Lang Lang: Carnival of the Animals

Description

Lang Lang’s recording of ‘Carnival of the Animals’, interspersed with narration by famous TV host and comedian Jimmy Fallon. With his ‘Carnival of the Animals’, a whimsical menagerie that has captivated young hearts for generations, Lang Lang continues his heartfealt wish to promote the love of classical music to kids. Saint-Saëns’s most famous piece is the ultimate classical gem for kids and a delightful experience of listeners of all ages. Even more so in a narrated version – here with text by the American poet Ogden Nash (1902 -1971). To quote the last line of the poet Ogden Nash’s words – Jimmy Fallon ‘has done a miraculous thingling’.

Tracklisting

Disc 1
1. Introduction – The Lion’s Royal March (Camille Saint-Saens) – Various Performers
2. Hens and Roosters (Camille Saint-Saens) – Various Performers
3. Jackasses (Wild Animals) (Camille Saint-Saens) – Various Performers
4. Tortoises (Camille Saint-Saens) – Various Performers
5. The Elephant (Camille Saint-Saens) – Various Performers
6. Kangaroos (Camille Saint-Saens) – Various Performers
7. Aquarium (Camille Saint-Saens) – Various Performers
8. Personages With Long Ears (Camille Saint-Saens) – Various Performers
9. The Cuckoo in the Deep Woods (Camille Saint-Saens) – Various Performers
10. Aviary (Camille Saint-Saens) – Various Performers
11. Pianists (Camille Saint-Saens) – Various Performers
12. Fossils (Camille Saint-Saens) – Various Performers
13. The Swan (Camille Saint-Saens) – Various Performers
14. Finale (Camille Saint-Saens) – Various Performers