Kids
CBBC orchestrates introduction of classical music to children
| MUMBAI: Classical music meets pop head on in Clash, a new six-episode series for CBBC which sees BBC Radio 1 DJs Bobby Friction and Nihal join forces with musically-talented children to revamp two well-known classical pieces into pop tracks which will appeal to people who don‘t normally enjoy classical music. |
Classical musician former pop star and TV presenter Myleene Klass provides the voice over for the series.Executive Producer
Elaine Bancroft says, “Clash will be a rollercoaster ride right across the musical spectrum taking in everything from Mozart to the Noisettes.”
Whether they‘re beat-boxers, bassoonists or buskers, the children will form two teams headed by the DJs to deconstruct and re-work a classical piece, mixing musical styles and blending beats before finally going head-to-head against each other with their new orchestrated musical piece.
Each team will be mentored over the course of the six-week run. Cellist, pianist, composer and conductor Jason Lai, last seen mentoring Sue Perkins to victory in Maestro will head one team while composer and creative director of I‘d Do Anything, Tim Steiner will head the other.
During the course of the series, the two teams will face a series of fun technical challenges and get advice from musical professionals as they immerse themselves in music to create the mother of all mash-ups.
For the grand finale, the teams can use dancers, decks and audio-visual extras to enhance their finished orchestral piece. In order to win, they must impress a live audience who aren‘t fans of classical music.
Kids
Sony YAY! launches ‘House of Masti’ to celebrate 20 years of Shin chan
Comedian Kiku Sharda joins the fun with a special rap track as the mischievous icon returns to Indian TV.
MUMBAI: Shin chan is back and this time, he’s bringing the whole house of masti with him! Sony YAY!, India’s leading kids’ entertainment channel, has unveiled ‘House of Masti’, a specially curated programming block to mark 20 years of the iconic animated series Shin chan on Indian television. The campaign transforms the beloved character’s mischievous world into a fresh, high-energy viewing experience. It features new episodes, fan-favourite moments, and themed programming stunts, all designed to stand out from regular broadcasts.
Adding extra sparkle to the celebration, popular comedian Kiku Sharda has joined the campaign. He anchors the integration with a lively rap track titled ‘Shin chan ka YAY! Dhamaal’, infusing contemporary music and humour into the beloved series.
Sony YAY! business head of kids and animation Ambesh Tiwari said, “Over the past 20 years, Shin chan has built a strong and enduring connection with audiences in India. With ‘House of Masti’, we are celebrating this milestone through a differentiated, campaign-led experience. Kiku Sharda and the rap track add a fun, high-energy layer that will resonate with today’s kids and families.”
Starting 27 April, viewers can enjoy the World Television Premiere of Shin chan along with new episodes and an exciting lineup of blockbuster movies on Sony YAY!.
By blending nostalgia with fresh, engaging content, Sony YAY! is ensuring that the cheeky, laughter-filled adventures of Shin chan continue to entertain and connect with new generations across the country.
In a world full of serious cartoons, Shin chan remains delightfully naughty and with ‘House of Masti’, Sony YAY! is making sure his brand of chaos stays as fresh and fun as ever. Get ready for some serious masti!
