Mike Mulligan and His Steam Shovel 2004

About the Album: In the tradition of Peter and the Wolf, Magic Maestro Music/Kidsä presents Virginia Lee BurtonÕs beloved childrenÕs tale, Mike Mulligan and His Steam Shovel¨, for narrator and symphony orchestra. The first in the new Stories in Musicª series for children ages five and up, Mike Mulligan¨ features original music composed and conducted by Stephen Simon, which brings this classic story to life in a fresh, wondrous way. The recording features the London Philharmonic Orchestra, which exposes the child to the magical sounds of a world class orchestra. Mike Mulligan¨ originally premiered at the Stories in Musicª childrenÕs concert series, produced by Bonnie and Stephen Simon, at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. Going beyond providing great music and storytelling, Magic Maestro Music/Kidsª also includes a Program Book with Mike Mulligan¨, providing background information on the music, composer, author and story. While enjoying this wonderful listening experience, the Stories in Musicª series also helps expand a childÕs musical horizons and teaches them how to not just hear, but to listen. This CD has garnered numerous awards and accolades including: Parents' Choice Gold, Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Platinum, iParenting Media HOT, National Association of Parenting Publications (NAPPA) Gold, National Parenting Center Seal of Approval, Teacher's Choice Award. It is also a Booklist's Editor's Choice and was recognized by Child magazine as one of 2004's Top 10 Children's CDs.

Label: Magic Maestro Music/Kids