A Laurie Berkner Christmas

Posted on September 30, 2014 by FCA Editor

Get the season started with A Laurie Berkner Christmas! Best-selling children’s recording artist Laurie Berkner’s Christmas album includes fifteen traditional holiday and seasonal songs, three of which are original tracks: “Santa’s Coming To My House Tonight,” “Candy Cane Jane,” and “Christmas Lights.” Says Laurie, “Christmas has always been one of my favorite holidays. All of the songs I chose for this recording remind me of being a kid at Christmastime, when we shared so much playfulness and love through music.” Laurie Berkner and The Laurie Berkner Band are joined by other talented musicians including acclaimed recording artist Elizabeth Mitchell.

The GiggleBellies Musical Adventures, Volume 2 by 3D Magic Factory

Posted on November 13, 2013 by FCA Editor

The GiggleBellies take your little ones on more whimsical adventures in Volume 2. Featuring another blend of popular traditional children’s songs that have a GiggleBelly twist, and a few more fun original GiggleBellie tunes. New characters are integrated and dance along with the familiar favorites.

Approximately 32 minutes long, it includes thirteen fully animated songs and MP3s of all the songs; ten coloring pages and thirteen fully illustrated lyric sheets. The unique sound inspires movement and active participation from kids with a sound that parents can also enjoy.

The Mighty Sky

Posted on November 13, 2013 by FCA Editor

Children can musically explore the mysteries and wonders of the Universe with The Mighty Sky. A science song CD that inspires, entertains and teaches, this beautifully crafted album features a variety of musical styles presenting fascinating celestial facts and fun. Focusing on the science of astronomy, it was created by hit songwriter Beth Nielsen Chapman joined by Dyer Observatory Director Rocky Alvey. The songs are first-class teaching tools that deliver melodies that captivate with lyrics that illuminate, all in a gorgeous package. Listeners may not become astronomers, but The Mighty Sky promises an eye-opening view of our place in the Universe.

The Incredible Flexible You, Sundance Music

Posted on November 13, 2013 by FCA Editor

Tom Chapin’s latest family recording, his lucky 13th, is something completely new for this three-time Grammy-winning “Pioneer of Children’s music”, a unique collection of 12 original songs to help young listeners navigate the trick waters of social interaction. Created in tandem with groundbreaking book of the same name, this collection of clear, witty and irresistibly catchy pop, folk, rock and reggae songs teach without preaching. These fun and family friendly tunes will get kids moving, singing and interacting with friends, family and classmates.

The GiggleBellies Sweet Songs & Lullabies by 3D Magic Factory

Posted on November 13, 2013 by FCA Editor

The creators of the multi-award winning DVD series, “The GiggleBellies Musical Adventures” introduce this tender collection of animated sweet songs and lullabies are carefully paced from beginning to end. Created to engage and soothe for quiet, nap and sleepy times. Unique adaptations to beloved traditional lullabies complimented with original sweet GiggleBellie songs.

Approximately 32 minutes, includes ten fully animated songs, plus a bonus video, bonus video, MP3’s of most songs, twelve coloring pages and ten fully illustrated lyric sheets. Colorful animations that kids and adults can enjoy together.

The GiggleBellies Musical Adventures, Volume 1 by 3D Magic Factory

Posted on November 13, 2013 by FCA Editor

A fresh and modern twist to preschool DVD’s and music. “The GiggleBellies” giggle and wiggle right into your little one’s hearts. Engaging award winning animation that combines colorful whimsical worlds, endearing characters and fun upbeat music that even parents can enjoy. Fully 3D animated music DVD will keep your toes tapping and everyone can join the fun by singing and dancing along.

Includes nine fully animated songs including The GiggleBelly Train, Old MacDonald Had A Farm, Wheels On The Bus, Peanut, ABC Superstar, Web Footed Friends, Jumping Monkeys, Kooky Bird and Twinkle Twinkle Little Star. The DVD also includes MP3’s of all nine songs to download and create your own music CD, ten coloring pages, nine fully illustrated lyric sheets and two fun & fantastic wallpapers.

The Best in Me

Posted on November 13, 2013 by FCA Editor

“A Lot of Good in There” is not just the first song on Dave Kinnoin’s latest recording but a perfect description of the entire CD. The Best In Me sets songs about character to a rock ‘n’ roll beat. Dave’s most ambitiously produced recording to date highlights the simple notion of helping children make good character choices even when faced with difficult situations. Dave has assembled a remarkable group of kickin’ musicians and first rate vocalists that combine with stellar songwriting to make good character something to sing about.

Pacha’s Pajamas: A Story Written By Nature, Vol. 1 & 2

Posted on November 13, 2013 by FCA Editor

The double album has 28 tracks and features 70 artists spanning four generations including Mos Def, Cheech Marin, Les Nublans, Talib Kweli, Agape Youth Choir and 20 young artists. Magical pajamas whisk Pacha away to imaginary worlds where she has wild and comedic adventures with the characters on her PJs.

In this first story of the series, Pacha journeys to an epic music festival in the jungle organized for (and by) plants and animals. The animals’ experiences convey clues about the state of their habitat and the impact of human activities. Through this dream experience, Pacha falls in love with nature, realizes she is part of nature and that she has all that she needs within herself.

Green Golly & Her Golden Flute

Posted on November 12, 2013 by FCA Editor

Green Golly & her Golden Flute is a beautiful new picture book with audio. Written and performed by Keith Torgan and Barbara Siesel. Green Golly & Her Golden Flute introduces children to the magic of classical music via a whimsical re-working of the traditional tale of Rapunzel. A keen observer of all that whizzes by her tower window, Green Golly is inclined to rely on her musical abilities to help unravel the mysteries of life in the funny, engaging tale of romance and rescue, interwoven with works of Mozart, Mendelssohn, Schubert, Gossec, Elgar, Bizet, Chopin and Copland.

Suzanne Langelier-Lebeda’s charming illustrations partner beautifully with the book’s text, narration, and music to create a work that has unity, contrast and a lively flow of energy from one page to another striking a health balance between classical children’s illustration and modern graphic novel. The audio component of Green Golly & Her Golden Flute is in two parts. The first section is an entertaining narrative reminiscent of the radio dramas of the 1940’s with musical selections. The second part of the audio component follow the presentation of Green Golly & Her Golden Flute and consists of a splendid flute recital by Barbara Siesel, accompanied by pianist Jessica Krash. In this section young listeners have an opportunity to explore, in greater depth, the context that supports the composers’ original conceptions of their music.

Cool Things by The Hoots

Posted on November 12, 2013 by FCA Editor

Cool Things, the debut album by The Hoots, is a record of children’s oriented music rooted in folk, Americana and rock. The songs, with their catchy melodies and fun themes, are familiar, yet unique. It is music that kids love and their families both love.