About Children's music
Children's music is a music genre in the 1900s. It is usually classed as a form of popular music.
Among the best-known names in the style are Xuxa, Bzikebi, Kath Soucie, They Might Be Giants and Cleopatra Stratan.
Children's music has given rise to 1 subgenre on this site, such as Kindie rock.
From Wikipedia
Children's music or kids' music is music composed and performed for children. In European-influenced contexts this means music, usually songs, written specifically for a juvenile audience. The composers are usually adults.
Children's music has historically held both entertainment and educational functions. Children's music is often designed to provide an entertaining means of teaching children about their culture, other cultures, good behavior, facts and skills. Many are folk songs, but there is a whole genre of educational music that has become increasingly popular.
Genre family tree
Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Children's music.
Key artists
- Xuxa
- Bzikebi
- Kath Soucie
- They Might Be Giants
- Cleopatra Stratan
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Frequently asked questions
What is Children's music?
Children's music is a music genre in the 1900s. It is usually classed as a form of popular music.
Where and when did Children's music originate?
Children's music originated in the 1900s.
Who are famous Children's music artists?
Xuxa, Bzikebi, Kath Soucie, They Might Be Giants and Cleopatra Stratan.