Ivashkin belongs to those Russian cellists, who, like Mstislav Rostropovich and Natalia Gutman, were dedicatees of works by Schnittke. The birds want to celebrate their wedding, they are singing, playing, dancing and making music. The book is a songbook and game book all in one. It offers suggestions for spontaneous play together with simple scenes for acting and interesting tips for performance at a children's party. The materials required are paper, cardboard or cloth, and the children can make everything they need themselves.
Instructions are clear and precise, illustrated with humorous drawings.
Large colour photographs encourage children to join in the fun.