Having been a Dotsero fan through many years, I was greatly anticipating the release of this album. It was worth the wait -- and beyond all my expectations (which were quite high!).I am a music educator for elementary and middle school students in public schools and never have I found music that helps me teach jazz as well as this album. Comparing the jazz adaptations to tunes familiar to the children is perfect for pointing out riffs, improvisation, syncopation -- and the list goes on. I have first graders who love to sing scat, thanks to Twinkle Twinkle Little Star! I can also teach many other basic musical concepts NOT relating to jazz with this music -- so it's getting lots of "airplay" in my classrooms.But, above all, this music is fun! I defy anyone -- of any age -- to sit still during "Music Island" or "This Old Man." My 18 year old daughter will want a copy, and my 11 year old son chooses this CD over many others for favorite "car music." My husband and I are just entranced with the arrangements and the musicianship. And there have been few of my students who haven't just raved about the music, and started boppin' along. I've bought copies for every kid on my holiday gift list, and know that they will LOVE singing, dancing and jamming along with Michael and his pals.