Folk Music from around the World This cultural music show, stars ‘CJ and his musical puppets’, and explains the origins of folk music from different countries. As well as being an accomplished musician and entertainer, CJ is also a skilled ventriloquist (the kids love seeing the age old art of ventriloquism and often haven’t been previously exposed to it!). With his hilarious puppet friends including ‘Nigel the crocodile’ and ‘Lewis the Lion’, CJ’s journey begins in Spain where the children are introduced to the Flamenco Guitar and an interactive song that helps teach basic Spanish language. Then, just like the settlers did many years ago CJ moves from Europe to the Appalachian mountains of North America for a good ol’ ‘hoe down’, before heading to England where ‘wise Clive’ teaches the kids about some of the most loved folklore legends. The loveable ‘Roger the monkey’ also makes an appearance and teaches the children all about Mento (Jamaican folk music). The show features songs that were purposely written for it, as well as folk classics such as: ‘The grand old duke of York’, ‘Yellow Bird’, and ‘home among the gumtrees’ Catchy lyrics, quick to learn dance moves and important messages are all combined to make this exploration of folk music both an informative and very entertaining experience.

Ideal for: Libraries, community events, kids parties and holiday programs!