TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Musical Toys Product Category

Wowwee Paper Jamz Pro Mic by WOWWEE GROUP LTD.

WowWee Paper Jamz are affordable and innovative instruments that provide an instant rock star experience and open-ended play. The creative blend of technology and play is made possible with Active Graphics Technology circuit-embedded paper, which allows kids to play like a pro by simply touching the paper surface. With cutting-edge technology, this Paper Jamz Pro microphone lets anyone sound like a pop star. USB cable included. For ages 8 and above. Batteries 3 x “AAA” (not included). 10/19/2011 (Price: $39.99)

Jungle Jam by BATTAT INC.

There’s a conga in the Congo with these 10 wild instruments. Includes Leopard conga drum with 10-bell tambourine lid; Antelope slide whistle; Hornbill water whistle; 2 giraffe maracas; Croc cabasa & clacker; Twister hand drum and 2 snake drumsticks. 10/17/2011

MED SNGL HAND BONGO W/MALLET by RHYTHM BAND INSTRUMENTS LLC

All single hand bongos are made of natural color wood with quality skin heads and nylon strap handles. A mallet is included. 10/7/2011 (Price: $13.55) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

PLASTIC RIM 6 TAMBOURINE by RHYTHM BAND INSTRUMENTS LLC

Rugged and built to last. These unique tambourines incorporate an unbreakable, reinforced polystyrene rim with cowhide head. Top quality jingles (with rounded edges) complement these superior quality tambourines and provide superb tone. Cowhide heads. 10/7/2011 (Price: $7.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

21 CHORD CHROMAHARP by RHYTHM BAND INSTRUMENTS LLC

Versatility is the key to this member of the ChromaHarp® family. The following 21 chord bars enable the player to literally play hundreds of songs. Construction and design feature torsion-tight tuning pins, pre-stressed maple frame, maple top and back. 10/7/2011 (Price: $262.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

8 NOTE GLOCKENSPIEL by RHYTHM BAND INSTRUMENTS LLC

This unique bell set is great for early childhood. The note names are indicated on each of the individually colored bars. Accurately pitched with a diatonic range from c2 to c3, and a pair of mallets are included. All corners are rounded for safety. 10/7/2011 (Price: $12.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Early Learning Melody Panda and On the Go Lion by THE LEARNING JOURNEY INTERNATIONAL

These portable hand-held talking animals are cute and colorful and as much fun as they look.  Kids can learn all about musical instruments and transportation sounds as well as their favorite nursery rhyme melodies.  The animal pals feature two play modes, light-up buttons, friendly voices and activities and an auto shut-off feature.  Early Learning Animal Pals will soon become your child’s favorite toy.  Ages 18+ months. 8/3/2011 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Fun with Friends Musical Table by FISHER-PRICE INC.

Each corner of this table has an entire interactive learning center with lights and a friendly character who invites baby to play, encouraging movement and exploration all around the table. Baby can learn letters, numbers, counting, first words, colors, shapes, opposites, animals and much more - in English and Spanish. Musical fun includes sing-along songs, tunes, real instrument sounds and a variety of music styles. Requires 3 AA batteries (not included). 7/25/2011 (Price: $44.99)

High Seas Symphony by MELISSA & DOUG

Strike up the band with this toddler-safe set of wooden rhythm instruments for kids 18 months and older. Four friendly, easy-to-grasp instruments jingle, shake and clack. The instruments promote fine motor, auditory and creative expression skills while instilling appreciation of music and movement.
— In a January 2012 survey, Jen Fairclough, assistant manager of Magic Box LTD in New Orleans, La., told TDmonthly that they sell six of this item each month, making it one of their top-two best selling musical products. 5/2/2011 (Price: $19.99)

Dancing Hat- Jingle Bells by UNISON GIFTS INC.

These holiday hats come in festive colors with a white faux-fur trim. Press the trim and the hat dances about while playing the classic tune "Jingle Bells." Requires 3AA batteries. ( Watch Video) 4/6/2011 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Forget-Me-Not Duet by PBC INTERNATIONAL INC.

12" Elephant and mouse duet. They sing verses together and separately. Mouths move while singing the Irving Gordon song made famous by Nat King Cole, "Unforgettable." The elephant's baritone is offset by the mouse's sweet soprano. ( Watch Video) 4/6/2011 (Price: $30.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

AirBorn Stork Baby Boy by PBC INTERNATIONAL INC.

This plush 11" stork flies on his blue plane with precious cargo. A jaunty blue cap and gingham bow in pale blue continue the baby boy nursery theme. Propeller spins and displays the light up message "Special Delivery!" while the Stork sings, “Hush Little Baby." ( Watch Video) 4/6/2011 (Price: $25.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Mimicking Monkey by CLOUD B

Easily take playtime to bedtime with Mimicking Monkey. Mimicking Monkey’s unique dual track voiceover option allows parents to record personal messages along with each sound to personalize their child’s play, relax or bedtime environment. Familiar voices and soothing sounds can help children achieve a more peaceful, deeper sleep. Caregivers can record a soothing message to their child to help ease separation anxiety. Mimicking Monkey features include: Plays three unique sounds - Monkey fun, angel falls, lullaby; Records voices over all sound options; 30 minute sleep timer; Velcro hands for securing to cribs and strollers; 2 AA batteries included; Illustrated storybook and adoption certificate.
— As of 05/27/2011 this product had 3.3 out of 5 stars from 3 reviews on Amazon.com. Pros: Cute; users liked the recording features; on an automatic timer so it doesn't stay on all night. Cons: one user said the monkey excessively shed its fur. 3/22/2011 (Price: $34.95)

