The Tortoise and the Hare is the 8th in the CD series for narrator and symphony orchestra. This is a delightful adaptation of the classic fable set to an original score by Stephen Simon and performed by the London Philharmonic Orchestra. The story is animated by a bevy of animal friends with a French twist in the character of Mrs. Beaver, who runs the bistro where Hare takes his rest. A 24-page activity booklet accompanies the CD with illustrations by nationally recognized children’s book illustrator Renee Andriani.
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Part of the Stories in Music series, this CD features the London Philharmonic, conductor Stephen Simon and narrator Yadu. In this new version, Peter and the Wolf is beautifully framed with additional information about the work, the composer and the influence of Russia. The CD also includes a 24-page program book, complete with information and fun activities. Launch date: June 2007.

This Spanish-language edition of “Juanita the Spanish Lobster” features a rude, overbearing lady lobster who wants to go to the land. The London Philharmonic Orchestra, with conductor Stephen Simon and narrator Rosi Amador, brings out the story's themes of hubris, dreams and determination. It is translated by the renowned author/children's book translator Yanitzia Canetti, and features British composer David Haslam’s passionate flamenco and bel canto opera music. It’s “the first Spanish-language CD to introduce children to classical music. It’s fun, it’s lively, it’s very Latin,” Bonnie Ward Simon, president and executive producer of Magic Maestro Music, told TDmonthly. This product received a spring 2007 Parents' Choice Silver award. Launch date: February 2007.

This Parents’ Choice Silver award-winning release features narration and music telling the tale of the mighty wizard and his hapless assistant, Fritz. Additional tracks provide information about the composition, composer, story and music. The package includes a full-color program book with more information. “It is the only narrated full-length version [of] this great orchestral work made famous by Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse in ‘Fantasia,’” Bonnie Ward Simon, president and executive producer of Magic Maestro Music, told TDmonthly. Launch date: August 2006.

Symphonic storytelling has never been as fun as with this delightfully entertaining tale about a lady lobster who wants to go to the land. The London Philharmonic Orchestra, with conductor Stephen Simon and narrator Yadu, blend perfectly to bring out the story´s themes of hopes, dreams and determination. British composer David Haslam´s passionate and spirited flamenco and bel canto opera music makes Juanita pure entertainment for the entire family. As with the other award-winning titles in the series, this CD is complete with additional tracks and Program Book, designed to develop and expand listening skills.