Inside I Shine. Performed by Danny Weinkauf. CD. Approx. 31
min. Label: Red Pants Music. 2018. CD: $10.00; Download: $9.49.
Pre-S-Gr 1—
Grammy award-winning Danny Weinkauf is known for writing songs for television shows such as Sesame Street and being the longtime bassist for They Might Be Giants. He and his Red Pants Band perform 16 songs in pop, various styles of rock, Dixieland jazz, and Motown musical styles on this 4th album for children. The only instruments credited are ukulele, horns, and drums. These are upbeat and lively songs, which have helped teachers in the classroom to complement early learning language and science concepts. We are “Going to the Library” because it’s our favorite place and there are many fun stories in the books. There are a “Dozen Good Reasons” that I’m in love with you. “B is for Body” explains what different body parts do. “I Don’t Want to Live on the Moon” is the theme song from Sesame Street. “Over and Under” teaches those directional words, such as over a log and under the table. Although it is raining outside, “Inside I Shine.” A child loves to take his “Teddy Bear” everywhere. “We Love to Verb,” including running, jumping, spilling, etc. Learning to ride a “Tricycle” is fun. “Hey Mr. Bus Driver,” can you give someone a ride to school, the park, or the zoo? “Pumpkins (Are My Favorite Fruit)” because I love pumpkin pancakes and pumpkin seeds. “Grilled Cheese” makes me happy because it is tasty and delicious. A child gets out of bed, brushes his teeth, combs his hair, and says “Good Morning to You.” A child believes “The Moon is Made of Cheese” in spite of news reports about Apollo 11 and the moon landing. “Wiggle Wiggle” invites participatory movement. The final brief piece is a lovely jazz “Library Piano.” This album will have youngsters bouncing and bopping all around.
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