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Binding: Audio CDEAN: 0715949100925 Label: Acoustic Disc Manufacturer: Acoustic Disc MPN: 9 Number Of Discs: 1 Publisher: Acoustic Disc Release Date: October 20, 1993 Studio: Acoustic Disc Editorial Review: Amazon.com: An aptly named album if ever there was one, Not for Kids Only combines the talents of two legendary performers, the late Jerry Garcia, singer-guitarist of the Grateful Dead, and David Grisman, mandolinist and father of "dawg music," a melding of bluegrass, jazz, swing, Latin, and Jewish klezmer sounds. On this 1993 recording, the two devoted friends make seemingly effortless music, adapting traditional and old-time folk into a personalized sound so "homemade" (with jew's-harp and tambourine) as to inspire any child, young or old, to pick up whatever's at hand to play along. From the jaunty rhythms of "Jenny Jenkins" to the cornball humor of "Arkansas Traveler" and the laugh-out-loud lyrics of "A Horse Named Bill" ("I had a girl and her name was Daisy / And when she sang the cat went crazy"), this album, with Garcia's delightful hand-drawn cover art, tickles from top to bottom. --Alanna Nash Average Rating:
 Rating:  - Bluegrass and folk for all agesThis music has that timeless folky appeal. The title is appropriate, as I can understand children enjoying the simplicity of these songs, but the songs themselves aren't "childish." They speak about simple subject matter (eg. trains) but in a respectful and authoritative way. Master musicianship as well. Rating: - Sick of Barney Yet?Childrens' music really gets on my nerves. Yes, it helps them to learn the alphabet, colors, shapes and numbers. But you may lose your sanity in the process. "Mommy, I want another Wiggles CD." "Sorry Junior, they all have AIDS and died in a plane crash." Once a child breaks through the Barney and Wiggles phase, it's important to play adult music. This album is it. Songs for children and adults that will not make you nuts. When my nephew was born, I bought him his first CD and this was it. It kept ... Read More Rating: - We Love This Music!This CD is wonderful and every member of my family loves it. It is perfect for my preschooler, who can listen to it any time of day or night. Appropriate for daytime listening because the lyrics in many songs are hilarious, and also mellow enough for his bedtime. The CD closes with a beautiful Brahm's lullaby. My husband and I are happy to expose our child to music that is played beautifully by talented musicians, with fun and clever lyrics. Plus we know that the purchase of this CD helps sick children, ... Read More Rating: - Loved it!We were looking for a new motivator to get our three year old to stay in his bed at nightime. He loves this CD! Funny, relaxing songs that work in the bedroom, but can also be great in the car. The songs are kid and adult friendly as well. It's a great combination of songs! Rating:  - Perfect for long car trips with children.......If you are tired of listening to Barney or the Wiggles, or any other obnoxious children's CD in the car with your kids, buy this CD. This is a collection of perfectly played children's favorites by two of the best bluegrass musicians of their time: Jerry Garcia and David Grisman. Yes, the very same man who fronted the Grateful Dead played bluegrass music and was very very good at it. Children will love the fun sing-a-longs like "Ain't no Bugs", and "Freight Train", and you won't mind them either. Adults ... Read More |
