Jazz Classics for Babies, Vol. 1
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What A Wonderful World (Louis Armstrong)
Dream A Little Dream Of Me (Louis Armstrong)
All of Me (Billie Holiday)
'Round Midnight (Thelonious Monk)
All The Things You Are (Dizzy Gillespie)
Misty (Quincy Jones, Sarah Vaughan)
I Fall In Love Too Easily (Chet Baker)
Blue in Green (Bill Evans, John Coltrane, Miles Davis)
Goodbye Pork Pie Hat (Charles Mingus)
Skating In Central Park (Bill Evans, Jim Hall)
In A Sentimental Mood (Duke Ellington, John Coltrane)
My Little Brown Book (Duke Ellington, John Coltrane)
Fly Me To The Moon (In Other Words) (Count Basie, Frank Sinatra, Quincy Jones)
In Your Own Sweet Way (Wes Montgomery)
I Got It Bad And That Ain't Good (Oscar Peterson Trio)
Take Five (Dave Brubeck)
Feeling Good (Nina Simone)
Turiya & Ramakrishna (Alice Coltrane)
Cantaloupe Island (Herbie Hancock)
Don't Worry Be Happy (Bobby McFerrin)
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Jazz Classics for Babies, Vol. 1 takes its inspiration from the music of African American culture, particularly the jazz genre of the 1950s and 60s. Jazz music combines elements of blues, gospel, and swing, and is known for its improvisational style and complex harmonies.
Like soul music, jazz emphasized the importance of African American culture and became popular globally, influencing rock music and African music. In the '50s and '60s, jazz was a dominant force in the music industry, with musicians like Miles Davis and John Coltrane pushing the genre to new heights.
But jazz was also a reflection of the times, and as the social and political landscape of the United States began to change in the 1960s, so did jazz. The genre began to splinter and give rise to new subgenres, including fusion and free jazz. In the '70s, jazz was influenced by funk and rock, leading to the emergence of jazz fusion.
Despite its many subgenres, jazz remains a powerful and enduring art form, loved by millions of fans around the world for its emotional depth, musical complexity, and cultural significance.
The Lullabeats are big jazz fans, and their baby-friendly takes on the genre are sure to soothe and delight. From classic tunes to modern interpretations, Jazz Classics for Babies is a must-listen for music-loving families.