Cantaré, a wonderful group based in the Washington DC area, has recently released a new CD called Mucha música. The group is led by vocalist Cecilia Esquivel and Dani Cortaza, who plays strings and bass and arranged most of the songs. Cantaré offers a combination of accessible language, culture, and fabulous music to children learning Spanish. You can learn more about the group and their Spanish songs for kids on the Cantaré website. You can also read a review of one of their earlier CDs here.
Cantaré is giving away 3 CDs to Spanish Playground readers: Mucha música, Al agua pato and Baila Para Gozar. Enter to win one of the three CDs in the Rafflecopter below. Sorry, U.S. shipping only on this one.
The new CD Mucha música has a varied, culturally-rich selection of Latin music. Most of these are Spanish songs for kids, although there are a few in English and Portuguese. The Latin rhythms include salsa, merengue, cha cha cha, samba, bossa nova, and vallenato. You can listen to clips and purchase songs on CD Baby and Amazon.
Outstanding Features of these Spanish Songs for Kids
- The songs are exceptionally clear, so that children can hear, understand and accurately repeat the sounds of Spanish.
- Actions and movement reinforce the meaning of songs and help children absorb and retain language.
- Latin culture comes through in traditional songs, Latin rhythms, and cultural content like pupusas, carnaval and el coquí.
- The music appeals to a wide range of ages, including adults.
- The CD includes friendship songs and songs with an ecological message. These Spanish songs for kids are idea for school assemblies.
- The album notes on the physical CD include lyrics for all the songs.
Mucha música is the right title for this CD because it has a lot of music. I’ll just mention two of my favorite songs and leave you to check out the rest. Both of these Spanish songs for kids incorporate dialog – a wonderful feature for language learners!
Me gustan las pupusas – This song is an excellent way to introduce children to this typical Central American food as they learn lots of language. It includes a very fun question and answer sequence: ¿Son pasteles? No, no son pasteles. ¿Son tamales? No, no son tamales, ¿Son tortillas? No, no son tortillas. ¿Yuca frita? ¡No, no, no!
Adiós – If you are looking for a new good-bye song for a class, this is a great option! Like Me gustan las pupusas, it includes a dialog. First, the song announces that the party is over and it’s time to go, and then the singers respond that no, they don’t want to go. It is a very fun song to sing! In fact, I won’t be a bit surprised to hear these lines when kids don’t want to leave.
In addition to the joy music brings children, it is one of the best ways to learn language. This new collection of Spanish songs for kids from Cantaré will delight the children in your life as they sing Spanish into their minds and hearts.
Angelina
Nov 17, 2014
At the last school I was teaching at I loved to use music videos and other videos I found on YouTube. The school I’m teaching at now doesn’t have projectors but I still find a lot of ideas online… Especially on this blog!
Susan
Nov 17, 2014
My one year old loves music! We’d love to win a CD…thanks for the chance!
Amy Rivera
Nov 17, 2014
I’d love to win these for my boys!! I think music is such a fun way to learn.
Heidi
Nov 17, 2014
Thank you for introducing me to another great CD collection.
Erin
Nov 17, 2014
I always look for fun ways to introduce and reinforce vocabulary or grammar lessons. Songs and skits are great for that!
Frances
Nov 17, 2014
We are long overdue for a new Spanish children’s music! Necesito canciones nuevas para mantener a mi niño entusiasmado con el Español. 🙂 Gracias for hosting this giveaway!
Ellen Adzima
Nov 17, 2014
I would love to add some music to my classes!
Joanna
Nov 17, 2014
I really look for printables for preschoolers online. I find tons in English, but not many in Spanish.
Yocelyn
Nov 17, 2014
I’m not allowed to use videos at the preschool where I work, so I am always looking for songs, rhymes with movement and free mini books.
Maria Gomulkiewicz
Nov 17, 2014
The Spanish language resources that I look for online are seasonal printables, songs, videos, books and anything else that could help me out with homeschooling my two children.
Jodi
Nov 18, 2014
I can’t wait to check out these CDs. My kids and students love music!
Liza
Nov 18, 2014
As a Spanish teacher I am constantly looking for any and all up to date resources that can help my students learn and enjoy Spanish!
Shana
Nov 19, 2014
I love any online educational games in Spanish. There is so much in English but limited in Spanish. Love music cds for my kids to listen to while in the car!
Deborah
Nov 22, 2014
Songs are definitely make students learn better spanish.
J Korynasz
Nov 22, 2014
Music is the best way for kids (and adults) to learn Spanish!
Lorena
Nov 22, 2014
I look for crafts, activities, games, etc. to enhance my curriculum.
LauraHS
Nov 23, 2014
I look for books, music and printables in terms of Spanish resources on-line. Plus tips and support! Thank you for a great giveaway – I agree, the song “Me Gustan Las Pupusas” is super cute!
Katie
Nov 23, 2014
I love the printable activities for our Escuelita, and the variety of interactive games and skits.
Ramos
Nov 23, 2014
This is a great project that will benefit many students. Thank you for sharing and I look forward to having this in my classes
Laura Leighton
Nov 23, 2014
I look for interactive games for the smartboard. My kids love when we play on the Smartboard! 🙂
Mercedes Harn
Nov 23, 2014
Me encantaría ganar el cd!
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