(adv.) way cool new kid's release for Chanukah (& other gift ideas)

[a bisl yidishkayt <klezmer...>]

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a bisl yidishkayt is offering a notable new release suitable for kids up to 12 at a special price.  We can gift wrap and ship it for you, too in time for Chanukah (first night is December 3rd).
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"Oy Vey!  Chanukah!" captivates, educates and delights.  Using a combination of story, music, and silly banter centered around the Chanukah theme, it draws a picture of the history and culture of small-town 19th century Eastern European Jewish life.  

For example, one klezmer style, the Terkisher, is introduced and the listener invited to clap the rhythm along with the kids on the album. 
Likewise, learning to count to 10 in Yiddish is a fun prelude to the story and song about tzen kleyne latkelech (10 small latkes).  This, and several other songs are sung by a children's chorus - and translated by Sruli and Lisa.  This invites children into the action once again while introducing kids to the language.

To learn even more about the history and context of klezmer music, adults can share the "Klezmer Music Study Guide"  section of the booklet  with kids. 

Last, but not least is the musicianship of the two klezmorim  who play, lead the singing, and tell the stories.  The instrumentals  are strong enough to stand alone - Sruli Dresdner on clarinet, poyk [drum], accordion, recorder - and Lisa Mayer on violin and cello -  are first class.  Sruli's playing is in the Hasidic tradition and reminiscent of Andy Statman's; Lisa has come into her own as a klezmer fiddler.  If the kids in your life play clarinet or strings (and/or if you do) they will be inspired.  If not, they will still enjoy the music immensely.

The musical selections include:
Chanike Oy Chanike; Tzen Kleyne Latkelech, A Chanike Nign, Ale Brider, Der Yidisher Soldat in di Trentshes/Nokhshpiel, A Chanike Tantz, and Medley of Yiddish Chanike Songs (Chanike Oy Chanike, Drey Zikh Dreydele, Oy, Ir Kleyne Likhtelekh)

Cost: CD 12.50, cs. 7.99 
We will gift wrap the present for you and include a "Happy Chanukah from ____" tag for an additional $1.50.


-----------OTHER CHILDREN'S ITEMS WITH A YIDDISH FLAVOR---------

Oy Vey!
Sruli & Lisa's first album, an introduction to klezmer music.  Musical direction by Alicia Svigls of the Klezmatics.  Equally as entertaining story-wise and music-wise.
CD 12.50, cs. 7.99  - shipping $2 CD, /1.75 cs. 

Aaron's Magic Village
A video animation based on stories by Isaac Bashevis Singer.  Our hero, Aaron, and his goat Zlate, go to visit relatives in Chelm, but they encounter a sorcerer bent on destroying the town with his Golem.  In the end, with humor and cleverness, Aaron outwits the enemy! With music and lyrics by Sheldon ("Fiddler on the Roof") Harnick, and Michael ("Yentl") Legrand. 
Video: $17.99

Cindy Paley's Zing Along with Cindy  
Geared for younger children, these favorite Yiddish children's songs are performed both in English and Yiddish and there is narration putting them in context.  Songs include: a yingele, a meydele; amol iz geven; tum balalayke; sh!shtil! di grine kuzine and 4 others

CD: $13.00
cs. with notes:  $8.50
cs.: and booklet:  $12

kinder klangen:  Yiddish Holiday and Play Songs for Children
Using English narrative, drums, banjos, trombones and 42 songs, Eva and Sandy take kids on a fun exploration of Yiddish language and song.  Learn the birthday song (tzu dayn geburtstog) the traditional patshe, patshe kikhelekh (little cookies); bulbes, and many other more well-known favorites Produced in Montreal for the Jewish Public Library.
CD:  $13.00
cs. with song/lyric booklet: $11

di grine katshke (The Green Duck)
Uncommon, funny and endearing animal songs, all in Yiddish (with full translations in the booklet).  With children's chorus and the adult voices of including Lorin (Klezmatics) Sklamberg.
CD only $12.99. 

Shipping costs for U.S. addresses are as follows (elsewhere please inquire about our reasonable air-mail rates):
CD: $2 
cs.: $1.75
video: $4.50 (priority mail)
2 CDs: $3.50, 3-4 CDs $4.50 (sent priority mail)
2 cassettes:  $2.25
3-6 cassettes: $4.50
for other quantities, please call us -  1-877-YIDDISH

--------------------------Three ways to order--------------------------

1.  Send check or money order  (in U.S. funds) to:
a bisl yidishkayt
P.O. Box 400331
Cambridge, MA  02140-0004

2.  Order on-line:   http://www.yiddishmusic.com

3.  Charge to your VISA or Mastercard over our toll-free number via voice or fax  1-877-YIDDISH.  (please include phone number and/or email address with ship-to address).

a)  If you live in Massachusetts, please add 5% to the cost of your order before shipping.  

b)  GIFT WRAPPING IS AVAILABLE!  And we can mail to your giftee - in time for Chanukah if you wish.
Cost is $1.50 per item, including a "Happy Chanukah from ____" tag.