The Tommie Rizzo Duo
Artists: Tommie Rizzo and guest performers |
Dave Ruch
Traditional Children's Game Songs, Stories and SingalongsAuthentic children's songs, singing games and stories from American, European and African traditions offer young wigglers an unparalleled opportunity to connect with their own heritage, and that of other cultures. This is time-tested fun for the youngest audiences from the days when children were responsible for entertaining themselves! (Preschools & Ages 3-7, 30 minutes) |
Songs from our Communities....for singing and moving!As we know, students learn best when they are doing, and when they are having fun! Your students will be moving, laughing, clapping and singing as they enjoy songs and stories from communities near and far. We'll be reinforcing an important Social Studies unit on communities and neighborhoods too! Ties into K-2 curriculum. (30-40 minutes) |
World Communities ConcertAdd a new dimension to your studies of various world cultures and communities with joyous song! Your students will experience an Indian tabla drum, an exotic stringed instrument from Europe, a Native American traditional instrument and more as they sing in various languages and discuss ways in which we are all similar. Dave also talks about his own eye-opening trip to Asia. Ties into 3rd grade curriculum, adaptable for K-6. (40 minutes) |
The Erie Canal ConcertBring Erie Canal times to life right in your school building. Dave has dug up a treasure trove of songs and stories from the workers, captains, passengers and crews who worked on "Clinton's Ditch." Included in this interactive session are many opportunities for students to show off what they know about the Erie Canal. Ties into 4th and 7th grade curriculum, adaptable for K-8.(40 minutes) |
The Native Americans of New YorkWith his guitar and some traditional Iroquois gourd rattles, Dave leads students on a musical journey into our history. Students become active participants in their own learning as they sing along (in English and Iroquois!), answer questions and act out songs. Topics covered include the Iroquois' use of their surroundings to meet their basic needs for food, clothing and shelter, and the forced relocation of the Iroquois. Ties into 4th grade curriculum adaptable for K-8. (40 minutes). |
New York State Social Studies SamplerDave loves the grade 4 social studies curriculum in NY schools, so here's a "grab bag" of songs and stories from the Native Americans of NY State (Iroquois Indians), the Revolutionary War in NY State, the Erie Canal and more. Perfect for preparing for the NYS Grade 5 fall Social Studies test. (40 minutes) |
Immigration Songs and StoriesSongs and stories from and about the many immigrant groups that came to America in search of a better life, along with some musical instruments they brought with them. Themes touched upon include why people immigrated to America, what they expected to find, how they got here and where they are now. Ties into 5th grade curriculum, adaptable for grades 3-6. (40 minutes) |
Regions of the U.S. in SongA musical trip across America! Interactive songs, stories and musical instruments from various regions of our country. Song material highlights one or more of the features or occupations of each region. Ties into 4th/5th grade curriculum, adaptable for K-8. (40 minutes) |
Just for FunDave 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. Perfect for "Fun Day" or "Arts Day" at school, PTA family nights, ice cream socials, etc. PreK-6. ** Optional songwriting workshops available for all performances |
The Evening Family ConcertDave 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. Artist: Dave Ruch |
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Tommie Rizzo began performing at the age of 16. In the 1940s and
1950s he sang and played acoustic bass at most of the popular entertainment
places in Western New York. Tommie was inducted into the Buffalo
Music Hall of Fame in 2002. The Tommie Rizzo Duo, using an electric
piano and acoustic bass, will present a concert of music from the
1920s through the 1950s with an emphasis on the Swing era of the
late 1930s and 1940s. The music will also be related to the era
of the Crystal Beach Boat and Ballroom with historical information
about those places. 
With his guitar, banjo, jaw harp and unique songbag, Performer,
Teaching Artist and Hill Brother Dave Ruch presents his solo performances.
Following the performance, Dave also offers songwriting workshops.
All of the concerts are adjusted to be age appropriate and contain
fun filled hands on participation alongside curriculum learning.