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Other Library Concerts &
Workshops
Although most of these concerts are
appropriate any time of year, I’ve categorized them to make your choice
easier to make! Visit the media page for downloadable photos and posters
to publicize your event!
indicates Song of the Month or links on the
Activities Page
BEE-BOPPIN’ BUGS
This concert is packed with fun facts about our
tiny buzzing, creeping, and crawling friends.
Children will sing, wiggle, and buzz along.
BACKYARD BOOGIE!
Explore the fascinating and fragile world in your own backyard, as you
wiggle, sing, and dance your way through this interactive concert.
E-I-E-I-OINK!
A farm song-sing-along featuring lots of songs about
animals, including a herd of cool cows, farm machinery, and growing
things. Perfect for spring or fall.
SHE SINGS SEA SONGS
Sea songs with an emphasis on Pacific Northwest sea life, including tide
pools and ferry boats
SINGIN’ SIDESADDLE
Travel back to the Old West with this sing-along concert. You’ll visit the
days of calico and
cowpokes in this rootin’ tootin’ roundup of favorite songs from days gone
by.
E-I-E-I-OINK!
A farm song-sing-along featuring lots of songs about
animals, including a herd of cool cows, farm machinery, and growing
things. Perfect for spring or fall.
SEASON FOR SINGING
Why do we decorate with holly? Ion what country to children start the
season with a “good scrubbing from head to toe?” Share the holiday
traditions of children around the world, and learn where some of our
favorite customs have come from in this musical celebration of the season!
DANCING PAJAMAS!
Perfect for those dark winter days! Children are invited to wear pajamas
and bring a favorite stuffed
animal and blanket. This concert includes songs about nocturnal animals
and bedtime, with a sprinkling of lullabies!
Literacy
Themed Concerts
MOTHER GOOSE ON THE
LOOSE!
(companion recording - Little Songs
for Little Me)
Favorite nursery rhymes come to life with interactive props and lots of
help from young audience members
READ ‘N SING A STORY SONG
Sing and read your way through these books that sing, brought to life with
interactive props.
RHYME TIME
Join this musical celebration of poetry, as you sing, dance, and play with
words that rhyme.
SING INTO READING!
Join this musical celebration of Early Literacy. Songs are one of the most
effective ways for children to learn the six pre-reading skills. Parents
are invited to bring their children as they sing and play with words
together while receiving important information about Early Literacy. The
program includes hand-outs that outline the six skills and list fun ways
to reinforce them at home using books and songs. Nancy is developing a
companion CD with the music for this program.
*Special downloadable concert poster and photo
available here
Year- Round
Favorites!
RHYTHM OF THE ROCKS
* Best concert for elementary ages
Based on Nancy’s ALA award-winning recording, this interactive concert
will take children on a musical journey around the world.
SING A SONG OF SCIENCE
These musical experiments will have children exploring gravity,
electricity, colors, space, and much more!
DINOSAURS GALORE!
An educational and entertaining concert which explores the “lighter” side
of dinosaurs! Highlights include the choreographed number Continental
Drift, and I’m a Paleontologist.
HOORAY FOR WASHINGTON!
Children will learn all about our state in this fun-filled concert
featuring Sadie the Slimy Slug ( 3-foot singing puppet), a “live” map of
Washington, a Products Rap, and many other songs.
CONCERT IN THE CASTLE
Children are invited to wear their favorite royal costumes in the concert
celebrating all things royal!
*Special downloadable concert poster and photo available here
BEDHOG DOGS AND OTHER PET SONGS!
Make no bones about it, this concert will be a howling good time! Nancy
will feature songs from her recording, Oodles of Animals, as well as brand
new songs about our furry four-legged friends!
*Special
downloadable concert poster and photo available here
Music Workshops
For Librarians:
Nancy will show you ways to incorporate music into your story times using
simple songs, props, homemade instruments, and books. Handouts provided.
For Parents:
Music and Your Baby
Parents of young children will learn how important
music is in early childhood development, and ways to use books and songs with
their children at home.
Handouts provided.
For Childcare Providers:
Daycare and other childcare providers will learn
15-20 simple songs and ways to use them with young children, as well as
homemade instruments and
information on the value of music for the young
child. Handouts provided.
About Nancy Stewart
American Library Association Notable Children’s Artist
- Parents’ Choice Honor Winner
- 5 Time Seattle’s Child Golden Bootie Award
- Billboard Magazine Songwriter Award
Comments from Children’s Librarians…
“Nancy is just great! She is a real professional and promotes books and media.”
“Thanks again for a great program! I always learn new things I can use as a librarian!”
“Your performances are consistently highly professional and real crowd pleasers. I always feel inspired to try something new after your performances!”
“Nancy can handle any audience with grace and a smile!”
“Nancy is always excellent! Her rapport with the audience is magical! ”
Fees
Fees vary depending on location
(inside or outside Seattle area), and number
of bookings. Typically the fee is $250 per
concert, but multiple bookings can lower the cost. Since every library has a
different budget, Nancy will be happy to work with you.
 Song for the Children’s Librarian |
| This song is dedicated to all the wonderful people who enrich the lives of the children who visit their libraries. Thank You! |
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Seattle
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