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Binding: Audio CDBrand: Rounder Kids EAN: 0011661811225 Label: Rounder / Umgd Manufacturer: Rounder / Umgd Number Of Discs: 1 Publisher: Rounder / Umgd Release Date: March 05, 2002 Studio: Rounder / Umgd Sales Rank: 798 MPN: 618112 Disc 1:
Editorial Review: Product Description: GENERAL FEATURES: Beethoven's Wig Sing Along Symphonies are zany stick-in-your-head lyrics set to the greatest hits of classical music. Filled with fact and fancy about the world's most notable composers and their masterpieces, each Sing Along Symphony opens the door to "serious music" in a way that's fun. As a bonus, the orchestral performance of each classical piece is included without lyrics. Educational entertainment for all ages. Amazon.com: Inspired and wildly imaginative, Beethoven's Wig is one of the best introductions to classical music you could give to your children. Featuring snippets of 11 classical music staples--Beethoven, Bach, Mozart, Haydn, et al.--the disc and its creators, Richard Perlmutter and friends, pour on the silly lyrics the first time around to familiarize young ears to the old masters. Then in the last half of the record, the orchestra plays the same "serious" music pieces instrumentally. You might cheerfully recall Alan Sherman's popular spoofs of old classical works in Wig and you'll again chuckle at pieces like "Drip, Drip, Drip," which adapts Delibes's "Pizzicato from Sylvia." You'll also marvel at the expertise throughout the CD, with all the pieces well played yet thoroughly fun. Beethoven's Wig is an orchestral treasure with a sense of humor as old or as new as its listeners (and the fun questions that run throughout the CD's liner notes are almost as entertaining as the zany musical interludes). Highly recommended. --Martin Keller Average Rating:
 Rating:  - Train their ears while they're still youngThe first time I sampled this, I thought it was a bit 'corny' but I still bought it because of the very many recommendations it received. I did not regret my decision because after hearing the whole album with my kids, I was just delighted to see them respond to each song so well so much so that after a few days of listening to it, they can already sing the lyrics. Hearing them hum the tunes while playing always brings a smile to my face. Anything to make kids genuinely ... Read More Rating:  - Brilliantly done!We borrowed this CD from the library and have maxed out our renewal limit because my kids don't want to give it back! The lyrics aren't just silly words set to famous orchestral pieces--they contain information about the composers and time periods in which they lived. My husband, a classical music "buff" has been very impressed as well. I plan to purchase this educational album, along with the other versions, as gifts for my own children--and for the other children in my life. And I'm not exaggerating ... Read More Rating: - Introduction to the classics for the very youngWhat an ingenious way to teach children about classical music and composers. This talented group not only entertains but inspires. Plus, adults are fascinated with the concept. Your never to old to learn. Rating: - Teaching Kids to Love Classical MusicThis is a great product. The kids love it. Some reviews have mentioned that the lead vocalist is not very melodic. However, I see this as a plus. He has a zany way of cracking his voice which is a hilarious complement to the other opera-class voices on the CD. My kids seem to love the instrumental-only versions now that they associate these with the vocal versions. Rating: - Classical KidsI bought this as a birthday gift for a little boy. My kids and I love this CD and like to give it as a gift for other families. It is so fun for the kids, but also it has helped me be able to identify and remember the songs. I tried to think of my favorite song, but I love every one; they are so catchy! "The Kings and Queens of England" is a compact little history lesson. I need to get another copy for myself; one I loaned out never came back. That's okay - this is one CD I want every kid to hear! Browse for similar items by category:
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