Music Archives - Page 5 of 8

01Oct

The Laurie Berkner Band! Let’s Hear It DVD Giveaway

Get ready to jump , dance, and sing along to a collection of catchy music with a message! on Nickelodeon's Let's Hear It! by the Laurie Berkner Band. Packed with songs performed by the wildly popular Laurie Berkner Band, this DVD compilation features some of Laurie's most popular tunes from her regular appearances on Jack's Big Music Show. With hosts Moose and Zee, its never been easier to get in tune with learning. Hosts Moose and Zee guide children through lyrical themes, interactive music, movement and games to promote creativity and help Read More

18Sep

Free Range Family Music: Jim Cosgrove

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Jim Cosgrove, known for his “Free Range Family Music,” releases his new collection of energetic original songs, Swimming in Noodles, on October 5th. With a shake of calypso, a pinch of rockabilly and a whole lot of heart, Cosgrove’s music inspires families to pack a picnic full of joy and dance the day away. The high-powered sound of Swimming in Noodles marks Cosgrove’s first collaboration with Grammy-nominated producer Tor Hyams, who’s also known as the founder of Kidzapalooza and Austin Kiddie Limits. Also, in keeping with a growing trend toward Read More

15Sep

Oran Etkin Live in Concert

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Oran Etkin, a noted jazz and world music clarinetist, will bring songs from his brand new CD "Wake Up, Clarinet!" to audiences in several cities this fall. Brooklyn, NY based Etkin has developed a "Timbalooloo" method to teach the fundamentals of music through games, stories and and songs, incorporating melodies and rhythms from all over the world. Edie Falco, Naomi Watts, Harvey Keitel and Ken Burns are all fans - their kids have enjoyed Oran's classes in NYC. Check out my recent review of his new CD here. Etkin's music was featured on Putumayo Read More

30Aug

New Kid’s Music including Meredith LeVande, Oran Etkin, Elizabeth Mitchell and The Flannery Brothers

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Here are some new kid's music CD's worth checking out: Meredith LeVande, Oran Etkin, Elizabeth Mitchell and The Flannery Brothers. Read More

23Aug

Meredith LeVande “What Are the Odds?” CD Giveaway

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NYC-based singer/songwriter Meredith LeVande could truly be termed a “Renaissance woman of children’s music.” Meredith not only holds undergraduate degrees in Women’s Studies and English, she also has a master’s degree in music and a law degree! Drawing from all these disciplines for her multi-faceted work with children, Meredith heads up a project with the marvelously mischievous moniker Monkey Monkey Music, with a focus on “putting the child back into children’s music.” Her new CD "What are the Odds?" is coming out soon. Read More

09Aug

Music For Aardvarks and Other Mammals at the Jewish Museum

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My kids were raised on Music For Aardvarks, a hip music class that originated in Brooklyn and found its way to the suburbs of Westchester. How grateful was I to find myself singing songs about taxi rides, walk-ups, in-laws, copycat kids and all aspects of NYC life. Read More

04Aug

Laurie Berkner Band’s “Birthday Party Concerts” Coming to NYC and a City Near You

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The Laurie Berkner Band invites families to celebrate with them at “Birthday Party Concerts” along the East Coast this year. Kids can wear a favorite party hat and bring their own birthday cake artwork (visit http://www.laurieberkner.com/ to download a picture to color). You can listen to some of her music here. The Laurie Berkner Band partners with a charity for each show. Says Laurie, “It’s important for us to give back to the communities we perform in.” The August 15, October 3 and October 16 shows will benefit Soles4Souls Read More

19Jul

This Summer’s Free Concerts in NYC

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There's nothing like summer in New York City. It doesn't matter how much money you make. Every summer free music is offered all over the city and it's at your fingertips, easily accessible all over the city. NYC attracts the world's best artists to perform for the masses and the offerings are unreal. I've seen some of my favorite artists perform for free in the city - everyone from Freedy Johnson & Annie Lenox in Central Park to David Byrne at the Bandshell in Brooklyn. Even U2 gave a free concert one year in Brooklyn at the Empire Read More

21Jun

Kid Culture: Rock Out For Minty Block Party

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On July 10th from 2pm – 6pm, local NYC businesses, websites, and organizations are coming together to celebrate the first birthday of Minty an incredible child who is battling potentially terminal brain cancer. The birthday celebration will involve shutting down Minty’s entire block on South 2nd Street between Berry Street and Wythe Street in Williamsburg for an outdoor concert and block party. The philosophy behind this party is to have an outdoor event with minimal impact on the environment. The fair will feature a children’s music concert, Read More

14Jun

Sex and the City 2 Original Motion Picture Soundtrack Review

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I have to confess that I've been out of the country for several weeks and somehow missed the hoopla I'm sure release "Sex and the City 2" caused here in the U.S. I was in London for the world premiere and did read about all the glamor and glitz it stirred. I'm a huge fan of the series. I spent my young adult years glued to the telly every week to keep up with Carrie Bradshaw and the girls' lives. I grieved when the series ended and ran to the theater to catch the first film on the first day of it's release. I am sure I will see this one, as Read More