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Archive for the ‘Childrens Music’ Category

When we think about the term “Children’s Music”, you probably would think that it is music that is composed and performed for children by the adults. It is a music type that is suited for the younger ones. The lyrics of the songs together with the accompanied music are especially for a juvenile audience. Of course, the composers of these songs are mainly adults. Most of the children’s songs are of lyrics with innocence and lessons. It is actually a way for children to maintain their good behaviors. Children who are more open with the type of music they are suited t hear, they would enjoy it more, and understand the lyrics and message of the songs more. It is different of other adult music genres.

Children of different ages have different suitable types of songs. As they grow up, they are subjected to a more matured song, yet still have that juvenile output to it.

Listed are songs that are recommended for children of various ages:

Music for infants and toddlers

· “I will hold your tiny hand” by Steve Rashid

Steve Rashid is a children’s music song writer that has a collection of so many songs that is mainly for infants and toddlers. This song is one of the famous children’s songs our moms sing to us growing up. It is for the infants and toddles who don’t know how to speak yet, and the lyrics will help them learn how to utter the words slowly.

· “Lullabies with Mandolins” by Simon Mayer and Hilary James

Another song composed and created for children of the younger age. The infants and toddlers would love listening to this, and would help them fall into their sleep.

· “On a Starry Night”

Another lullaby song for infants and toddlers sang by various artists.

· “Say Hello to the Morning” by Kathy Reid-Naiman

A song that is good for toddlers and infants to listen upon waking up in the morning.

Music for children ages 3-7

· “Did you feed the Cow?” by the ‘Songs of Ella Jenkins’ album

This is a fun song which we can teach our children along their playful years. They will probably sing this during their kindergarten years.