WHY THE DOG CHASES THE CAT

Inventive and inviting! Holt and Mooney offer a lively collection of stories that will delight all ages. Chosen as a 1995 ALA Notable Recording the combination of storytelling and music is hard to beat. Some of the tales have the traditional origins of Joel Chandler Harris's Uncle Remus tales, but Holt and Mooney put a delightful, modern spin on each. The package notes detail the origins of each of the six stories. "Is It Deep Enough," and "The Whirlwind" both demand careful control of loud and soft refrains from more than one set of voices. The clarity of the entire recording including sound modulation and sound effects is exceptional. This title should be a staple in all collections. R.F.W. Winner of AUDIOFILE Earphones Award ©AudioFile, Portland, Maine [Published: JUNE 95]