Carnival of Classics: A Joyful Musical Journey with Our Animal Orchestra

Let the Music Dance with You!

Welcome to the Carnival of Classics, a magical concert where our beloved woodland friends, bunnies, foxes, bears and more, perform timeless masterpieces with a playful touch. This 80-minute continuous performance is designed to spark curiosity and a lifelong love for orchestral sound in young audiences.

💡 Why Classical Music for Joy?

Introducing iconic classical music in a visual and playful format helps children process emotions and energy through movement. Whether it’s a morning energy boost or imaginative playtime, the Carnival of Classics creates a safe and wholesome environment for your child to explore the magic of music.

🎵 What’s Inside the Concert?

This album brings timeless music to little ears through a friendly animal orchestra that captivates and inspires. Here are some of the joyful moments you will discover:”

Offenbach; Can-Can: Perfect for jumping and dancing around the room.
Brahms; Hungarian Dance No. 5: Get those happy feet moving to the rhythm.
Chopin; Waltz in A Minor: A gentle carousel of twirling piano keys.
Mozart; Piano Sonata in C Major: Bright and sunny melodies for a beautiful day.

Reimagined for Little Ears: The Kittelfdora Touch

At Kittelfdora, we believe classical music should be accessible and inviting. That’s why every track in the Carnival of Classics has been specifically reimagined in a children-friendly version. We’ve carefully adjusted the arrangements and rhythms to be lighter and more playful, ensuring they are perfectly suited for home, the classroom, or shared calm moments.

Track List

0:00 Carnival of Classics – Intro
0:08 Offenbach – Can Can (Jump & Dance)
2:44 Brahms – Hungarian Dance No.5 (Happy Feet)
6:01 Johann Strauss II – Tritsch-Tratsch Polka (Laughing Polka)
8:49 Bizet – Toreador Song (From Carmen) (Kids Parade)
12:41 Playful Cartoon Chase Medley (Funny Footsteps)
15:21 Chopin – Waltz in A Minor (Twirlings Keys)
19:05 Mozart – Eine Kleine Nachtmusik (Moonlight Stroll)
26:42 Offenbach – Can Can (Carnival Steps)
28:58 Liszt – Hungarian Rhapsody No.2 (Racing Notes)
32:47 Brahms – Hungarian Dance No.5 (Dancing Strings)
35:08 Rimsky-Korsakov – Flight of the Bumblebee (Buzzing Adventure)
37:44 Mozart – Piano Sonata in C Major, K.545 (Bright Day Piano)
41:18 Playful Cartoon Chase Medley (Happy Chase)
44:24 Johann Strauss II – Tritsch-Tratsch Polka (Giggle Dance)

48:02 Chopin – Waltz in A Minor (Gentle Carousel)
50:57 Offenbach – Can Can (Fun Parade)
54:13 Bizet – Toreador Song (From Carmen) (Little Matador)
58:15 Rimsky-Korsakov – Flight of the Bumblebee (Little Bumble Flight)
1:01:18 Playful Cartoon Chase Medley (Sneaky Sprint)
1:03:23 Mozart – Eine Kleine Nachtmusik (Starry Night Strings)
1:06:06 Mozart – Piano Sonata in C Major, K.545 (Sunny Morning Keys)
1:09:04 Offenbach – Can Can (Little Dancer)
1:13:17 Rossini – William Tell Overture (Finale) (Adventure Ride)
1:15:18 Rossini – William Tell Overture (Finale) (Hero’s Gallop)
1:18:39 Final – Orchestra Bow & Farewell

💡 Teacher & Parent Tip: Active Musical Listening

Classical music is a wonderful tool for development when paired with engagement. Here is how you can use this video to spark curiosity:

Spot the Instrument: As the woodland animals perform, ask your child to identify which animal is playing which instrument, like the rabbit on the piano or the fox with the violin.
Move with the Tempo: Encourage children to ‘Jump & Dance’ during high-energy tracks like Offenbach’s Can-Can, or ‘Twirl’ during the gentler Waltzes.
Identify Emotions: Ask, ‘Does this song sound happy or like a sneaky chase?’ This helps children connect musical scales to emotional expressions.
Learn the Masters: Use the track highlights to introduce names like Mozart, Beethoven, and Chopin in a fun, visual format that sticks.