Songs for Singing Children
Langstaff has a genius for making old chestnuts sound fresh, young and bubbly with life. These 26 classic songs [read more]
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What A Morning!
The Christmas Story in Black Spirituals
Selected and Edited by John Langstaff
Illustrated by Ashley Bryan
Arrangements for singing and piano by John Andrew Ross
A unique and powerful collection. The story of Christmas is told through classic spirituals, augmented with [read more]
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Water Is Wide, The: American and British ballads and folksongs
"...Langstaff is a marvelous singer with a honey-oak baritone and a knack for getting to the heart of these old tunes with a maximum of emotion and a minimum of affect."--The Boston Herald (December 2002)
Originally released in 1959 by the seminal folk revival label Tradition, this adventurous collection of traditional American and British songs offers a remarkable vista of moods, from tragic to flirtatious, lovelorn to mischievous. [read more]
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At the Foot of Yonders Mountain: Appalachian ballads and folksongs with composer John Powell at the piano
"One of the Top Ten CDs of the Year!"--The Boston Herald (December 2002)
John Langstaff's pure vocal style was profoundly influenced by American pianist, composer and folk song collector John Powell. In 1961, two years before the composer's death, the two collaborated on an album of Appalachian folk music, including Powell's tender epic "Five Virginia Folk Songs" (Opus 34). [read more]
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Sally Go Round the Moon
Designed for use by parents, teachers or children themselves, this lovely collection by John and Nancy Langstaff, with gorgeous silhouette drawings by Jan Pienkowski, [read more]
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Making Music, with John Langstaff
Winner of the Parents' Gold Choice Award and the Coalition for Quality Children's Video Award
Internationally renowned music educator (and Revels founder) John Langstaff shows simple techniques to develop children's musical abilities and joy in music.
Programs 1 & 2 are designed for use by families, librarians, child care providers and others who work with young children. Filled with practical ideas for delightful, instructive music making. No music background is required.
Programs 3 & 4 are designed for use by classroom teachers and music specialists. Contains the basics for a year's music curriculum and includes a guide with activity ideas and step-by-step plans. Assists teachers in promoting children's musical abilities while reinforcing the growth of reading and other basic skills.
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Making Music with Children Ages 7-11 - Program 2 $9.95 [add to order]
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Making Music in the Classroom Ages 3-7 - Program 3 $9.95 [add to order]
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Making Music in the Classroom Ages 7-11 - Program 4 $9.95 [add to order]
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Let's Sing! and Let's Keep Singing!
Sing-along videos ideal for children watching alone or in groups. Excellent companion tapes to Programs 1-4, with sing-along versions of every song. Great teaching tools for classrooms, story hours or any other group setting (45 minutes each). A companion book of words, music and instruction is included.
Let's Sing! John Langstaff Sings with Children Ages 3-7 - Program 5 $9.95 [add to order]
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John Langstaff Sings The Jackfish
and More Songs for Singing Children
Originally recorded in the 1950s by EMI, these 35 charming, sprightly folk songs were picked by Langstaff for the ease with which children can sing them--and the fun they have doing it. [read more]
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Nottamun Town
British and American folksongs and ballads. Martin Best, guitar
"...a ringing authority that at moments I find quite startling."--folklorist Douglas Kennedy
The artistry of John Langstaff is celebrated in this stunning recording of some of the finest British and American ballads and folksongs.
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Lark in the Morn, The
and other folksongs and ballads recorded at Abbey Road Studios between 1949 and 1956
0nce again Langstaff reveals himself to be a master singer and storyteller. He is accompanied here by some of the finest musicians of the day ... [read more]
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John Langstaff Sings Box Set
4 recordings of British and American folksongs and ballads
Before John Langstaff and his daughter Carol founded Revels in 1971, he was a world-renowned baritone who played a major role in the revivals of British and American folk music. His vocal style is an exquisite marriage of pristine classical technique and the honest charms of folk melody. These timeless recordings are made available on CD for the first time, fully remastered at the famous Abbey Road Studios in London, with updated liner notes by Langstaff himself. Set includes The Water is Wide, At the Foot of Yonders Mountain, Nottamun Town and The Lark in the Morn.
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Stories and Sea Songs
Jay O'Callahan and John Langstaff
Two exceptional performers and old friends come together to tell stories and sing in this live concert recording by Jay O'Callahan and John Langstaff. Collaborating on the theme of the sea, O'Callahan tells two of his best stories--The Cliffs of Culdurragh and The Herring Shed--and Langstaff sings sea songs such as "I'se the B'y That Builds the Boat" and "Coast of High Barbary." The recording captures the spontaneity and joy of the evening, including the audience who couldn't resist joining in on the last song, "Wild Mountain Thyme."
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Frog Went A-Courtin'
Winner: Caldecott Medal
Ages 3-7. An entertaining and beautifully illustrated picture and song book of the well-know folksong.
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Over in the Meadow
Winner: ALA Notable Book Selection
Ages 3-7. Beautifully drawn picture book about meadow life, with words and music. Encourages young children to sing and make up new verses.
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Climbing Jacob's Ladder
Heroes of the Bible in African-American Spirituals
Nine great figures of the Old Testament - Noah, Abraham, Jacob, Moses, Joshua, David, Ezekiel, Daniel and Jonah - chosen by John Langstaff, are celebrated here in picures and in song. WOrds, picures and music are combined in an outstanding book to be used by families and groups of all faiths and tradtions. Illustrated by Ashely Bryan. Piano arrangesments by John Andrew Ross. Includes Didn't it Rain, Rock-a My Sould, Climbing Jacob's ladder and more.
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Saint George and the Dragon
John Langstaff compiled this delightful version of the mummers' play St. George and the Dragon which he often produced and directed. Here is the script with music,instructions for performing the sword dance, stage directions and costume suggestions. "Please to let the mummers act!"
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Hot Cross Buns
The first commercial jingles! A collection of old English street cries and their simple musical notes for children and families to use and enjoy. Collected by John Langstaff. Age 8 and up.
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