DESCRIPTION: Singer/Songwriter Paul Trunko introduces Jammy Man - Acoustic Music for kids...and Adults. An all acoustic (almost) recording of original, and a few standard, songs for the family. Elements of bluegrass, folk, blues, country and a littl [+]DESCRIPTION: Singer/Songwriter Paul Trunko introduces Jammy Man - Acoustic Music for kids...and Adults. An all acoustic (almost) recording of original, and a few standard, songs for the family. Elements of bluegrass, folk, blues, country and a little reggae can be heard through out the CD. The tunes are entertaining to all ages and the music is done professionally, holding the interest of the serious music listener. Instruments that can be heard on "Jammy Man" include guitar, banjo, mandolin, dobro, harmonica, steel guitar, acoustic bass and various types of percussion. Four different lead vocalists appear here with lots of harmonies. "Jammy Man" is a great addition to everyone's music library!
The Children's Music Web Awards 2000
www.childrensmusic.org
Proudly Names - PAUL TRUNKO
Winner - BEST NEW ARTIST FOR YOUNG CHILDREN Winner - BEST SONG FOR YOUNG CHILDREN "Thumb in the Thumb"
REVIEW 1: (School Library Journal - June 2001) By: Maren Ostergard, Bellevue Regional Library, King County Library System, WA.
PreS-Gr 4-This is a fun collection from Paul Trunko that both children and parents will enjoy. "The Jammy Man" is defender of his room. The authoritative lyrics, "this is my room and I'm the boss, all you bad guys better get lost," will empower young children who may be fearful of bedtime.
The dynamic songs detail the everyday life of children and include positive messages that run the gamut from taking a "Good Nap" to a reminiscence of childhood in "Kid." The songs consist of many different styles including folk, bluegrass, blues, reggae and country. They range from lively tunes with catchy rhythms, to songs with slower tempos more appropriate for quiet times. The marching song, "Thumb in the Thumb," takes children through the act of getting dressed. Trunko wrote all the songs, including adaptations of "Ain't No Bugs on Me" and a medley of "America the Beautiful" and "This Land Is Your Land." He states in the liner notes, and it is obvious from listening to the songs, that he was strongly influenced by Not For Kids Only by Jerry Garcia and David Grisman. The performers provide pleasing, smooth vocals and are accompanied by dobro, guitar, acoustic bass, banjo, and harmonica. This is an enjoyable collection for the w
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