References and Recommended Materials

 Books 

  1. Pinzino, Mary.  1980.  Come Children Sing.  Frehan Publications, Homewood, Illinois. 
  1. Hal Leonard.  1998.  The Big Book of Children’s Songs. Hal Leonard Corporation, Milwaukee, WI. 
  1. Lloyd-Watts & Bigler.  1979. Studying Suzuki Piano: More than Music. Ability Development Associates, Athens, Ohio. 
  1. Any of the Wee-Sing books are great for children’s music. – www.wesing.com 
  1. http://www.pinepoint.com/rick_bio.html - A link to a biography page on Rick Charette and his music; includes links to his recordings and more. 
  1. Home Made Musical Instruments:

http://www.childrensmuseum.org/artsworkshop/jam.html 

  1. Plumber’s Pipe - Simple home-made flute:

http://www.markshep.com/flute/Pipe.html 

8.  Tangled Tones Music Center – www.tangledtones.com – click on Children’s Music 

 

Children’s Music Recordings 

  1. Beary Latino – The Beary Singers:  A great Spanish recording of both American and Latin songs.  
  1. Not For Kids Only – Jerry Garcia & David Grisman:  A great album full of traditional songs played by two amazing artists on guitar, mandolin and banjo.  
  1. Smart Symphonies – Grammy Recordings:  Classical music to help stimulate child development. 
  1. Disney’s Lullaby Album – Fred Mollin:  A wonderful naptime album to provide a calming and comforting environment. 
  1. Alligator in the Elevator – Rick Charette:  One of the best kid’s albums around, very upbeat and creative.