The Mother's Nursery Songs
Whimsical nursery rhymes and musical lullabies for young mindsBy Thomas Hastings
Length1h 12m
About this audiobook
In "The Mother's Nursery Songs," Thomas Hastings expertly weaves a delicate tapestry of lullabies and children'Äôs songs that reflect the tender bond between mother and child. Rich in lyrical beauty and musicality, Hastings'Äô work encapsulates the spirit of 19th-century America, drawing on folk traditions and the burgeoning Romanticism of his time. Each song is imbued with an emotional resonance, inviting readers to explore themes of love, nurturing, and the innocence of childhood, while simultaneously serving as a practical resource for mothers wishing to create a nurturing environment for their young ones. Thomas Hastings, a prominent figure in American music, was deeply influenced by his upbringing in a devout family and his passion for hymnody and folk melodies. His commitment to educational reform and child development is evident throughout his life'Äôs work, as he consistently sought to blend musical instruction with moral and emotional upbringing. It is this dedication that inspired Hastings to compile and compose songs that not only entertain but also educate, signaling his profound understanding of a mother'Äôs role in shaping her child'Äôs early experiences. Hastings'Äô "The Mother's Nursery Songs" is an essential addition to the libraries of parents, educators, and musicians alike. It offers not just a collection of songs, but a touchstone for familial connection and the joys of nurturing. Ideal for those wishing to enrich the lives of their children through the power of song, this volume is a celebration of the simple yet profound act of singing together.
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GenreOther
Length1 hr 12 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMay 18, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1PREFACE.
26O POOR LITTLE ROBIN.
2INTRODUCTION.
27O, HEAR THE CHICKENS.
3PART I. —— THE CRADLE.
28CHERRIES ARE RIPE.
4LULLABY.
29HARK THE BELL.
5SLEEP, BABY, SLEEP.
30BABY IS CRYING.
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6HUSHABY.
31BABY IS SICK.
7SLUMBER SWEET.
32THE APPEAL.
8SOFTLY IN THE CRADLE LIE.
33LOVE MY FATHER.
9O, DO NOT WAKE.
34SEE THE NAUGHTY KITTEN.
10WELCOME, WELCOME.
35O WHAT A NAUGHTY DOG.
11HOW GENTLY SHE SLEEPS.
36TO INFANT SCHOOL.
12O DEAR ONE.
37O DON'T HURT THE DOG.
13O MY PRECIOUS LITTLE GEM.
38TOLL THE BELL.
14SAFE SLEEPING.
39PART III. —— THE CLASS ROOM.
15HUSH, HUSH.
40CREATION.
16WEEP NOT.
41THE ARK AND DOVE.
17MOTHER DEAR, THE BABY CRIES.
42PLEYEL'S HYMN.[5]
18PART II. —— THE NURSERY.
43THE MOON IS VERY FAIR.
19THE MERRY LARK.
44THE COMMANDMENTS.[6]
20UP IN THE MORNING.
45GOOD LITTLE GIRLS.
21DAWN OF DAY.
46HOW I LOVE MY TENDER MOTHER.
22TIME TO ARISE.
47THE BEES.
23O, WILD IS THY JOY.
48I SAW AN OLD COTTAGE.
24LITTLE JACK.
49THE CHATTERBOX.[7]
25AH, WHY WILL MY DEAR.
50THE SCALE.[8]
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