Mardi Gras Music for Children

Just in time for Mardi Gras, Johnette Downing and Jimmy LaRocca's Original Dixieland Jazz Band release a new CD titled Dixieland Jazz for Children. A truly authentic New Orleans sound, the album contains two Mardi Gras songs for children titled "It's Time for Mardi Gras" and "Throw Me Something Mister." Celebrate carnival New Orleans style today, on Mardi Gras day which is February 5, 2008, and everyday!

Check out the CD at

http://johnettedowning.com/music.html

February 2008 Tour Dates

February 2 at 11:00, Mardi Gras Madness, The Mall at Cortana, Baton Rouge, LA
February 9-11, Performance and Workshop Tour, Kuwait
February 12-15, Performance and Workshop Tour, Bahrain
February 16-22, Performance and Workshop Tour, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
February 26, School Show, New Orleans, LA

Dixieland Jazz for Children - New CD

Four years in the making and staying true to my Louisiana musical roots, I have collaborated with Jimmy LaRocca's Original Dixieland Jazz Band to record a new CD titled DIXIELAND JAZZ FOR CHILDREN to introduce children of all ages around the world to the joyful sounds of Dixieland Jazz; the music I heard growing up as a child in New Orleans. Nineteen original songs blend the upbeat, happy sounds of Dixieland Jazz with lyrics for children and their extended families. It is our hope that this authentic and innovative recording for children helps keep the tradition alive with a new generation of Dixieland Jazz lovers.

I trust you will discover that Dixieland Jazz harmonizes nicely with children’s music because it is lively, upbeat and joyful.

CDs are NOW available on my website! Purchase one today at:

http://johnettedowning.com/store.html