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In the 1950s, The 'Christopher Recordings on Sex Instruction' was the Christian how-to sex education guide for parents. It instructs them on... October 27th, 2009 by Travis Goodwin 7 Comments »
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The cover notes are so horrendously written that they border incomprehensible. If anyone is interested, here's what it says on the covers, word for word:
Front:
Dramatized...
with reverent frankness...
and spiritual beauty...
These recordings help solve the delicate and often embarassing problem which faces every parent.
Back:
The problem of how to present the subject of sex to the mind of the growing child is a delicate one, not easily faced by the average parent.
Yet nowadays, when promiscuity and sex perversion in many repulsive forms are beginning to spread at an alrming rate in our country, there is a definite need for the modern parents to exercise special care in properly instructing the child in matters of sex.
The Christopher Recordings on Sex Instruction are meant to be a help and a guide for parents. They emphasize the wonderful role parents play in Almighty God's plan to reproduce the human race. The recordings are frank in their approach, but bring out quite clearly the beauty and eternal significance of the marital relationship, which only due emphasis on the spiritual as well as the physical elements can portray.
In offering these recordings, the Christophers are motivated by a desire to do "something positive" in helping solve an important problem. We feel that the approach dramatized in these recordings will contribute something constructive that will assist the parent in a field where there has been so much confusion and fuzzy thinking.
The four recordings aim at the heart of the parent's problem. Each presents a scene in the average home. Here the parent may find helpful suggestions for the right approach, for the correct phrase, and thus combine both the physical and spiritual elements in a natural, wholesome way that strengthens confidence between parent and child.
The recordings are especially effective when played before a Parent-Teacher's Association or other parent's organization., with a competent authority to lead the discussion after each record. Each of the four scenes runs for approximately eight minutes.
These recordings, with their distinctive spiritual overtones, are designed for parents of all faiths. Because of their tremendous importance to the conscientious parent they are being made available by the Christophes at less that their actual cost.
The scripts were prepared by experts. They were approved by the parents' groups, by medical and educational as well as religious authorities before being recorded by top-notch actors. A booklet containing the script of the recordings may be obtained from The Christophers, 16 E. 48th St, New York 17, NY.
Christopher Dramatized Recordings on Sex Instruction
Part 1. "How Babies are Born" (for young children)
Part 2. "Menstruation" (for girls 10-12)
Part 3. "Problems of Growing Boys" (for boys 11-13)
Part 4. "The Marriage Union" (for teenagers)
These recordings are designed for parents of all faiths. Since they are meant for parents and adult groups, they should not be played by children. Also available in an album of fou records for 78 rpm phonographs.
Travis Goodwin says:
October 28, 2009 at 06:49pm
The beauty of this album is that it began life on a series of 78s, so not only could you listen to them but they were heavy enough to include them in your self-flagellation routine.
It's a mystery to me who "The Christophers" are (as they are referred to in the liner notes). I had heard they were a small collection of religious leaders out of NY, but I can neither confirm or deny it. Shockingly, nothing exists on Wikipedia. Now's our chance to make up a backstory for them. After all, if it's on the internet, it must be true.
I busted this one out of its frame (it hangs in my office) and took some nice close-ups. The liner-notes will hopefully shed more hilarity on this post.
But wait, there's more good news! Since this album is in the public domain, copies of it are everywhere. The website below has all 4 tracks in MP3 format ready for download. As we say in the South, "Bless his heart!"
Apparently Tedd Browne has become quite popular since his untimely death. Most consider him the greatest historical folk singer of all time. And yes, I was surprised to learn that there is a "historical folk" musical genre. I was also quite surprised to find out this particular album now sells for $200+.
Travis Goodwin says:
October 30, 2009 at 02:55pm
Indeed. It is. We'll all have to get together and have a listening party!
I doubt you'll be shocked to learn that this album was given to me by my banjo teacher. Best of all, my other submission, "The Christopher Recordings on Sex Instruction" came from the Pickens Flea Market, a place I believe you know well.
I believe that entire place qualifies for this blog.
Travis Goodwin says:
October 28, 2009 at 06:27pm
I'm not sure if it helps or hurts the 'kitsch-ability,' but a small record label has re-released this album and you can preview every song in MP3 format. Hooray for the 21st Century!
I think you'll find the lyrical content of this unspoiled treasure to be both educational and shudder-inducing. Check your email for some nice up-close shots..
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The cover notes are so horrendously written that they border incomprehensible. If anyone is interested, here's what it says on the covers, word for word:
Front:
Dramatized...
with reverent frankness...
and spiritual beauty...
These recordings help solve the delicate and often embarassing problem which faces every parent.
Back:
The problem of how to present the subject of sex to the mind of the growing child is a delicate one, not easily faced by the average parent.
Yet nowadays, when promiscuity and sex perversion in many repulsive forms are beginning to spread at an alrming rate in our country, there is a definite need for the modern parents to exercise special care in properly instructing the child in matters of sex.
The Christopher Recordings on Sex Instruction are meant to be a help and a guide for parents. They emphasize the wonderful role parents play in Almighty God's plan to reproduce the human race. The recordings are frank in their approach, but bring out quite clearly the beauty and eternal significance of the marital relationship, which only due emphasis on the spiritual as well as the physical elements can portray.
In offering these recordings, the Christophers are motivated by a desire to do "something positive" in helping solve an important problem. We feel that the approach dramatized in these recordings will contribute something constructive that will assist the parent in a field where there has been so much confusion and fuzzy thinking.
The four recordings aim at the heart of the parent's problem. Each presents a scene in the average home. Here the parent may find helpful suggestions for the right approach, for the correct phrase, and thus combine both the physical and spiritual elements in a natural, wholesome way that strengthens confidence between parent and child.
The recordings are especially effective when played before a Parent-Teacher's Association or other parent's organization., with a competent authority to lead the discussion after each record. Each of the four scenes runs for approximately eight minutes.
These recordings, with their distinctive spiritual overtones, are designed for parents of all faiths. Because of their tremendous importance to the conscientious parent they are being made available by the Christophes at less that their actual cost.
The scripts were prepared by experts. They were approved by the parents' groups, by medical and educational as well as religious authorities before being recorded by top-notch actors. A booklet containing the script of the recordings may be obtained from The Christophers, 16 E. 48th St, New York 17, NY.
Christopher Dramatized Recordings on Sex Instruction
Part 1. "How Babies are Born" (for young children)
Part 2. "Menstruation" (for girls 10-12)
Part 3. "Problems of Growing Boys" (for boys 11-13)
Part 4. "The Marriage Union" (for teenagers)
These recordings are designed for parents of all faiths. Since they are meant for parents and adult groups, they should not be played by children. Also available in an album of fou records for 78 rpm phonographs.
The beauty of this album is that it began life on a series of 78s, so not only could you listen to them but they were heavy enough to include them in your self-flagellation routine.
It's a mystery to me who "The Christophers" are (as they are referred to in the liner notes). I had heard they were a small collection of religious leaders out of NY, but I can neither confirm or deny it. Shockingly, nothing exists on Wikipedia. Now's our chance to make up a backstory for them. After all, if it's on the internet, it must be true.
I busted this one out of its frame (it hangs in my office) and took some nice close-ups. The liner-notes will hopefully shed more hilarity on this post.
But wait, there's more good news! Since this album is in the public domain, copies of it are everywhere. The website below has all 4 tracks in MP3 format ready for download. As we say in the South, "Bless his heart!"
http://www.dinosaurgardens.com/archives/4