AudioBooks and CDs
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Mermaids Tales | Wonder Tales of Earth and Sea
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Why wait for a live performance or a workshop when you can take home stories on disk? WARNING: These CDs will ignite your child’s imagination and cause repeated listening instead of watching TV!
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The Mermaids Shoes and Other Enchanted TalesExtracted from review by Cassy Cochrane for Brisbane's Child magazine, May 2007 Four out of Five Stars. Jenni is an emphatic teller of tales. Her spoken narration is clear and energetic, and her singing voice is melodic and inviting…. Accompanied by exotic instruments such as the lyre, tabla, cavaqhino and harp, as well as delightful character voices by her two children, Jenni creates a magical atmosphere. These stories are sensitively told, magical tales designed for four to nine year olds. Jenni regards her stories as soul food and…if your children are fans of magic, fantasy and fairytale, then this is just for them. www.brisbaneschild.com.au (Stay within my site though)
Extracted from a review by Mandy Nolan for Byron Shire Echo; 20 March, 2007
“The stories on Jenni's latest CD are wonderful. The Mermaid's Shoes is a story of longing and transformation, about our deep need to attain the unattainable and in the process lose a part of ourselves. In a story that parallels the Mermaid surrendering her tail for shoes and human legs we are fed a much richer parable: what part of ourselves do we lose when we sacrifice our authenticity for a desire of the ego? There's an element of melancholy in some stories, a sweet sadness that draws us in, like in Goldenheart, the story of a depressed father who has been a depressed child. Somewhere in the story the child manages to unlock the sadness of his father's heart. Then there's my favourite, the classic tale of the Eastern Goat and the Western Goat set in Russia. On the CD, Jenni's two children, who she credits with making her a much better storyteller, play the roles of the goats. It's adorable. Jenni has woven her Celtic influenced folk music throughout the recording. I think you'll find, like I have, that The Mermaid's Shoes by Jenni Cargill is a must have for any parent. Audiobook CD buyers testimonials and feedback“My children have been going to sleep to the sound of your Mermaid's Shoes CD. It's beautiful! We all love it. The kids at our preschool have enjoyed it at rest-time, as well! I'm looking forward to buying your other CD soon.” - Xiola Nolan, Pre-school teacher, Lismore, NSW. “My kids absolutely love your CD, The Mermaid’s Shoes!!! It’s fantastic in the car! It’s been a lifesaver on long trips.” - Jacqueline Orme Ward, Director, Pendragon Shoes, Sunshine Coast, Qld. “Your CD Mermaid’s Shoes arrived and I have listened to it and it is wonderful. Lisa, the other Butterfly Wings facilitator told me to tell you that her kids loved it. They used it as entertainment for their trip to Caloundra and just wanted to listen to it over and over again. Well done. You are doing a great job and there is such a shortage of good story CD’s for young children.” - Gwen Raynor, “Butterfly Wings” early childhood intervention trainer, Brisbane, Qld. “My daughter, Ayla, still listens to you every night. Now it is the “Mermaid’s Shoes” she requests. Finally it has overcome “Wonder Tales”. - Tabitha Robortella,Anglesea Victoria. “I was listening to Mermaid Tales with a four year old friend today. She really enjoyed it, stopped and listened attentively. It was lovely to see.” - Wendy Johnson, Byron Bay, NSW. “Your story CD’s are so excellent Breana listens to them over and over and never tires of them. Thankyou!” - Sybil, Maleny, Qld. |
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Wonder Tales of Earth and SeaExtracted from review by Cassy Cochrane for Brisbane’s Child magazine "Wonder Tales of Earth and Sea" CD 4 stars, 2006
"Jenni Cargill combines song and story on this global compilation of mythological folk tales. From Japan to Scotland, Australia to Indonesia, Jenni interactively relays tales of creatures and people. These are empowering fables that will capture children’s imagination and teach them one or two of life’s lessons along the way. Each of these folk tales is timed out perfectly, not too long or too short, so kids won’t lose interest or concentration, and the stories are interspersed with songs and music. The oral tradition has its roots in all cultures, and Aboriginal dreamtime stories feature here too, along with stories from the Celtic and Asian oral traditions. There’s something here for every Australian! Jenni is an enthusiastic speaker with a delicate and passionate singing voice. Jenni’s stories are empathetic to her characters and will encourage children to think of others, and to value their families and friends.
Sean Buvala, Storyteller.net Reviews (One of America’s largest storytelling websites) "Jenni creates magical and luring stories for young children. From the first moment of jaunty flute music to "come do it with me" sound effects, noises and Jenni's fine singing voice, this CD weaves world stories that even children listening at home will join in participating. With the longest tale being just over 13 minutes, these tales are short enough to keep the attention of even the youngest listeners. Jenni's original tale of "Goldenheart" is one of the most listened to and requested stories on our site." Review by Graham Ross - Director, National Storytelling Festival 1999 for SA Storytelling magazine and “Trad and Now” Folk Music Magazine “Like the bright cover and the animated Jenni Cargill in person, all tracks of this CD sparkle with vitality. The eight stories and songs will hold the attention of young children very effectively. They have obviously been thoughtfully selected, arranged and presented in collaboration with musician/producer Ian Blake. The duration of tracks, the range of countries of origin, themes and moods, together with varied presentations all invite children’s strong engagement. A superb addition to the range of CD’s produced by Australian storytellers.” Wonder Tales - SamplesListen to samples of the Wonder Tales CD here. Wonder Tales CD Buyers Testimonials/ Feedback“Our kids asked if they could ‘watch Molly Whuppie’. They obviously imagine the story so vividly they feel they are watching, not just listening!” - Jacquelyn Atkins, Mother and Soundhealing therapist “My sister in law gave my son copies of your CD “Wonder Tales” last Christmas. He listens to them non stop. We can’t wait for the new CD!” - Nick Wilson, father. “Wonder Tales” retained the interest of my son for years longer than any of his other spoken word CD’s.” - Anna Watson, mother. “I bought your CD ‘Wonder Tales of Earth and Sea’ for my kids a few years ago and they love it! Thank you. They call it 'The Giant CD' (Molly Whuppie is their favourite story). Your story Goldenheart combined with a story in Women Who Run With the Wolves inspired me to write one of my stories, which I have recorded.” - Tabitha Robortella, Mother. “Wonder Tales of Earth and Sea is one of the best childrens' CD's on the market and well deserving of the ‘99 audio book award. Beautiful world music enhances accomplished storytelling. Jenni Cargill knows her audience and has selected an engaging array of stories. My (then) 3 years old's daily ritual of listening to Molly Whuppie (Track 1) was a treat and we regularly clapped and knee-slapped in time to Long Long Long. I have bought over ten discs over the past two years as gifts for other lucky kids. It is an engaging, entertaining, high quality production.” - Kimberley Davenport, mother. “I think Jenni Cargill is a wonderful story teller. Exciting things always happen in her stories and she has an imagination like no one else. She is a great influence on a kid’s imagination.” - Lucy Serrett, (10 years old) ”When I first heard the CD of Jenni Cargill’s, with my children one night at bedtime, I was thrilled to experience the masterful choreography of each story. A visual landscape is created through the words and tone of each story and I noticed my children, and I, were hanging on each word.” - Genevieve Serrett, mother. |
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