Best Of The Best Live
Red Brick, 2021
9/10
Listen to Best Of The Best Live
Undoubtedly some of the best musicians in the area of music for families, Sharon, Lois & Bram bring us the magic of their live concert experience on this aptly titled album, where we’re treated to more than 25 never-before heard live recordings.
“Rig A Jig Jig/One Elephant” starts the listen and immediately brings a sing-along quality with it as the trio all sing with much playfulness, and it isn’t long until the upbeat and energetic “She’ll Be Coming Round The Mountain” offers an inimitable version of the classic.
Further on, “Head And Shoulders Knees And Toes” brings bright brass and a rock’n’roll spirit to the affair, while “How Much Is That Doggie In The Window” recruits strings and canine sounds to the piano driven climate. “Skip To My Loo/Put Your Finger In The Air/Eensy Weensy Spider” then brings a medley of favorites for the young ears as the three weave in and out of each with a whole lot of fun.
Arriving near the end, “Hucklebuck” displays some charming three part harmonies in the retro-rock feel that bounces and shakes plenty, and “Hey Dum Diddeley Dum” welcomes plenty of crowd participation as the dreamy flute makes a big impression in the perfect finisher to the festivities.
It’s been over two decades since Sharon, Lois & Bram released a record, and they sure make up for it with these recordings culled from 1985-1995. Full of cheery banter, timeless melodies and musicianship that’s contagious enough to make you smile from ear to ear, these Canadians speak directly to the child in everyone.
Travels well with: The Laurie Berkner Band- Let’s Go; Stacey Peasley- Make It Happen