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Musicians for Kids! Part I

© Deborah Jeter

There are all sorts of ways to expose your student or your child to some wonderful music experiences in hopes that it will create or stimulate a desire for continued involvement of this extraordinary artform. However, of all the ways there are to plant those necessary seeds of love of music, few can actually turn the tide in their little hearts and minds as fervently as the dedication and exuberance exhibited by a musician devoted to quality child oriented music. One of the reasons that I thought this article would be appropriate for this time of year is because September is usually when teachers get a few dollars given to them to spend as they will for use in their classrooms. I hope that by offering these links, it will make those choices easier for you.

The Tom Chapin Web Site

Bio

Discography

Tour Schedule

Interview by your's truly.

It was a bitter, cold day in Abilene, when I left to hear a concert by Tom Chapin at our city's most esteemed renovated historical theatre. Two of my students were performing with a group of boys and girls that had been hand picked for their beautiful voices and fearless inhibitions on stage. (I think the term is "Hams") This interview was not scheduled so it is short and I might also add that it was my first interview with any one of his stature in the children's music industry. I had more stage fright than anyone, I'm quite sure. But Tom proved to be harmless and very charming.

The Burl Ives Homepage

Remembering Burl Ives

A few music clips

Greatest Hits

I know an Old Lady who Swallowed a Fly

A Burl Ives Collection of Songs

Filmography

Other Links of Interest

Smithsonian Database of Folk Songs

Funniest Food Songs

Catch 'em when they're young.

Live and Learn

Next week, come back for some great sites and more sounds by these inspirational and fun artists: Tom Glazer, Raffi and Bobby McFerrin! Plus a couple of surprises you don't want to miss.

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