Overview
Through colorful tunes and splashy illustrations reminiscent of the vibrant flamboyant tree, this collection celebrates life’s passages and various island rituals in the tropical isles of Guadeloupe, Haiti, Martinique, and Reunion. Lyrics are reproduced in the original French Creole dialects and translated into English, followed by notes on the origin and cultural context of each song. The accompanying CD features 30 traditional songs recorded with indigenous acoustic instruments and exquisitely performed by women, men, and children. This uplifting, enchanting production captures the joie de vivre evoked in the original repertoire, making it an absolute delight to musical ears.
Full Product Details
Author: Chantal Grosléziat ,
Paul Mindy ,
Laurent Corvaisier ,
Chantal Grosleziat
Publisher: Secret Mountain
Imprint: Secret Mountain
Dimensions:
Width: 21.00cm
, Height: 1.00cm
, Length: 20.30cm
Weight: 0.363kg
ISBN: 9782923163826
ISBN 10: 2923163826
Pages: 52
Publication Date: 01 June 2012
Recommended Age: From 3 to 6 years
Audience:
Children/juvenile
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Children / Juvenile
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Available To Order
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Reviews
The great song selection, engaging performances, and rich song details make the Songs in the Shade of the Flamboyant Tree book/CD set a must-have in any open-minded home, library, and classroom. --Warren Truitt, about.com A sense of joy radiates from both the book and the accompanying musical performances. --Publishers Weekly (July 2, 2012) The outstanding vocal and instrumental performers hail from Haiti, Guadaloupe, Martinique, and Reunion Island. . . . An excellent introduction to these cultures' traditions. --School Library Journal (September 2012)
The outstanding vocal and instrumental performers hail from Haiti, Guadaloupe, Martinique, and Reunion Island. . . . An excellent introduction to these cultures' traditions. -- School Library Journal (September 2012)
The great song selection, engaging performances, and rich song details make the Songs in the Shade of the Flamboyant Tree book/CD set a must-have in any open-minded home, library, and classroom. --Warren Truitt, about.com
The great song selection, engaging performances, and rich song details make the Songs in the Shade of the Flamboyant Tree book/CD set a must-have in any open-minded home, library, and classroom. --Warren Truitt, about.com A sense of joy radiates from both the book and the accompanying musical performances. --Publishers Weekly (July 2, 2012) The outstanding vocal and instrumental performers hail from Haiti, Guadaloupe, Martinique, and Reunion Island. . . . An excellent introduction to these cultures' traditions. --School Library Journal (September 2012)
Author Information
Chantal Grosléziat has devoted over three decades to researching how children are affected by music. As an educator and musician, her work includes the award-winning CD collection, Contes et berceuses (Stories and Lullabies), and the series, Bébés chasseurs des sons (Babies Are Sound Hunters). Laurent Corvaisier is a painter, illustrator and instructor at the École Nationals Supérieur des Arts Décoratifs in France. He has illustrated more than 100 children's books which have been translated into several languages.
