Jungle Night

Sandra Boynton and Yo-Yo Ma come together for Jungle Night, a soothing bedtime board book that guides us through the jungle to hear the distinctive, gentle snore of each animal. A free downloadable recording of the book is available, with each animal snore interpreted by Yo-Yo Ma's expressive, playful cello. The coolest lullaby ever is "Jungle Gymnopédie No. 1," a polyrhythmic jungle-y arrangement by Boynton of Erik Saties renowned piece, with Yo-Yo Ma on cello, guitar played by Ron Block of Alison Krauss Union Station, and drums by Kevin MacLeod.

Format: Board book
Length: 18 pages
Publication date: 20 July 2023
Publisher: Simon & Schuster

Two renowned artists, Sandra Boynton and Yo-Yo Ma, have collaborated to create a captivating bedtime board book titled "Jungle Night." This enchanting tale takes readers on a journey through the lush and vibrant jungle, where they can immerse themselves in the soothing sounds of various animals. The book features delightful illustrations that bring the jungle to life, accompanied by a free downloadable recording that features Yo-Yo Ma's expressive cello interpretations of each animal's distinctive snore.

One of the highlights of "Jungle Night" is the captivating lullaby titled "Jungle Gymnopédie No. 1." This polyrhythmic arrangement, created by Sandra Boynton, features Yo-Yo Ma on cello, Ron Block on guitar, and Kevin MacLeod on drums. The piece is a mesmerizing jungle-y rendition of Erik Satie's renowned composition, and it is sure to lull even the most restless animals into a peaceful slumber.

Sandra Boynton and Yo-Yo Ma's collaboration on "Jungle Night" is a testament to their artistic prowess and their ability to create a truly enchanting experience for children and adults alike. The book's combination of soothing sounds, captivating illustrations, and a mesmerizing lullaby is sure to become a beloved bedtime staple for years to come.

Weight: 238g
Dimension: 191 x 504 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781665925198