Search - Emmanuel Ghent :: Songs For Children

A sparkling collection for children of all ages

06/02/2000

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I can unreservedly recommend this sparkling collection of music, which could easily have been called "Songs for Children of All Ages." Emmanuel Ghent has managed the near-impossible feat of crafting musically sophisticated lines that are a music educator's dream, while also being utterly delightful to the untrained listener. His lyrics capture meaningful parts of a young person's life experience in a lilting, expressive fashion. These tunes, performed with grave and verve, are like little arias from the opera of a child's imagination. There is none of the excess sentimentality characteristic of the "kid's music" genre, which means parents will be thrilled (rather than reluctant) when their children want to hear the CD over and over. Even the accompanying liner notes are written with great care and depth, which of course further enhances one's enjoyment of the music itself. This CD is a "must-have" for any growing family that cares about and appreciates fine music."