In Libraries, Schools and other Locations, Ms. Patricia Presents:

CONCERTS
for children and families that include a great variety of interactive songs—a cappella or accompanying herself on guitar, Autoharp and rhythm instruments.

THEME PROGRAMS & WORKSHOPS

Bully Free! is a 45 minute interactive program that can be specially adapted for groupings of elementary school children assemblies, classrooms, or other small groups settings. In song and story this entertaining program refers directly to what bullying is and how to respond to it and reduce it. Patricia will work with schools and other organizations to incorporate aspects of their training and messages regarding bullying into the program and to reinforce related messages. A CD recording of program songs is available.       

What’s in a Song? is an interactive  workshop that covers basic song elements and often uses a familiar tune to help participants write at least 1 verse of their own song, expressing themselves through music and words. The experience demystifies the songwriting process in a simple way, without using technical terms. Depending on group size, age, experience and time availability, the workshop varies and lasts 1-3 hours. 

 AND - Patricia will work with schools, libraries, community groups and others to customize her current offerings and create new concerts, programs, workshops and community arts projects. As much as possible, she will accommodate varied time frames, schedules and other group needs also.  

In November 2003, Patricia was selected by The Kalamazoo Nature Center and Binder Park Zoo (Battle Creek) to open for PBS T.V. program hosts and creature adventurers, The Kratt Brothers, in front of 1,500 children and parents at WMU’s Miller Auditorium. 

What they're saying...

Ms. Patricia warms to the audience from the first chord to the last.  She draws her listeners in with familiar songs and makes them a part of her show too. — Kalamazoo Public Library

The music was terrific—everyone listened well, even kids who normally do not…a great reinforcement of the anti-bullying climate we’ve tried to create at Starr. Good sense of humor. The kids loved it! — Starr Elementary School, Plainwell, MI

Patricia…involves children in her performances. She is able to work with a variety of ages, using a mix of patience and enthusiasm to arouse children’s curiosity and interest. — J. Wright, Kalamazoo Nature Center

Excellent use of stories and songs…great creativity…engaging and fun songs. The words of the songs were meaningful but simple—good. I appreciated how you used the ideas the children have been studying. —Hoppin Elementary School, Three Rivers, MI