CJ's Musical Puppet Adventure
Music from around the World
In this cultural music performance, 'CJ' and his puppet friends travel through the origins of music from different countries. Using humour, catchy songs and an array of instruments the journey begins in CJ’s native land of England. In London we learn about the origins of British Skiffle with all its fun related home-made instruments such as the Washboard and the Kazoo. A humorous song about the folklore legend Robin Hood follows which introduces the Banjo-lele, Ukulele, and Whistle before heading to Spain for more fun.
In Spain 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 home here to Australia. Sing along songs about environmental issues such as protecting ourselves from the sun and saving water are also featured.
Catchy lyrics, quick to learn dance moves and important messages are all combined to make this exploration of world music both an informative and very entertaining experience.
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What other centres have said:
Fun. Energetic. Engaging the children in a variety of ways using puppets, music and costumes keeping them engaged, stimulated and attentive. Allowing them to get up and dance occasionally was a great way to maintain concentration. Very talented, creative and professional. Excellent.
Renee East. Eastwood Early Learning Centre and Kindergarten. Bairnsdale. VIC.
Children and Staff loved it. CJ, the performer sang and acted out all types of music from all around the world. As well as using various instruments throughout the show our children were introduced to various types of music from Australia, Spain, England and America. They laughed, danced and sang all the way through the performance! Waltzing Matilda was one of the Australian songs and Nate and Paige sang along in the crowd. When CJ bought out the puppets, Wise Clive and Nigel, our children enjoyed listening to their songs and jokes. Children copied Clive as he said greetings in various languages and showed enthusiasm as they contributed to this experience.
Michelle Bennett. Bairnsdale Childcare and Kinder. Bairnsdale. VIC.
Price: $6.60 per child (GST included) or $415.80 ($378 + $37.80 GST) whichever is greater.
Suitable: 2 to 6 year olds.
Times: Show: 45 - 50 minutes. Set up: 40 minutes. Pack up: 40 minutes.
Requires an indoor performing area 4m deep x 5m wide.
Aussie Kids Rock ABN: 12 705 665 598.
