New Orleans Playground

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Common Sense Media says

Music from the Big Easy that will keep you movin'.
greenON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age.
yellowPAUSE: Know your child; some content
may not be right for some kids.
redOFF: Not age-appropriate for kids this age.
not for kidsNOT FOR KIDS: Not appropriate for kids any age.

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What parents need to know

Parents need to know that there's absolutely nothing offensive or objectionable here. There is, however, plenty of good music filled with positive energy. See if your kid -- or you -- can keep his or her feet still!


What's the story?

With so much of the airwaves dominated by self-absorbed pop divas, detached rockers, and rappers clutching baggy pants all armed with messages that are either totally inappropriate for young children or absolutely indecipherable, it's good to know that musical alternatives for young kids do exist. One of those alternatives is NEW ORLEANS PLAYGROUND from Putumayo Kids, a division of Putumayo World Music. It's the eighth album in an award-winning Playground series dedicated to introducing kids to different cultures through fun and upbeat music. (Note: A portion of the CD's proceeds will be donated to the Louisiana Children's Museum to help expand its music exhibit.) This album features well-known New Orleans artists such as Clifton Chenier, whose Cajun-zydeco sounds bop their way through "Choo Choo Ch'Boogie."


Is it any good?

 

Among the many highlights on New Orleans Playground are Charmaine Neville (of the renowned musical family) performing her highly personal version of the classic parade song "Second Line" with hip-shaking sass, and Fats Domino tickling and bouncing the ivories -- as only he can -- on "Whole Lotta Lovin'." Many of the songs may not have been written or performed with children in mind, but the jumpy boogie-woogie and beautifully simple lyrics are timeless, ageless, and definitely engaging.


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What families can talk about

Families can talk about which songs make you want to dance. You can also discuss the different kinds of instruments: Tune into the horn and the piano and see if you can identify it the next time it's played in the song. You can even encourage your kids to "play" along with the musicians with their own "air" instruments.


This review was written by Tony Whittum

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This review was written by Tony Whittum
Artist:Various Artists
Release date:October 17, 2006
Label:Putumayo World Music
Genre:Children's Music
Parental advisory:No

This review was written by Tony Whittum
 

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ON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age.
PAUSE: Know your child; some content may not be right for some kids.
OFF: Not age-appropriate for kids this age.
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BEST: Really engaging, great learning approach.
GOOD: Pretty engaging, good learning approach.
FAIR: Somewhat engaging, OK learning approach.
NOT FOR LEARNING: Not recommended for learning.

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