Storyline with Carol Connolly and Tales 'n Tunes


*" I found out I could do something I never thought I could do."* --Eric, sixth grade student *"You had the audience spellbound from start to finish!"* --Marji Dickinson, Special Program Committee, ALR *" Thanks for an outstanding job! "* --Chuck Haugh, Cub Master Pack 83, Burnt Hills, NY	*" Thanks for coming. Your songs and stories were wonderful."* --4th grader *" Delightfully entertaining."* --ALA Booklist *" You were fabulous! "* --Melinda Georgeson, Director of Education, Norman Rockwell Museum, Stockbridge, MA *" Top notch."* --School Library Journal
What’s New Our latest CD, Bunches of Beasts, is a winner of a 2007 NAPPA Honors Award, presented by the National Parenting Publications Association (NAPPA), and a Finalist for a Children's Music Web Award. NAPPA says: "These lively stories overflow with catchy chants and tunes. This sing-along, tell-along, stick-in-your-head fun for young listeners is a blast. Parents will hear these stories repeated by their children--often and with great relish." *It has also garnered two fantastic reviews! The American Library Association’s publication, Booklist, says in its April 2007 issue:* "Musical storytelling duo Carol Connolly and Don Darmer spotlight a compact carnival of animals (and a few humans) in nine songs and tales. Many of the beasts act in suspicious and often laughable human ways... The stories are framed by down home fiddle, banjo, guitar, and bass music and vocals. Two original animal songs round out the collection. Reminiscent of an old fashioned get together with a couple of friendly, talented storytellers who don’t mind taking their time. Delightfully entertaining." *And if that wasn’t enough, more praise comes in the School Library Journal’s April 2007 issue:* "Carol Connolly and Don Darmer's latest release is an enchanting combination of lively melodies, catchy rhythms, and enthusiastic presentation. The nine original animal-themed songs feature both real and mythical creatures. Combining clever storytelling and simple melodies, the duo sing their way through stories such as "Little Red Bossy Hen," "Bunches of Beasts," "Magic Beans" and more. ... The songs' storylines reinforce such concepts as individuality, imagination, and courage. Connolly's lyrics and the music, written by Darmer, blend nicely to provide a solid choice for preschool and primary grade general listening." Tales 'n Tunes' first CD is a celebrated winner of both the iParenting Media Award and the Honors Award presented by the National Parenting Publications Association (NAPPA)! The title is Travelin’ Down the Road: Sing Along Stories from Around the World. It’s chock full of world tales (62 minutes worth). Each one has an original song for listeners to sing along. Recommended for children ages 4 and up, its toe-tappin’, hand-clappin’, finger-snappin’ rhythms will have both kids and adults joining in on the fun. The School Library Journal said: "The storytelling is enthusiastic and expressive and the musical performances are top notch." If you’d like to purchase one or both of these CDs, or listen to a sample, just click here. And, remember, they make great gifts! Now, Tales 'n Tunes is offering a fundraising opportunity for your school, group, team, club or scouting organization. By selling their award winning CD, you can raise money to support your group. Click here for details. 2008 Schedule June 27--Tales ‘n Tunes will present “ Buggy About Books!” at 11:00 a.m. at the Crandall Public Library, Glens Falls, NY. Call (518) 792-6508 for information. July 1--Tales ‘n Tunes will perform “Buggy About Books!” at 7:00 p.m. at the Marcellus Free Library, Marcellus, NY. Call (315) 673-3221 for in formation. July 2--Tales ‘n Tunes will perform “Buggy About Books” at 1:30 p.m. at the Plattsburgh Public Library, Plattsburgh, NY. Call (518) 563 0921 for info. July 9--Tales ‘n Tunes will present “Buggy About Books” at 3:00 p.m. at the Clifton Park-Halfmoon Library, Clifton Park, NY. Call 371- 8622 for details. July 16--Tales 'n Tunes will present "Buggy About Books!" at 7:00 p.m. at the Moore Memorial Library, Greene, NY. Call (607) 656 9349 for information. July 21--Tales 'n Tunes will perform "Buggy About Books!" at 7:00 p.m. at the Broome County Public Library, Binghamton, NY. Call (607) 778-6456 for information. July 16--Tales ‘n Tunes will perform “ Buggy About Books!” at 2:00 p.m. at the Mary Wilcox Library, Whitney Point, NY. Call (607) 692-3159 for information. July 22--Tales 'n Tunes will perform "Buggy About Books!" at 7:00 p.m. at the George F. Johnson Memorial Library, Endicott, NY. Call (607) 757-5350 for information. July 23--Tales 'n Tunes will perform "Buggy About Books!" at 1:30 p.m. at the Sherburne Public Library, Sherburne, NY. Call (607) 674-4242 for information. July 23--Tales 'n Tunes will perform "Buggy About Books!" at 6:30 p.m. at the Oxford Memorial Library, Oxford, NY. Call (607) 843-6146 for information. July 28--Tales ‘n Tunes will perform “Buggy About Books!” at 6:30 p.m. at the LaGrange Association Library, Poughkeepsie, NY. Call (845) 452-3141 for information. July 29--Tales ‘n Tunes will perform “Buggy About Books!” at 7:00 p.m. at the Whitehall Library, Whitehall, NY. Call (518)499-1366 for information. July 30--Tales ‘n Tunes will perform “Buggy About Books!” at 3:00 p.m. at the Waterford Public Library, Waterford, NY. Call (518)237-0891 for information July 30--Tales ‘n Tunes will perform “Buggy About Books!” at 6:30 p.m. at the Mechanicville Public Library, Mechanicville, NY. Call (518)664-4646 for information July 31--Tales 'n Tunes will present "Buggy About Books!" at 1:00 p.m. at the South Steuben County Library, Corning, NY. Call (607) 936-3713 for information. August 6--Collar City Live! at Riverfront Park, Troy, NY. Noon. Free. Open to the public. For info, go to Collar City Live! August 13-Tales ‘n Tunes will present “Sing Slong Stories from Around the World” at Clifton Commons Recreation Center, Clifton Park, NY. Free and open to the public. Call 371-6667. August 24--Carol will perform with the storytelling quartet, Four Stories High, at Schoharie Crossing Storytelling Series. Details TBA. October 12--Private party. Rochester, NY Note: Performances with times listed are open to the public.
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