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

[Ari Davidow <ari...>]

A review of the wonderful "Oy Vey! Chanukah" to which Dena refers, is 
available at:

http://www.klezmershack.com/bands/ypkw/chanukah/ypkw.chanukah.html

At 12:51 PM 11/19/99 -0500, you wrote: 
>
> --------------------------------------------------------------------------
> ----- 
> 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.  Remember,
> the first night of Chanuka is Friday, December 3rd! 
> --------------------------------------------------------------------------
> ----- 
>
> "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. (to each address) 
>
> 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: $14.00 
> cs. with notes:  $9 
> cs. and booklet:  $11 
>
> kinder klangen:  Yiddish Holidays 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 (no musical notation) 
>
> 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  $12.99 
>
>        8888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888 
>
> Shipping costs for U.S. addresses are as follows (elsewhere please inquire
> about our reasonable air-mail rates): (please note, cost is to each address
> specified.  For example, sending two gifts of CDs to two addresses costs $4) 
>
> 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 with your VISA or Mastercard: 
> <http://www.yiddishmusic.com>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.  
>
>
>         


---------------------- jewish-music (at) shamash(dot)org ---------------------+