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Down at the Sea Hotel: A Greg Brown Songbook
(2007, Children's music, by Various Artists, Label: Secret Mountain)
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Not age appropriate for kids under 0, age appropriate for kids over 4; suggested age 4. -
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Common Sense says
Whimsical yet mellow folksy tunes for tots.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 4 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
About Down at the Sea Hotel: A Greg Brown Songbook
Parents need to know that the 14 mellow songs on this delightful album were written by such luminaries as Neil Young, Tom Waits, and Mary Chapin Carpenter. They're performed, however, by a less famous -- but very talented -- group of artists. Legendary folkie Greg Brown wrote the title song, which inspired the accompanying children's book.
Read our full review by Amy Weaver
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about how musical projects come together and how many people can collaborate to create something special. This one has many components -- the illustrator, the writers of the songs (many of them famous), and the performers (most of them lesser-known). Why do some people become famous and others (perhaps just as talented) don't? Is becoming famous always the most important thing, or is it enough to be respected by those who truly appreciate your work? In an era of reality shows where everyone can be in the spotlight, the quiet pleasures of folk music can be a welcome respite.
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