Chroma-Notes Deluxe Resonator Bell Set by RHYTHM BAND INSTRUMENTS LLC

This product features colorful metal bars with matching color plastic resonator tubes that share the same color template as the Boomwhackers tuned percussion tubes. Line bells up to play solo, or separate them for use with small groups. The set is flexible enough to be used in classrooms as an educational tool, or at home for the sheer fun of making music. Standard contents include a carrying case, eight bells (C-c Diatonic Range), and eight mallets. ( Watch Video) 3/8/2011 (Price: $89.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Air Picks by OHIO ART CO.

All picks contain guitar riffs of three iconic rock songs that play with the flick of the pick. Each pick has a whammy bar button and an attached carabiner clip. Assortment includes Rolling Stones, Classic Rock and Rebel Rock picks. Peg-ready, footed clamshell package. 2/24/2011 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

T-Pain's Auto Tune Microphone by JAKKS PACIFIC INC.

This microphone was developed in conjunction with the eponymous hip-hop artist, notorious for his auto-tuned jams. The hand-held wireless microphone plays three different beats to sing over, and records your voice. It features pitch-correction. Launch date: Fall 2011. 2/22/2011 (Price: $40.00)

Brush With Genius by COLORFORMS

This watercolor paintbrush allows kids to assign a musical scale to their drawings and control the sounds as they slide their fingers over the strokes of the brush. Can be used with water colors or even plain water. 2/22/2011 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Rockin' Sounds Drum by MANHATTAN TOY

Soft drum features numbered circles that make different drum sounds and say the number or color with every touch. Bottom of drum features opening with Velcro-like closure that provides access to sound device. Lanuch date: January 2011. 1/26/2011 (Price: $30.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Rockin' Sounds Guitar by MANHATTAN TOY

Learn sounds and colors with Manhattan Toy’s Rockin’ Sounds Guitar. Guitar features numbered keys that play different musical notes or say numbers and colors with the touch of a key. Change between different sound categories: numbers, colors and musical sounds with the touch of a button. Launch date: January 2011. 1/26/2011 (Price: $30.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Piņata Party! by LUCHADORA RECORDS

Moona Luna is the new musical project brought to you by the Latin-Alternative group Pistolera. Inspired by the birth of her first child—during the making of the last album—Pistolera's lead singer and songwriter Sandra Velasquez now brings us family-friendly songs in Spanish and English that continue the band's tradition of positive messages and toe-tapping beats. Moona Luna's debut album, Piñata Party, features eleven original songs as well as a cover of the Latin American folk song De Colores. Brooklyn based family music hero and Moona Luna fan, Dan Zanes, makes a guest vocal appearance on Brinca, Jump. "This is bilingual party music for the whole family," Beth Blenz-Clucas, PR, told TDmonthly. Launch Date: March 2011. 1/25/2011 (Price: $15.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Woodstock Music Box by WOODSTOCK CHIMES

Includes Harmonica, Mini Chimalong, JingleBand, Kid's Accordion, Ukulele, and Mini Tambourine.  "The pieces are for children, but are created with a professional musician mentality," Garry Kvistad, CEO of Woodstock Chimes, said in a press release. Launch date: February 2011. 1/24/2011 (Price: $100) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Woodstock Rhythm Instrument Set by WOODSTOCK CHIMES

Includes Maracas, Triangle, Hand Drum, and Jingle Stick. "While part of our goal is to provide entertainment for children, much of our focus is on delivering instruments of the utmost quality and sound, combined with educational elements," Garry Kvistad, CEO of Woodstock Chimes, said in a press release. Launch date: February 2011. 1/24/2011 (Price: $20) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Woodstock Paint Your Own Instrument Set by WOODSTOCK CHIMES

This wooden set allows children to creatively and artistically embellish each item. Includes Tambourine, Maraca, and Train Whistle. "The pieces are for children, but are created with a professional musician mentality," Garry Kvistad, CEO of Woodstock Chimes, said in a press release. 1/24/2011 (Price: $12) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Zither Heaven Harp by ZITHER HEAVEN

The Zither Heaven harp, while small enough to be portable and affordable, is capable of quality sound. When the strings are plucked, the soundboard resonates. The strings form a diatonic scale, allowing many familiar tunes to be played. Beginners can explore the harp while making real music. The harp pictured is 38" tall and has 22 strings. Zither Heaven also offers a 15-string harp that is 30" tall that will debut at Toy Fair 2011.  Both instruments are made in the U.S.A.  The neck and pillar are made from sustainable native North American solid cherry or maple and the soundboard is made with Baltic birch. 12/17/2010 (Price: $399.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Zither Heaven Ukulele by ZITHER HEAVEN

Zither Heaven's ukulele is well constructed. The neck is made of solid maple and features a 15-inch vibrating string length. The body is made of solid cherry, maple, or black walnut. Made in the U.S.A. from sustainable native North American solid cherry or black walnut. 12/17/2010 (Price: $49.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]