What? Leave it to Nintendo to take the ever popular music game and put their own unique twist on it.  Wii Music finds Nintendo trimming the fat and presenting a hands on game that will make you feel like a musician.

Why? Wii Music throws a curve ball in the music game genre.  It isn’t about flashy solos, points, or rock songs.  Instead, you get a game that’s more about bringing people together and having fun.

As far as song selection goes, you get Do-Re-Mi, a slew of Nintendo game music, some classical/folk tune selections, and the odd pop song.  Finally!  You can rock out on the handbells or xylophone to “Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go” by Wham!

Who? The beauty of Wii Music is that anyone can pick up a Wiimote and play the game.  The downside is that the hardcore gamer will most likely be bored after the first few hours. The added mini games are fun but repetitious.  This game is best played with others.

This title reminds me a lot of Wii Sports due to the fact that it is so simple to learn.  Honestly, anyone can play it.   Go ahead, give the Wiimote to your Grandma. This lends itself well to teaching non gamers about video games in libraries.  Here’s an idea: have a game night for non gamers at your library.  Use Wii Sports and Wii Music to show them what gaming is all about.  They’ll be hooked.