Babik
A Journey Through Gypsy JazzTake a musical ride through Europe, America and beyond! In this fun and lively concert, Babik will introduce students to the music of Gypsy Guitar virtuoso Django Reinhardt and violinist Stephane Grapelly. The very popular music of "Swing de Paris" kept people's spirits high during World War II, on both the battlefield and the homefront. Django began performing professionally at the age of twelve, but his career was nearly ruined when his left hand was severely burned in a fire. Despite this setback, Django overcame this handicap and actually used it to his advantage and went on to become one of the greatest Jazz guitarists of all time...using only his thumb and two fingers! Django also survived the Nazi persecution of Gypsies during the Holocaust--his music literally saved his life on a number of occasions. Hearing his music and life story is sure to inspire students to never give up in the face of hard times. Through music, singing and storytelling Babik's performance will teach students about World War II, Gypsy Culture, Jazz and Improvisation--the only thing that's missing will be the campfire! (Programs for High School students studying World War II will include more WWII history and how Django survived Nazi persecution of the Gypsy people.) Artists: Stuart Fuchs, Lead Guitar; Geoffrey Fitzhugh Perry, Violin; Josh Assad, Rhythm Guitar and Vocals; Kevin O’Brien, Upright Bass |
Bart & Kevin
The quality of Bart Dentino’s music and his fine reputation have earned him awards in performing arts, children’s recordings and vocal music. A professional musician for over twenty years, Kevin Huber is well known for his guitar skills in an incredible variety of musical styles. Kevin’s unique styling, combined with Bart’s dynamic vocals and enthusiastic audience rapport, make a Bart & Kevin live performance a total musical experience. I Wish I Was a DinosaurIn this entertaining musical program, Bart & Kevin use their American Library Association Award Winning Children’s Music! Students are involved in the dynamics of a live performance. With songs written from a child’s perspective, students are guided through different types of activities that are appropriate for each song. The activities are designed to show students how their behaviors are important to the success of the performance. Ideal for young students who may need experience in appropriate audience behavior. Grades: Pre-K - 3 |
What A Wonderful World It Would BeThis unique program enables and motivates students to work together to create an ideal social environment. Through motivational music & audience interaction, Bart & Kevin teach positive approaches to today’s societal difficulties, including a unique approach to bullying. Students gain an understanding of values such as kindness, compromise and commitment. Grades: K - 6 |
Just Say WhyA great choice for Red Ribbon Week! We all have the desire to be happy and feel good. How can we achieve the happiness we seek in ways not harmful to ourselves or others? In this interactive musical performance, Bart & Kevin discuss the healthy choices we can make to obtain happiness and personal satisfaction. Personal relationships, drug and alcohol abuse, nicotine use and eating disorders are among the topics addressed in this program! Grades: 4 – 12 |
History in Popular MusicThis program follows US history in popular music from the early ‘50s through the ‘80s and demonstrates how popular music reflects our lives politically, socially and culturally. Students learn the history associated with these very different decades through some of our most popular and influential songs. Topics include the Eisenhower years, the “American Dream,” the Kennedy years, the Civil Rights Movement, Vietnam, Watergate and the Reagan years. This is an excellent program for American History Curriculum Enhancement! (80 minutes) Grades: 6 – 12 |
Just for the MusicStudents and teachers participate in this concert designed specifically for fun. It offers a great way to reward your students for achievement or can be used as a special activity for the end of the school year. Grades: 6 – 12 |
Holiday ConcertAs the Holidays approach, look to Bart & Kevin for their Holiday version of the always popular Family Concert. They offer award winning original music combined with seasonal classics. This concert is available for Halloween & Christmas! Artists: Bart Dentino, Kevin Huber |
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Nancy Baun
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Journey With Music and the ImaginationThis interactive program is based on a short work for cello and piano, written by Lukas Foss. With the piece as a focal point, the performers describe the creation process of each of the art forms - music and writing- and discuss how the use of language can identify a feeling or idea created by a musical impulse. The artists then demonstrate the particular character and elements of the Foss piece and, with the use of specific images and sounds, guide the students to use their imaginations to create their own “sound story.” The program culminates in the performance of “Journey,” a work written and told by author and storyteller Raya Then, to the live music of the cello/piano duo. Artists: Nancy Baun, Raya Then, Susan Schuman |
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BABIK (Bah-Beek) is Buffalo's only Gypsy Swing band-a quartet that plays the music of Jazz legends Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelly, Brazilian and Latin sounds, as well as original compositions. These four skilled musicians improvise passionately and create music that balances refined musicianship with the raw energy of a Gypsy campfire. The Buffalo News calls Babik "one of the hottest bands in Buffalo" and they have also won "Best Jazz Band" from Artvoice's Readers Choice Awards for three years running. In 2008 they performed a pops concert with the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra. The music of Babik is joyful and has deep roots in the gypsy tradition-moving audiences to dance and celebrate life!
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