Children's music has emerged as a recognized genre, largely influenced by the work of Ella Jenkins. Starting in the 1950s, Jenkins, a self-taught musician, challenged the restrictive norms of the industry by traveling globally to collect diverse musical customs. She creatively integrated these influences into her children's songs, significantly contributing to the acceptance and celebration of children's music as an art form. Jenkins recently passed away at the age of 100, leaving behind a legacy that reshaped how children's music is perceived today.
Ella Jenkins, a self-taught musician, revolutionized children's music by integrating diverse musical customs into her songs, challenging the industry's restrictive conventions.
Jenkins traveled internationally, collecting various musical traditions, which she infused into her children's songs, paving the way for the genre's artistic recognition.
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