Guitar Lullaby by Ricardo Cobo Ellipsis Arts

Product Description: Parents with more than a passing interest in classical music and those who make a point of keeping up with sleep studies are apt to be drawn to Guitar Lullaby, which presents 17 tranquil, snooze-inducing songs in two pleasing programs. A lot of research went into this album: the soothing speech patterns parents instinctively switch on when calming children were put under the microscope, as were the soporific effects of traditional "Hush-a-Bye, Baby"-type lullabies and the musical structures restless young ears respond to best. In the liner notes, producer Keith Pearcy explains that children's music mustn't be complicated. To that end, Guitar Lullaby's bag of technical tricks includes short phrases and quicker-than-average resolution to musical structures. The first nine tracks are intended for older children (say, ages 5 and up), while the last eight are for the very young. Each of the two programs starts with an energetic though hardly rollicking number then winds down gradually to slow, gentle strumming. Throughout, Ricardo Cobo, formerly of the Bogotá Philharmonic, displays his gift for getting a guitar to give off emotions--in this case, pure, uncluttered, peaceful ones. And that makes it sort of a shame to tuck this recording into the narrow lullaby category. Although its sleep-promoting potential will serve an important purpose for many, its calming qualities are best enjoyed when the whole family's wide-awake. --Tammy La Gorce

Customer Reviews

5 stars Beautiful!
This is an excellent CD. It sounds beautiful. The melodies are so warm soothing. Our baby falls asleep to this almost every night! I love it too. It's sure to please babies and adults alike. You won't be disappointed.

5 stars Blissful Perfection
My babies are grown so these lullabies are for my ears. I never tire of listening to Ricardo Cobo's guitar- just lovely! Thank you.

5 stars Very peaceful and enjoyable
I am a classroom teacher. I first heard this CD when babysitting for my friend's baby and really enjoyed it. So I bought the CD and I actually play it in my classroom while the kids are doing quiet seatwork. It is peaceful and enjoyable to listen to.

5 stars Love it
My husband and I listened to this CD while I was in labor with my first son. It really set the tone for a beautiful birth. We still play it often and enjoy the relaxing mood it sets for the family. I highly recommend this CD for the whole family.

5 stars Unexpectedly perfect
My 2 year old and I have been listening to this album almost every night since she was born. It manages to be simultaneously beautiful, relaxing and interesting. It's great for falling asleep to but I would also recommend it for any other time you want to hear some amazing guitar.

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