A Dream of Jazz Audiobook by Kim Maerkl
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Title: A Dream of Jazz
Author: Kim Maerkl
Narrator: August Zirner
Format: Original Recording
Length: 39 mins
Language: English
Release date: 01-18-17
Publisher: Atlantic Crossing Records
Genres: Kids, Ages 5-7
Publisher's Summary:
A Dream of Jazz takes the listener on a historic and tuneful ride to Cleveland in the 1940s. The city, jazz, and friendship are celebrated through the eyes of the teenage friends Don and John. Their thoughts are filled with nothing but jazz, and their troubles are carried away on the magic carpet of the music. The spirit and power of jazz are captured in Kim Maerkl's compelling production. Her original compositions combined with the smooth storytelling voice of renowned Austro-American actor August Zirner and the sophisticated playing of the band Fourscore is a musical treat for jazz lovers of any age.
Author biography: Kim Maerkl was born in 1961 in Cleveland, Ohio. She is an author, composer, and producer. Her works have been performed in concert halls and theaters throughout Europe and released by publishers in America, Germany and Switzerland. She is a Fulbright scholar.
Narrator biography: August Zirner was born in 1956 in Urbana, Illinois, and is the son of Austrian-Jewish immigrants. He has appeared in over 100 films and television shows and is one of the most popular actors in Germany. He co-starred in The Counterfeiters, which won an Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film.
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Members Reviews:
An exciting tale of Jazz in Cleveland!
Having grown up in Cleveland, Ohio, the storyline of "A Dream of Jazz" really sparked my interest. As with Kim Maerkl's other compositions, this story does not disappoint. My children's grandfather was a huge jazz fan and drummer, so they grew up listening to it. They really loved the music in this production and the story that went along with it. We listen to this CD often. Kim Maerkl proves to be able to appeal to different musical interests and eras and her storytelling attracts both young and old.
Jazz is alive and well
Fantastic music from a bygone Era. Kim Maerkl's music and storytelling are compelling. This is what good music is all about. My kids who are 10 and 8, love the story and are really getting in to jazz . It's a great diversion that helps develop their imagination, which sadly in our electronic age is lacking. This CD takes you back to a simpler time and place. Recommended listening for any age.
If your kids donât love jazz yet, let listen them to A Dream of Jazz
If your kids donât love jazz yet, they will after listening to this CD. Great story and narration too. The music is fantastic and will keep your feet tapping.