Lyrical storytelling in various styles of musical arrangements that are pure, wholesome, witty, upbeat and fun to dance and sing-along-to while encouraging children's self esteem, creativity, individuality and positive problem-solving skills.

11 MP3 Songs
KIDS/FAMILY: General Children's Music, KIDS/FAMILY: Children's Storytelling



Details:
âMY TURKEY WANTS HIS DRUMSTICK BACK! And, Other Childrenâs Songsâ is a CD of original, catchy offbeat tunes and tales for children ages 2-7. All words, music and vocals are by Leslie E. Hendricks, and the CD includes 11 songs in various styles of musical arrangements that are upbeat and fun; both to listen, as well as dance along to; from Country to Calypso, Jazz to Irish jig⦠and more! The lyrics are pure and wholesome, witty and humorous, and the content of the songs are meant to encourage childrenâs self esteem, creativity, individuality and positive problem-solving skills. Adults also enjoy the music for its pure nostalgic quality. In fact, many of the songs are remnants of Leslieâs own childhood memories. For instance, âRosaâs Pancake Hatâ was based on a large pancake her father had made for her at breakfast when she was about 7 years old. âDad had lots of batter left over and decided to make a huge pancake with itâ. âTo be funny, he put the pancake on my head. Needless to say, we both giggled. Though it was silly, it was a memorable momentâ. And, never forgetting that experience, Leslie has turned memory into magical song! Originally recorded at RIMO SOUND in West Orange, NJ, musical arrangements are by composer/musician, Dave Rimelis.

By definition, Hendricks is a renaissance woman: a NY State licensed Massage Therapist by profession since 1988, she is also a recognized writer, artist and singer/songwriter/entertainer for children. Ms. Hendricks simultaneously grew up in Greenwich Village, NYC, Paris, France and rural New England before graduating from the University of Connecticut (Liberal Arts & Sciences) in 1973.

Since 1993 Leslie has enjoyed living and working in Montclair, NJ. And, in 1998 creating music for youngsters was truly a labor of love when she saw the birth of her first childrenâs music cassette (now in CD format) âMy Turkey Wants His Drumstick Back! And Other Childrenâs Songsâ after a ânine month creative gestation periodâ. Her friend, and piano technician âextraordinaireâ, David R. Lutter, had given Leslie the basic premise for the main theme and title song, which is set to a lively country arrangement. If you think about it, we celebrate all other holidays in song, but have no major Thanksgiving Day songs on the market. âMY TURKEY WANTS HIS DRUMSTICK BACK!â (an obvious play on words) is a Thanksgiving Day song with a patriotic theme while saluting Tom Turkey as a hero. Though Leslie has composed all the songs on the CD, she gladly shares credit with David Lutter for the turkey melody because it was his brainchild.

Performance venues have included, major well known bookstores such as Barnes and Nobles Booksellers, BORDERS Books and Music, public libraries, fairs, Pre-K and elementary schools, âFirst Nightâ and church events, etc. In 2000, Leslieâs childrenâs song, âSlippery Annâ received âHonorable Mentionâ from the nationally recognized John Lennon Songwriting Contest.

HEREâS WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING:
(Leslieâs) âinteractive program engaged and captivated children of different ages from start to finishâ. Mary Bogden, Community Relations Manager, BARNES & NOBLE Booksellers, West Paterson, NJ â

âThe CD was a big hit with my grandchildren, especially Michelle (age 5). She brought it to school and plays it over and over again, at home and in the car. Her brother, Tommy (age 7) has to ask her to let him use itâ. Maryanne Lombardo, NYC

(Leslieâs) âbeautiful and humorous lyrics and music were like magic creating beautiful smilesâ Valerie Ocasio, Special Education Teacher, Dr. W.F. Robinson School, Bayonne, NJ


My desire is to share from the heart while sparking joy, imagination and inspiration. Enjoy! - Leslie E. Hendricks, 2006