Sing a Little Song

PreS-K—Singer, songwriter, early childhood music teacher Brian Vogan's follow-up to his debut CD, Little Songs (CDBaby.com, 2008), is a delightful mix of musical genres that will appeal to children and parents alike. "How to Fly," featuring movements that will work well in a story time setting, and "27," a counting song, both have a mellow, indie rock feel. "Cross the Street" has a very catchy chorus that teaches children that "when you cross the street you gotta look both ways even if the sign says it's ok." Sandwiched between lists of all kinds of motor vehicles, the chorus will stick in children's heads for a long time. A doo-wop rhythm creates a fascinating song about all of the things that a tow truck does, while an almost metal beat backs "Wash Your Hands," a tune about getting rid of those pesky germs. "Last Thanksgiving" is a funny story in song about a giant turkey that got away. Among the other songs are "One Tiny Little Frog," "Space," and "Dinosaurs." Listeners will want to play this well-produced album with great kid appeal again and again.—Veronica Schwartz De Fazio, Plainfield Public Library District, IL