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Well-known children's musician Laurie Berkner bursts onto the children's music video scene with the energy and enthusiasm of her concert stage appearances fully intact. The Laurie Berkner Band, comprised of Laurie Berkner on vocals and guitar, Brian Mueller on bass and vocals, and Susie Lampert on keyboard and vocals (joined sporadically by Bob Golden on drums and additional instruments), is an accomplished group of musicians who create and perform whimsical, catchy children's songs in a folksy rock style. From the playful rhymes that declare Tuesday "snooze day" in "I'm Gonna Catch You" to the absurd image of fish taking showers and brushing their teeth in "The Goldfish," Laurie Berkner's songs celebrate a child's love of the ridiculous. The uninhibited trio performs live onstage ("Under a Shady Tree") or within simply animated scenes ("Bumblebee--Buzz, Buzz, Buzz") and the songs are undisputedly catchy--so catchy that many parents sheepishly admit to humming or even singing Laurie Berkner's songs full voice even when their children aren't around. In these days of splashy animation and over-thought, overly-glitzy children's music videos, it's a real treat to enjoy a simple production that features songs that kids love performed by musicians who appear to be having just as much fun as their young audiences. (Ages 1 to 8) --Tami Horiuchi
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The kids' entertainers include Berkner along with bassist and husband Brian Mueller and keyboardist Susie Lampert. This debut DVD features music videos of fan favorites and a brand new song not available anywhere else. Extras include behind the scenes a
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58 of 58 people found the following review helpful
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My son watches Noggin quite a bit, and we were thus introduced to the music of the Laurie Berkner Band through their "music videos" on that network. The songs are cute and catchy and generally not as annoying as most children's music, but lately our favorite song videos--for songs like "Pig On Her Head" or "Victor Vito"--have been airing less and less frequently. So I was really excited to see this collection advertised on TV. It not only has our favorites (other songs include "Buzz Buzz Buzz," "We Are the Dinosaurs," and "Under A Shady Tree") but a few songs we didn't know yet and a bonus audio CD to take along in the car. One song, "I'm Gonna Get You" goes over the days of the week, and I think it will be a fun way to teach the days to my son, so I'm looking forward to getting to know it better.
The settings for the videos are simple and colorful, the band's scenes are mixed with kids singing along, just as on the Noggin videos, and the band members themselves are fun, seem friendly, and wear really colorful clothes that are sure to catch kids' attention. It should be noted that the videos on this DVD are NOT the same as those on Noggin; they've been redone with slightly more elaborate sets and with a different group of children.
The quality of the songs, videos, and performances are all top-notch. My only real complaint is that one song is sung by the backup singer Brian, who is apparently much better at harmonizing than at singing a melody. His "Oh Susannah" is off-key and not nearly as enjoyable as the other videos.
The DVD has 10 songs as well as bonus behind-the-scenes videos. As mentioned it comes with a bonus audio CD as well. Overall, I think this is a great buy for anyone familiar with Laurie Berkner's music or with the videos on Noggin, and I also think it's a great buy for any parents looking for some fun music to sing and dance along to with their children. Considering the number of CDs Laurie Berkner has out there, there could perhaps have been more songs on this collection, but it's on par with most children's music videos and indeed some adult music video collections, so I don't think this is a detriment to the item.
The settings for the videos are simple and colorful, the band's scenes are mixed with kids singing along, just as on the Noggin videos, and the band members themselves are fun, seem friendly, and wear really colorful clothes that are sure to catch kids' attention. It should be noted that the videos on this DVD are NOT the same as those on Noggin; they've been redone with slightly more elaborate sets and with a different group of children.
The quality of the songs, videos, and performances are all top-notch. My only real complaint is that one song is sung by the backup singer Brian, who is apparently much better at harmonizing than at singing a melody. His "Oh Susannah" is off-key and not nearly as enjoyable as the other videos.
