Genre: Childrens music
Age Group: Ages 1-8
Runtime: Approx. 30 minutes
"We Are the Laurie Berkner Band" Overview
Laurie Berkner has won wide acclaim from both parents and children for her outstanding children’s music. In additions to making four fabulous children’s CDs, Laurie also plays concerts nationwide and each episode of “Jack’s Big Music Show” on the NOGGIN television network for kids features one of her music videos. The DVD “We Are the Laurie Berkner Band” contains the following music videos for songs from several of Laurie Berkner’s award-winning CDs:
- I’m Gonna Catch You
- We Are the Dinosaurs
- Victor Vito
- Walk Along the River
"We Are the Laurie Berkner Band" DVD Special Features
- Behind the Scenes/Making Of (set to the song “I Know a Chicken)
- “I’m a Mess” recorded live on the set
- “Moon, Moon, Moon” Choreography (Learn the Hand Movements)
Guide Review of "We Are the Laurie Berkner Band"
Laurie Berkner strikes a chord with kids through songs that are fun and employ many different styles, rhythms, and musical techniques. I think her music also strikes a chord with parents, not only because her songs are great to listen to, but also because she provides such a strong example of real, raw musical talent that can truly inspire kids to pick up an instrument or to sing with personality.
The “We Are the Laurie Berkner Band” DVD allows kids to watch the band’s well-done and engaging videos for several popular songs. The DVD also has some great special features. In the “Moon, Moon, Moon” feature, kids can learn the choreography for the song, which is really fun.
In making a DVD, I hoped to see a little more from Laurie, like a segment where she teaches the children viewers a song or how to clap a rhythm – something that actually allows kids to interact with their favorite singer and learn directly from a positive role model. I bet kids would also love to hear from her about her love for music, how she became interested in music, or why she chose to play the guitar. The lively “We Are the Laurie Berkner Band” DVD will inspire kids to dance, sing, and hopefully find other ways to make music of their own; and I hope her future releases will give kids even more insight into the band and the magical music they make.
Expand Upon the "We Are the Laurie Berkner Band" Curriculum
- Help your kids make their own band with pots and wooden spoons, bean shakers, or any other type of musical instrument. Sing songs and clap along to help them learn rhythm and clapping a beat.
- Sing other songs that have hand movements. Help your kids learn "Itsy Bitsy Spider," "If your Happy and You Know It," "Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes," or "Popcorn Popping on the Apricot Tree."
- Take your kids to a Laurie Berkner concert! (or any other concert where they can have a great time and be inspired)
For more information, visit the official Laurie Berkner website.
