Young Audiences of Western New York

Family & Community

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Bart and Kevin

Family Works

In this energetic, entertaining and touching one-hour evening performance of music for all ages, Bart & Kevin perform songs that address an array of family matters. The program includes original children's music from the performers' award-winning albums "I Wish I Was A Dinosaur," "Chuckin," and "Family Works," along with some of the most popular and significant music from the '50s through the '90s. Parents are not limited to watching their children participate. "Family Works" will have everyone singing, laughing, hugging and sometimes crying, while sharing and reflecting upon some of life's meaningful moments.

Fee: $930

Family Concert

This performance is designed for the enjoyment of all ages, from grandparents to young children. Bart & Kevin's Family Concert provides an excellent way to bring the school and community closer together.

Fee: $930

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The Buffalo Buzzards

Special Holiday Program

The Buzzards offer a special holiday program that involves total audience participation and sing-along. This program has been used as a popular send-off to the holiday vacation.
Fee: $675 (plus union travel)

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Glenn Colton

The Family Concert

This is an indescribably magical performance that combines unbridled fun with just the right amount of Glenn's personal message. It's a great way to bring families together (any time of day, any time of year) for a spectacular musical experience. Think of this show as "All the best moments of Glenn's concert's rolled into one!"

Fee: $857

The Glenn Colton Holiday Show

Capture the excitement of the season with this heartwarming and uplifting concert. This festive show combines holiday favorites with just the right touch of Glenn's musical message.

Fee: $857

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Nels Cremean-In Jest

Jest for Laughs

Perfect for family nights or celebrations any time of the year, this knock-your-socks-off, laugh-until-it-hurts performance highlights the value of laughter and play.

Fee: $830

More programs by this artist: Residencies, Professional Development, & Theater & Dance


Fiddlesticks

The fiddling Monaco Family brings old time fiddle music to life in this fascinating program. Different fiddle styles, limberjacks, washboards, spoons, and bowing techniques are all demonstrated as fiddle tunes from Sweden, Germany, Spain, and America are presented to the audience. Fiddlesticks encourage audience participation through singing and inviting audience members on stage to try out the rhythm sticks during the show.

Fee: $427

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Galliard Brass Quintet

Special Holiday Program

Music of the season to suit your taste and needs. The members of Galliard Brass Quintet are also members of the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra. This presentation includes an assortment of odd and unusual musical instruments that must be seen to be believed!

Fee: $695 (plus union travel)

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The Hill Brothers

Family Concert

A fun-filled evening (or afternoon) of sing-alongs, humor, and participatory songs. This is a Hill Brothers' grab bag of music! This is a warm get-together for all ages to share, perfect for PTA family nights, ice cream socials, library events, end of the year celebrations, festivals, town parks, community events, parents days and more.

Fee: $960

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Ladies First Jazz Combo

Holiday Jazz

The Ladies First Jazz Combo loves the opportunity to jazz up all of your holiday favorites for a fun-filled family event. This dynamic holiday program will have everyone snapping their fingers and singing along!

Fee: $755

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Maelström Percussion Ensemble

World of Percussion

In World of Percussion Maelström presents a whirlpool of sounds and colors. Maelström showcases music and instruments from Asia, Africa and Latin America and the latest in modern percussion.

Fee: $675 (plus union travel)

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Kevin McCarthy

Family Wellness Concert

Kevin plays all the hits to inspire students and families to live better. The best of his Character Ed. and Wellness shows wrapped into one program the entire family will learn from and enjoy!

Fee: $755

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The McClure Artist Guild

All of the McClure Artist Guild's programs can be adapted for single evening performances and family audiences.

Fee: Call the office for details

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Dave Ruch

The Evening Family Concert

Dave brings along his banjo, mandolin, guitar, jaw harp and washtub bass for a special program full of musical fun for all ages. Audience members will delight in seeing and learning a bit about these instruments up close while enjoying some great participatory songs performed on each. Expect singalongs, movement songs, laughter, guessing games, even a few cartoon themes.....some audience members may even be invited to come up on "stage" and play the washtub with Dave! Perfect for PTA functions at school, a reward for a job well done, ice cream socials, family nights, etc.

Fee: $680

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Reynold Scott

Jazz It Up!

The history of jazz comes alive through the sounds of this exciting American art form, from spirituals to fusion and all that came in between. The group will play familiar music and demonstrate the uses of rhythm and improvisation.

Fee: $675

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The Smudge Fundaes

Family & Community Show

Sandie and Suzanne are winners of the 2003 Parents' Choice Approved Award. The Family and Community show is a mix of Sandie and Suzanne's programs rolled all up in one special show. There is lots of audience participation and a mixture of familiar and original tunes. The program includes catchy, upbeat songs, bright, fun costumes and props and is a fabulous musical show!

Fee: $755

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Taylor Made Jazz

Taylor Made Jazz was formed over 20 years ago and has performed at many festivals and clubs in Buffalo and the surrounding areas, as well as around the world. Audience participation is encouraged through vocal warm-up exercises and singing.

Fee: $985 (plus union travel)

This is only a selection of Family & Community programs presented by YA-WNY artists.  Please call the office for other suggestions or to customize a program for your event.

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