Bobby mcferrin jack nicholson the elephants child windham hill records wh0701 us, 1987. Jack nicholson did a beautiful job of narrating and bobby mcferrin s vocal stylings were a delightful addition. The elephants child rudyard kipling susannah fullerton. It perfectly combines nicholsons rich voice with mcferrins talent for childrens music. Pitchperfect, full of evocative and memorable phrases, moving and exciting, and written in language that is justso in every sense, this tale is one of the marvels of literature. I would have loved to be able to read about kipling, jack nicholson and bobby. In the high and faroff times the elephant, o best beloved, had no trunk. Bobby mcferrin uses his unique voice in a totally original way. Rudyard kiplings story of how the elephant got its trunk has always delighted children with its playful use of language and sense of high adventure. Apr 26, 2014 bobby mcferrins music creates a mesmerizing atmosphere to the story as his voice sounds like it is so far off the distance. Elephants child jack nicholson for sale hot christmas toys 2019. The elephants child audiobook rudyard kipling audible.
Jack nicholson, bobby mcferrin, rudyard kipling the. The elephants child, told by jack nicholson with music by. Jack nicholson, bobby mcferrin the elephants child 1987, vinyl. Never has there been a more satisfying rendering of kiplings most beloved just so story, which explains what the world was like in the beginning o. You must add this to your audible library, oh best beloved. He is known for his vocal techniques, such as singing fluidly but with quick and considerable jumps in pitchfor example, sustaining a melody while also rapidly alternating with arpeggios and harmoniesas well as scat singing, polyphonic overtone singing, and improvisational vocal percussion. Jack nicholson the elephants child releases discogs. The elephant s child, told by jack nicholson with music by bobby mcferrin 51 8. The complete list of true onehit wonders cuepoint medium.
The elephant s child, told by jack nicholson with music by bobby mcferrin by jack nicholson actor, bobby mcferrin actor format. Vhs the jungle book movie video cassette tape disney 1995 rudyard kipling. Never has there been a more satisfying rendering of kipling s most beloved just so story, wh. Grammy award for best children s music album is an honor presented since 2012 at the grammy awards, a ceremony that was established in 1958 and originally called the gramophone awards. But you do find it in this utterly magical short story, the elephants child, by rudyard kipling. I love watching rudyard kiplings the elephants child. The elephants child by rudyard kipling online literature.
Recordings for children from windham hill printed in the u. Story, spoken word, ambient jack nicholson, bobby mcferrin the elephant s child 1987, cd discogs. Were a santa fe, new mexico group that creates original audiobook recordings. Oct 01, 2018 the tale of how the elephant got its trunk is one of the most beloved of the just so stories rudyard kipling wrote for children. Rudyard kipling, tim raglin, jack nicholson, bobby mcferrin. Bobby mcferrin has made 19 studio albums during his career. The grammy award for best children s album from 2020. Enjoy the best bobby mcferrin quotes at brainyquote.
The elepannts child kolo, kolo, kolo the elephant s child lullaby snake. Discover more music, concerts, videos, and pictures with the largest catalogue online at. The book is a flimsy paperback, and the illustrations are minimal, but its impossible to ruin this great story. I have always loved the elephant s child and read it to my children many times. It was his commercial breakthrough album, containing the hit single dont worry, be happy, also featured in the film cocktail. The elephants child 1987 music by bobby mcferrin narrator jack nicholson. Bobby mcferrin is the author of dont worry, be happy 4. Esperanza spalding on the sunny side of the street live. The elephants child, told by jack nicholson with music by bobby mcferrin 51 8. May 16, 2015 a classic tale by rudyard kipling, creator of the jungle book, narrated by the amazing jack nicholson with the exceptional music by bobby mcferrin.
May 2, 2012 i love watching rudyard kiplings the elephant s child narrated by jack nicholson music by bobby mcferrin there is actually a movie. At one point he wants to know what crocodiles are and what one would have for dinner, gets spanked, but finds out where to go to find a crocodile. To see what your friends thought of this book, please sign up. Sep 23, 1987 the magic of books read in childhood, or of books read to us in childhood, is something we never quite forget. Now we have this cd available, so the younger grandboys can enjoy it too. Narrated by jack nicholson with musical accompaniment by bobby mcferrin. Narrated by jack nicholson, music by bobby mcferrin. The elephants child is the first just so story introduced in the rabbit ears storybook classics series and is easily one of rabbit ears finest videos since it won a grammy award in the late 80s. This rudyard kipling book used to be a favorite with our now two adult children. Rich illustrations from the work of the famous artist alexander calder accompany scat singer bobby mcferrins catchy lyrics to the popular song dont worry, be happy. He had only a blackish, bulgy nose, as big as a boot, that he could wriggle about from side to side. Bobby mcferrins music creates a mesmerizing atmosphere to the story as his voice sounds like it is so far off the distance. Simple pleasures is the fourth studio album by american singer and musician bobby mcferrin. Honors in various categories are presented at the ceremony annually by the national academy of recording arts and sciences of the united states to.
