Backyard Bop

 

Backyard Bop. Performed by Red Yarn. CD. Approx. 39 min. Red Yarn Productions. 2020. Price: CD: $12; Digital: $9.  K – Grade 5

            Red Yarn, aka Andy Furgeson, performs 12 lively original songs in rockabilly and folk rock musical styles. Yarn and his backup musicians, which includes Grammy-winning Dean Jones, make beautiful music on electric and acoustic guitars, pedal steel guitar, bass, upright bass, organ, cello, violin, sax, trombone, balafon, drums, and percussion.  Yarn’s country accent enhances these down-home, delightful songs. The title song, “Backyard Bop,” encourages families to dance in their backyard. Everyone should rise and shine, make some noise, dance with freedom, and “Jump for Joy.” The “Mama Bird” can sing like the spring, wing through the sky and spin a circle around the sun. Everyone is playing tag, riding on skateboards, and tilting on the see-saw in the “Neighborhood Park.” One can enjoy looking “Outside My Window” and see birds singing, squirrels scampering, and leaves dancing. A family decides to get “Lazy Tonight” and watch a movie while eating popcorn and cookies. A gardener wants all the “Critters in My Garden” to get out and leave his vegetables alone. “Around This Town” people can stroll the streets, meet old friends, and find new friends. Will “Cats & Dogs” ever get along? Something is going on down at the “Town Hall Meeting,” where everyone should respect each other’s opinions. In “My Own Backyard,” a child can imagine washing up on a treasure island and other adventures. Whether a family of rabbits, possums, or humans, everyone needs “Someone to Love.” These heart-felt and soulful offerings are a welcome breath of fresh air during this time of staying at home and social distancing.

Website: www.redyarnproductions.com