HootQuarters, the video series brings the educational misadventures of Oliver T. Owl and the inspiring music of the acclaimed kindierock band, The Hoots, into the homes of children and parents around the globe, helping them to explore their worlds, nurture their creativity and curiosity, and make good choices for themselves and the planet.
With an intentionally quaint and even retro style, HootQuarters is today’s answer to Mister Rogers and Pee Wee's Playhouse that new parents loved when they were kids.
Far from the latest HD CGI blockbuster, HootQuarters has a warmth that draws the audience into the whimsical world of Oliver, the Hoots, and their friends.
Certainly, purple owls are rare, but HootQuarters is more than that. It’s a sitcom for kids (especially ages 3 to 8) and adults that delivers PBS-quality life lessons through fresh yet somehow familiar songs and stories. With relatable topics like lachanophobia (that’s a fear of veggies), recycling, and not being afraid to try new things, the stories bring children along with unexpected twists and subtle jokes, the occasional word that might even widen parents’ vocabulary, and of course a joyful exploration of music. Whatever the subject, Oliver is always up to something, and he always manages to learn a lesson that will stick with children long after the screen has gone dark.
Click on Oliver to see some great shots of the show AND extra exclusive behind-the-scenes shots of the Hoot Quarters crew.
Samantha is a music teacher that can play just about every instrument. Seriously. Guitar, keyboard, piano, flute, even the curious otamatone! She is an avid bicyclist and when she isn’t playing with The Hoots she reading books, playing video games, or jamming with her other band, The Back Alley Buzzards
Oliver T. Owl is the lovable purple owl who hangs out with The Hoots and their many musical friends at HootQuarters. He is the star (and resident “diva” of the show) just ask him! Oliver has some rather curious views of the world; he seems to think he knows a lot more about just about everything than he actually does.
Joel plays bass in The Hoots and writes a bunch of the songs. When he is not working on new music or playing shows he is usually reading a book, seeing a concert, or listening to music. He does not own a tv.
Kevin is the drummer and sometimes vocalist in the band. He loves movies, going to concerts, and getting up to interesting shenanigans with Cozy. He definitely has the most adventurous spirit of anyone in the band. He loves to travel all over the planet and go on interesting hikes and adventures.
Cozy plays guitar in The Hoots. He is also responsible for writing lots of the catchy melodic “hooks” (that’s slang for the “catchy things you hear in music!”) in the music and on the Hoot Quarters video series. When he is not playing music, he digs playing video games, watching tv (and bad movies) and hanging out with his friends.
“This is a charming and funny episode about a kid relatable topic, a puppet not wanting to try a new food. The humor is simple and the story has a strong beginning, middle and end. Yet, there is a freshness to the storytelling as well, with some unexpected jokes and twists. The story features music […] read more
“I would recommend this product to anyone around kids or simply for your own listening pleasure.” – Holly read more
Check out this interview with Positive Phil where Joel talks a bit about the Hoot Quarters beginnings. read more