The DVD has 10 songs as well as bonus behind-the-scenes videos. As mentioned it comes with a bonus audio CD as well. Overall, I think this is a great buy for anyone familiar with Laurie Berkner's music or with the videos on Noggin, and I also think it's a great buy for any parents looking for some fun music to sing and dance along to with their children. Considering the number of CDs Laurie Berkner has out there, there could perhaps have been more songs on this collection, but it's on par with most children's music videos and indeed some adult music video collections, so I don't think this is a detriment to the item.
19 of 20 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I bought this CD/DVD combo after reading the reviews here. I was mistaken in thinking the DVD would show the same videos that are shown on Noggin. They are not the same.
This DVD shows the band playing in front of a cheap, tossed together prop set. Some songs are a bit more visually pleasing with a few kids tossed in or some costumes.
*I am updating this review after having the DVD for a couple of months. Apparently my son's initial dislike of the CD has worn off. At age 2.5 he is completely captivated by the DVD. He knows all the words to "Moon, Moon, Moon" & asks for me to sing it to him each night before bed.
I would update my review to 5 stars, but I am unable to change it.
Moral is....if you child doesn't initially like it, try again a month later. My son now loves this DVD
This DVD shows the band playing in front of a cheap, tossed together prop set. Some songs are a bit more visually pleasing with a few kids tossed in or some costumes.
*I am updating this review after having the DVD for a couple of months. Apparently my son's initial dislike of the CD has worn off. At age 2.5 he is completely captivated by the DVD. He knows all the words to "Moon, Moon, Moon" & asks for me to sing it to him each night before bed.
I would update my review to 5 stars, but I am unable to change it.
Moral is....if you child doesn't initially like it, try again a month later. My son now loves this DVD
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
My childern ages 3&6 love this dvd! They watch noggin and have seen her videos several times. This is a great way to get them up and moving for some exercise! They get excited not matter how many times that they see this. I would highly recommend this to any one!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Catchy
We love Laurie, so sad that Jack's Big Music show got cut from Nick. My 2 yr old loves the songs, asks for "Lowi" on a regular basis. Read more
Published 1 month ago by JLK
The best among many that my 12mth old has
If you are looking for entertainment for your newborn or 8 year old.. you've got the right DVD.
It's so much fun and very interactive that you as a parent would be forced to... Read more
It's so much fun and very interactive that you as a parent would be forced to... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Ivory Stephen
Children love Lourie Berkner Band
My grand daughters rock out with Ms Berkner's band. Lilith rolled on the floor, "pretended sleeping & snoring". Lilith went through two copies. Evan danced along with the video! Read more
Published 2 months ago by Cheryl Adams (Howard)
entertaining but should be longer
Only 10 songs.
A lot of them were new to my son, which is good and the video is entertaining.
My only complaint is the short length, other than that it's a great video... Read more
A lot of them were new to my son, which is good and the video is entertaining.
My only complaint is the short length, other than that it's a great video... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Dayas Silvis
Best children's music ever!
After having to endure this music video for the one hundreth time, I decided "what the heck, if I have to keep listening to it I might as well join in"! Read more
Published 4 months ago by Queen mom
Fun videos and tunes kids love to sing.
Tickles the kids with the songs and subject matters.
They enjoy it from the small to the toddlers.
Great to watch or listen to on a long trip as keeps them entertained.
They enjoy it from the small to the toddlers.
Great to watch or listen to on a long trip as keeps them entertained.
Published 4 months ago by Marsha J. Kerr
Awesome
Great for kids from 2-62 years of age. I have just as much fun singing and dancing to the music as my grandson.
Published 5 months ago by J
Love this cd!!!
I got this cd for my first child about 5yrs ago. We lost it since then so now that I have a second child we got it again. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Glow
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE
Laurie Berkner is definitely an ageless entertainer. I love watching her videos with my daughters. Her songs are catchy enough for toddlers, but have a sound that even the... Read more
Published 9 months ago by Claudia
Dance party!
My 2 and 4 year old can't get enough of this DVD. They dance the entire time it's on. The songs are fun and not overly annoying like a lot of kids' music. I highly recommend it!
Published 9 months ago by gimmeapen
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