One of the best reasons to watch tv with your kids
Kevin Joyce | Bethlehem, PA United States | 02/16/2003
(5 out of 5 stars)
"In the hurly-burly frentic world that is often kids TV, along comes a simple octopus, his wienie dog and his friend Henry the Penguin among others. Even with all its simple pleasures(story, art, themes), the best reason to watch this is the music. Often I will find myself humming the simple acoustic theme in my head while at work. Now the best songs are collected in this album. The music is great, with most of the songs sung by Fred Savage, who voices Oswald. Now Nat King Cole he isn't, but his simple warblings only add to the charm. The two songs sung by Tony Orlando are also quite cute. The tunes are short, catchy and memorable. Now my daughter and I can turn off the TV, turn on the CD and still enjoy Oswald."
This cd is the best!!
J. Johnson | U.S.A. | 09/05/2003
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I really love oswald the octopus cartoon. It is so calm we love to watch it with our children.It is such a nice pleasant cartoon that is really needed for today. As a 38 year old mom I must say I really enjoy every minute of this cartoon myself. It really is a happy show to watch. We Love the music cd not to long not to short it is perfect and a must buy!!"
Sorry, Weenie!
Kristen Bowden | United States | 03/18/2003
(1 out of 5 stars)
"My children and I watch Oswald almost every day, so I was eager to pick up the CD when I saw it at the store. I was shocked at how short it was- only 17 minutes from start to finish. I had expected more songs, or at least extended versions of the songs selected. Many of my favorites were not on the CD ("I Can't Rollerskate" and "Go, Go-cart, Go," to name a few). Almost a third of the CD is instrumental (not high on my two kids' playlist). I expected more from my beloved round friend."
An excellent choice for children or adults
M. Rodrigues | Clarksville, TN USA | 04/04/2005
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This CD has proven to be a wonderful purchase. The songs are very soft and gentel and perfect for relaxing or bed time. We have an 8 month old daughter, and this music has proven to be the best yet to help her sleep.
I must admit as an adult, I also love this music, it is very well done and pleasant to listen to, and I often find myself humming the melodies or singing the songs throughout the day.
None of the songs are very long, and the music on the disk itself goes by fast, but it seems to be a perfect mix of great melodies that are perfectly timed to not be annoying or boring.
Whoever wrote these songs did an amazing job. If you have children or if you simply love good music from horns, violins and piano this is a sure winner."
Not just for kids!
red7779 | Milford, PA, USA | 09/25/2003
(5 out of 5 stars)
"...In fact, it's probably better suited for adults--as another reviewer noted, there are a lot of instrumentals, the arrangements are complex and jazzy...If only it were longer. I want to know who the "various artists" were and if they've done anything else!"