Children's Shows

 

“Really a treat for students and teachers! Colin O’Brien delivers a terrific children's concert right in the classroom.”
-Sarah S. Wright, Wisconsin Conservatory of Music



“The children were all engaged and the presentation was informative and entertaining at the same time. Everyone truly enjoyed it and I hope we will be lucky enough to have you in our school again!"
-Melinda Wyany Jansen, School Counselor

 

Little hands on. Kids love a banjo.


Music Samples!

Turkey
in the Straw

Oh Susannah!


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Some Kids Love to sing!

 

 

Programs

First and foremost is that I love playing for children! They offer a world of enthusiasm and a sense of wonder, and it's my desire and my job to meet them there. I know the show is going well when I'm playing with them. For the children to be actively involved in the program is of utmost importance, and the key to this is sustaining their interest. We play games, they help me sing songs and participate physically (Clap, stomp, spin, hop....) Children love to try the banjo and each child gets that opportunity. As I share the history of the banjo's origins they get a glimpse into American history.

 

Rails and Trails

Songs and stories from the frontier era

This fun group is from The Sharon Wilson Center for the Arts  in Brookfield, WI.

 

River Tales

Songs and Strories of the steambaoat era

Children love to dance!

“I thought it was going to be boring, but it was a lot of fun!"   - Sofia Delgado, age 6

 

New program!

Songs About Work

This program takes children on a journey beginning with the earliest days of the United States through the Industrial revolution. Songs and stories of the Labor class, from John Henry to Joe Hill.

 

 

Discounts are available for multiple bookings within a single library or school system.
For me to give you the most affordable rate I have a few questions to ask, so pleas drop me a line!

 
A partial list of past presenters

 

Email

414 372 8523