Sheku Kanneh-Mason - Carnival

EAN: 0028948511570

Introduction

An enchanting vinyl presentation of Saint‑Saëns’s “Carnival of the Animals,” enriched with original narration by Michael Morpurgo and Olivia Colman, performed by the Kanneh‑Mason family. This edition blends classical music, storytelling, and familial warmth in an elegant format.

Key Features

• Format: 2LP vinyl
• Genre: classical / narrative
• Label: Decca , year 2020
• Duration: approximately 64 minutes
• EAN: 0028948511570

Tracklist

• Side A – Preamble; Introduction and Royal March of the Lion; Carnival of the Animals: Introduction and Royal March of the Lion; Hens and Roosters; Carnival of the Animals: Hens and Roosters; Wild Donkeys, Swift Animals; Carnival of the Animals: Wild Donkeys, Swift Animals; Tortoises; Carnival of the Animals: Tortoises; The Elephant; Carnival of the Animals: The Elephant; Kangaroos; Carnival of the Animals: Kangaroos; Aquarium; Carnival of the Animals: Aquarium
• Side B – Characters with Long Ears; Carnival of the Animals: Characters with Long Ears; The Cuckoo in the Depths of the Woods; Carnival of the Animals: The Cuckoo in the Depths of the Woods; Aviary; Carnival of the Animals: Aviary; Pianists; Carnival of the Animals: Pianists; Fossils; Carnival of the Animals: Fossils; The Swan; Carnival of the Animals: The Swan; Finale; Carnival of the Animals: Finale
• Side C – Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy; Every Year at Christmas; Maypole Dance; To My Little Granddaughter Mia…; Mosquito Dance; I Sat There Watching You…; Little Bird; Just to See You Digging There…; Flight of the Bumblebee; If I Have Learnt One Thing…; Sea Murmurs; I Wish for You a World Where the Elephant and the Lion…; Maypole Dance ; When the Reading is Over…; The Seal Lullaby
• Side D – Redemption Song

Why You'll Love It

This vinyl edition delivers an immersive listening journey, ideal for lovers of sensitively narrated classical music. The blend of refined performance and original storytelling makes it a cherished item for collectors and enthusiasts alike.

Trivia

• Recorded at the legendary Abbey Road Studios in summer 2020, it offers a warm and authentic sound.
• The cover art is by Emma Chichester‑Clark, celebrated for her children’s illustrations.
• Features a moving rendition of Bob Marley’s “Redemption Song,” performed by the entire Kanneh‑Mason family.