckle My Shoe; and Eight Clay Pigeons. "...merely wonderful" - Rolling Stone Magazine
      Jambo and Other Call & Response Songs and Chants
      Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
      • Great for preschoolers
      		 Jambo and Other Call & Response Songs and Chants
      Ella Jenkins
      Manufacturer: Smithsonian Folkways
      ProductGroup: Music
      Binding: Audio CD

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      Product Features:
      • JAMBO & RESPONSE SONGS CD

      ASIN: B000001DN5
      Release Date: 1996-08-20

      Tracks:

      1. Jambo
      2. On Safari
      3. Counting In Swahili
      4. Pole Pole
      5. Yemayah
      6. It's A Holiday
      7. I Looked Into The Mirror
      8. Annie, My Cooking Friend
      9. Barreling On Down The Highway
      10. Seasons
      11. A Train's A - Coming
      12. The Hi Dee Do Man (I Know A Man)

      Product Description

      Jambo & Response Songs Cd

      Customer Reviews:

      5 out of 5 stars Great for preschoolers.......2007-05-13

      My kids love this, and so do their friends. Loveable singer, that Ella Jenkins! My kids can now count and say hello in Swahili!
      Nursery Rhymes
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        		Nursery Rhymes
        Ella Jenkins
        Manufacturer: Smithsonian Folkways
        ProductGroup: Music
        Binding: Audio CD

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        ASIN: B000001DN9
        Release Date: 1996-01-23

        Tracks:

        1. The Muffin Man
        2. Hey Diddle Diddle
        3. Diddle Diddle Dumpling
        4. A Dillar A Dollar
        5. The Muffin Man
        6. Humpty Dumpty
        7. Little Miss Muffet
        8. Little Bo Peep
        9. Little Jack Horner
        10. Three Little Kittens
        11. This Little Piggy Went To Market
        12. Wee Willie Winkle
        13. The Mulberry Bush (Sung)
        14. Hickory Dickory Dock
        15. Pussy Cat, Pussy Cat
        16. Georgie Porgie
        17. Pease Porridege Hot
        18. Patty Cake
        19. Old Mother Hubbard
        20. Jack Sprat
        21. See Saw, Margery Daw
        22. Mary Mary
        23. Sing A Song Of Sixpence
        24. The Muffin Man

        Album Description

        Twenty-two all-time favorite nursery rhymes with Ella encouraging group participation by cuing lyrics and activities while she sings. Titles include The Muffin Man, Hey Diddle Diddle, and Sing a Song of Sixpence. "[A] good variety of rhymes. Ms. Jenkins has a marvelous speaking voice; when reading rhymes or giving directions, she speaks to the children, not down to them" - Nancy Cooper, Music Educator
        Sharing Cultures With Ella Jenkins
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          		Sharing Cultures With Ella Jenkins
          Ella Jenkins
          Manufacturer: Smithsonian Folkways
          ProductGroup: Music
          Binding: Audio CD

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          ASIN: B0000DG01P
          Release Date: 2003-11-25

          Tracks:

          1. Where Is Mary?
          2. Los Pastores
          3. Besame Mucho
          4. Cultivo Una Rosa Blanca
          5. Que Bonita Bandera
          6. Cuando Se Quiere De Veras
          7. Dayo
          8. Big Ship Sails
          9. Dear Sir, I Cannot Go
          10. El Gatito
          11. Are You Sleeping (Frere Jacques)
          12. Song Of The Seven Continents
          13. Guide Me
          14. Hine Matov (And Two Other Jewish Melodies)
          15. I Like Names
          16. My Name Is Ella
          17. Native Americian Tribes
          18. In Dublin's Fair City
          19. I Lived In Ireland
          20. I want To Be Ready
          21. I'm On My Way To Canaan Land
          22. Uskudara
          23. A Taxi Ride
          24. Walking Around In Bronzeville
          25. Trouble In Mind
          26. Pine Top's Boogie
          27. Rushing Around In Russia
          28. Yellow Bird

          amazon.com

          Unless a seconds-long slice of piano boogie-woogie counts, there is nothing remotely cool or hip about Sharing Cultures with Ella Jenkins. But while your kids are little -- 3 to 8 if you go by the label's recommendation -- you'll never want to remove it from your CD changer anyway. The first lady of children's music earns her reputation here, waving her magic wand over near and distant lands and turning what she discovers into 28 neatly bundled bits of sound. Cultures is not all about music; it plays more like a night by the campfire, with songs and poems erupting from a story whose narrative dips and swerves, rudderless, to the corners of the earth but manages to keep its grip on its listeners anyway. The cultural odyssey (Mexico, Ireland, Turkey, and Russia are among the countries visited) benefits sharply from Jenkins' slow, soothing cadence, but credit is also rightly extended to the children of the LaSalle Language Academy of Chicago, who sing sweetly but mightily on a number of tracks. A 30-page booklet in this 31st Jenkins release clinches its staying power: Song notes and drawings are steeped in whimsy, but a pig Latin lesson pulls kids in closest, acting as a sweet, subtle confirmation that it's speaking their language. --Tammy La Gorce

          Album Description

          Known as "The First Lady of Children's Music," the legendary Ella Jenkins is one of the preeminent children's music artists of our time. Sharing Cultures, Ella's first release of all-new performances since 1999's Grammy -nominated Union of Friends, is her 31st release in an enduring (and endearing) career spanning over 40 years! Ella's recordings have won multiple prestigious awards. Perfect for parents, great fun and full of particpatory entertainment for children! 36-page booklet, includes lyrics, for ages 3-8.

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