A selection of cradle congs from various traditions
Mothers have sung cradle songs since the beginning of time…
The words and melody of a cradle song aim to soothe and calm the child in order for him to sleep well. By the singing, a close and affectionate relation builds itself between the child and the mother.
Melodies and rhythms change according to the local influences, the traditions and the language. A Yiddish cradle song won’t have the same sound as a Judeo-Spanish song.
Cradle songs are an important part in the transmission of a culture, a heritage, a future…
Listen to the playlist : Jewish Cradle Songs, 1st part
Listen and order the compilation “Jewish cradle songs of yesterday and today” from our collections
