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Garden Concerts for Kids 2007 Dates: August 11–12, 18–19, and 25–26, 2007 |
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Farmer Jason and the Barnstormers, Singer-songwriter Jason Ringenberg is proof you can take the boy out of the farm, but you can't take the farm out of the boy. Ringenberg pioneered the fusion of punk and country with his band Jason and the Scorchers in the mid-80s, but he recently earned a whole new generation of fans with his alter ego Farmer Jason. With a musical style that ranges from high energy punk to rock-a-billy country, Farmer Jason and his band, the Barnstormers, draw sell-out crowds from Osh Kosh to Oslo with infectious tunes like "He's a Moose on the Loose," "Ode to a Toad," and "Punk Rock Skunk." Don't miss their music that has been called "catchy, clever, funny, musically interesting, and definitely danceworthy." Music Sample |
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Back by popular demand! He may be a favorite of the sippy-cup set, but look behind the kiddie mosh pit at any Justin Roberts concert and you'll find plenty of adults singing right along. With songs about bullies, dinosaurs, and losing teeth, Justin's music naturally connects with kids. But it's his indelible pop hooks that keeps kids and their parents coming back for more. Justin's catchy and sophisticated songs and his ability to play in a wide variety of styles has earned him comparisons to artists like Paul Simon and Elvis Costello. Listen to "Our Imaginary Rhino," "Koala Bear Diner," or "Hey Hippopotomus" and you'll see why this four-time Parent's Choice Gold Award-winner has been called "a rising star in the world of children's music." Music Sample |
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Tom Chapin and Friends, August 25–26 Tom Chapin has entertained, amused, and enlightened audiences of all ages for more than 30 years. His recordings aimed at 4- to 11-year-olds and their families have garnered awards from the American Library Association, Parent's Choice, and the New York Music Awards. His latest family recording, Some Assembly Required (2005), was nominated for a Grammy in the Best Musical Album for Children category. His accomplished musicianship, skillful songwriting, and personal warmth shine through whether he's performing in a concert hall or a coffeehouse. With songs like "Billy the Squid," "Sing a Whale Song," and "Puppy at the Pound" in his oeuvre, you'll quickly discover why he's been dubbed "the Pied Piper of children's music." Music Sample |
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