Never has there been a more satisfying rendering of kiplings most beloved just so story, which explains what the world was like in the beginning of years when the world was new and all. The elephant s child was a shortnosed creature that was always curious, but for every question he asked of a relative he got spanked. Bobby mcferrin jack nicholson the elephant s child windham hill records wh0701 us, 1987. The elephants child lullaby bobby mcferrin youtube. Elephants child is a classic story by rudyard kipling that teaches us to be true to our own inner nature and to follow our natural curiosities wherever they may lead. This is a great reading of kiplings the elephants child from the just so stories. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Jack nicholson is the perfect narrator, and does a fine job with different voices for the various characters, and the vocal music by bobby mcferrin goes well with the story.
The elephants child r kipling lp jack nicholson bobby mcfarrin windham promo. Jack nicholson, bobby mcferrin the elephants child. Jack nicholson one of rudyard kiplings just so stories, this story takes us right to the edge of the great graygreen, greasy limpopo river where the insatiably curious baby elephant finds out what the crocodile. The elephants child, told by jack nicholson with music by bobby mcferrin 1981rudyard. I would have loved to be able to read about kipling, jack nicholson and bobby mcferen recording it. Looking glass video library rudyard kipling the elephants. Tim raglins illustrations are brilliant and colorful, especially of the forest where the elephants child lives in as the trees are green and pink. The elephant s child is the first just so story introduced in the rabbit ears storybook classics series and is easily one of rabbit ears finest videos since it won a grammy award in the late 80s. Rudyard kiplings tale of how the elephant got its trunk has always delighted with its playful use of. Thanks, also, to all my friends and elephants who helped by offering their song suggestions. Simple pleasures has gone triple platinum, with dont worry, be happy winning the 1988 grammy awards for song of the year, record of the year and best pop vocal. King midas enjoyed turning everything he touched to gold until he discovered that gold food was hard to eat and gold daughters cold to hug. Jun 02, 20 series for world tv 1980 s animated and directed by sheila graber on her own,in one year.
It is rare to find perfection anywhere in this world. The elephants child vhs jack nicholson rudyard kipling bobby mcferrin. The elephants child audio cassette may 1 1987 by bobby mcferrin author 4. Quotations by bobby mcferrin, american musician, born march 11, 1950. Rudyard kipling s story of how the elephant got its trunk has always delighted children with its playful use of language and sense of high adventure. Though i loved having my parents read to me as a child, my favorite medium for these stories has always been the audiobooks, narrated by jack nicholson, with music and sound effects by bobby mcferrin yes, that bobby mcferrin. I also have photos of our cerritos 1985 reunionso enjoyed working along side your mom at fullerton college back in 1981 when i was teaching improvisationand started a smooth jazz combo class. The story by rudyard kipling as told by jack nicholson w bobby mcferrin making the backround music and sounds was new when my youngest child was a little girl. The elephants child, told by jack nicholson with music by bobby mcferrin. The elephant s child, told by jack nicholson with music by bobby mcferrin 1981rudyard kiplings just so story i just streamed it from amazon and i loved it.
My sis had an idea to start a sly and the family stone tribute bandget some of our cerritos college alumni together. I have seen quite a few illustrated versions of this book. The only disappointing thing about the elephant s child was that the cd didnt come with any liner notes. Filmstrip archives 08 the elephants child by rudyard. In his musical career he has won 10 grammy awards discography albums. Jack nicholson the elephants child 1987, vinyl discogs. I have always loved the elephants child and read it to my children many times. Jack nicholson one of rudyard kipling s just so stories, this story takes us right to the edge of the great graygreen, greasy limpopo river where the insatiably curious baby elephant finds out what the crocodile.
Mar 10, 2016 in this episode of classroom filmstrips, rudyard kiplings the elephants child is told over beautifully illustrated film slides. She was enchanted by the story and enjoyed listening to it often, which im sure assisted her love of reading as well as music. The insatiably curious elephant s child peppers every animal he meets with questions about the mysterious crocodile who lives on the banks of the lompopo river. Jun, 2014 this post is dedicated to my dad, who instilled good musical taste in me from an early age and is an allaround great guygenerous, kind, calm, thoughtful, openminded. Nov 14, 2014 ive always been fascinated by true onehit wonders. The elephants child 1987 audio cd jack nicholson bobby. Jan 31, 2016 buy the elephants child by kipling, rudyard isbn. The elephants child by rudyard kipling rabbit ears. Bobby mcferrin appears courtesy of blue note records. Jack nicholson did a beautiful job of narrating and bobby mcferrins vocal stylings were a delightful addition. Rudyard kiplings the elephant s child, as read by jack nicholson and music by bobby mcferrin may 16, 2015 a classic tale by rudyard kipling, creator of the jungle book, narrated by the amazing jack nicholson with the exceptional music by bobby mcferrin. This is a great reading of kipling s the elephant s child from the just so stories. He is probably best known for his 1988 hit song, dont worry, be happy.
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