Lullabies: An Illustrated Songbook

by Richard Kapp (Editor)

Words and music for thirty-seven of the most beloved traditional lullabies are gathered in this lavishly illustrated songbook. From the enduring “Rock-a-Bye Baby” to the winsome “Brahms’ Lullaby” to the amusing “Little Boy Blue,” each song is thoughtfully matched with works of art from the Metropolitan Museum’s vast collections. Paintings by Vincent van Gogh and Mary Cassatt, a photograph by Eliot Porter of his infant son, and an Eskimo stone carving of a mother and child are among the many works that grace the pages of this stunning book.

Music arranged by Richard Kapp.

Contents:
Hush, little baby --
Dance to your daddy --
Now the day is over --
All the pretty little horses --
Mammy loves --
Sleep, baby, sleep --
Dance, little baby --
Brahms' lullaby --
Armenian lullaby --
Swing low, sweet chariot --
Can ye sew cushions --
Mozart's lullaby --
The sandman --
Raisins and almonds --
All through the night --
Golden slumbers --
Skidamarink --
Day is done --
Suo gan (lullaby) --
By'm bye --
Rocking --
Baby's bed's a silver moon --
Rock-a-bye, baby --
Little Boy Blue --
Baloo, baleerie --
Brezairola (lullaby) --
Kumbayah --
Raindrops --
Sweet and low --
Fais dodo = Go to sleep --
Toora, loora, loora --
Bye, baby bunting --
Twinkle, twinkle, little star --
When at night I go to sleep --
Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John --
All night, all day --
Good night to you all.

Genres: Music, Childrens, Art, Picture Books

96 pages, Hardcover

First published October 15, 1997

Reviews

[DivaDiane SM · Rating 5 out of 5]

A friend gave me this book and I've always loved it, but my son never wanted me to sing from it until recently. It's a beautifully illustrated songbook - just like the title says - with music (melody and accompaniment) and paintings from the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The lullabies are from all over the world and the other day my son wanted me to sing one after the other and to look at and talk about the pictures.

[Kim McKay · Rating 5 out of 5]

Not only are the illustrations wonderful, the arrangements are about the nicest I've ever seen at this difficulty level: beautiful, well-thought out, original, and fun to play. Lovely selection of music from around the world.

[Kathy Roderer · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a beautiful book of lullabies, including musical accompaniments. The illustrations are works of art from The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Well known and famous songs are included, as well as more obscure, but delightful songs to end the day. Songs from many countries are included, and a the background of each is also given. This would make a wonderful gift for a new baby, but could be enjoyed by all ages.

[Susan]

Another beautiful book with music.