The Funland Band

The Funland Band features three lovable characters, Woofer the guitar-playing dog, Mumfrey the cat on drums, and Boogabea the bear on keyboard. They are always on the move sharing their music, fun and fantasy with children and families. Audience participation is an integral part of our show, whether it is singing and dancing, clapping or other action –packed involvement. Their album, Music Makes the World Go Round is an exciting collection of original songs such as Couch Potato, Shake All Over, and Popcorn, as well as creative new arrangements of traditional favorites. Due to a fresh and contemporary sound, response has been excellent and their fans are anxiously awaiting the next release of original, interactive songs. The Funland Band’s contagious performances have been pleasing the young and the young at heart for the past fifteen years. Canadian audiences from Prince George, B.C. to Baddeck, Nova Scotia and as far as Iqualuit, Nunavut have been a part of the fun. In the U.S. they have played state fairs, festivals and many other special events. Performances as far a field as the Middle East have proven their international appeal. Their live performance is full of energy and enthusiasm; an extremely positive musical experience that sparks a whole lot of spontaneous audience participation. The Funland Band’s characters are no Couch Potatoes! As well as headlining their own shows at theatres, festivals, schools and fairs, they have been special guests appearing on various Television and Radio programs. This unique trio also presents special performances for Halloween and Christmas. In addition, The Funland Band has raised thousands of dollars and assisted many community organizations in fund-raising events for their charitable activities. Boogabea, Woofer and Mumfrey create a unique brand of musical theatre which will tickle both the imagination and the funny bone. You won’t be able to sit still once they hit the stage. The Funland Band children’s show reaches out to the hearts of all and captures the imaginations of everyone. Don’t deny anyone this kind of FUN… be a part of their next performance!

Dickie Bird

Dickie Bird comes equipped to entertain with an ample supply of up-beat music, a suitcase full of magic tricks and amazing gizmos like the Bubble Machine. Opportunities abound for audience participation. It's fast-paced fun - singalongs, action songs, magic tricks, the everybody-joins-in jugband and even puppet pal "Doug the Wug" makes a guest appearance. His show is "Personable, enthusiastic, talented, appealing.""Children were thoroughly involved.""Great props!""The perfect combination of music, magic and fun!!!" Dickie Bird (aka Richard Knechtel) has performed at festivals, resorts, theme parks and special events throughout Canada.

The Robert Davis Kids Music & Comedy Show

The Robert Davis Kids Music & Comedy Show takes a big hunk of music and a little chunk of comedy and turns them into a whole lotta fun! Family audiences are sure to have a good time with all the fun, catchy songs, kid friendly jokes and magical surprises throughout this popular family music show. Robert Davis is a Toronto-based award-winning songwriter who’s won top honours in several international songwriting contests and regularly performs at festivals, fairs, libraries and special events throughout the province. Many of Robert's songs appear on compilation CDs released by Canada's Casablanca Kids alongside songs by Fred Penner, Al Simmons, Jack Grunsky and Sharon, Lois & Bram. Many of these CDs have won major children’s music industry awards including Parent’s Choice, iParenting Media and two National Parenting Publications (NAPPA) Gold Awards. Robert has appeared on Treehouse TV. The Galaxie Kids Stuff and Max Trax Treehouse TV audio channels play many of his songs.
Robert has independently released two children’s music CDs: I Dream of Pizza and Get Snappy. He is currently writing and recording songs for a third CD and his first CD of adult contemporary songs. Robert also presents a seasonal show presented as The Robert Davis Christmas Party.
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The Stylamanders

Mark & Paul's High Energy Music Show is a zany, high- energy musical duo who combine great original music, audience participation, championship yo-yo tricks, wacky choreography, and pure fun to present a show that the whole family will enjoy! The show runs about 45 minutes. The music we present is from our five albums of kids music, and we will have the kids clapping, singing, dancing and moving throughout the show. Mark Kersey plays keyboards and accordian. He is also a Canadian YO-YO champ! Paul Gibson plays guitar and ha written many of the popular songs that the Stylamanders perform. As a professional actor he has toured all over Canada, including a stint as Dudley Dragon. Here's where we've been - Kanata (tree lighting festival), North York winter carnival, The Vermont Winterfest, Hamilton Copps Coliseum, Oshawa Center, Ontario Jockey Club, Canada's Wonderland, Mel Lastman Square, Muskoka Family Concerts, First Night Toronto, and many more appearances. Plus Corporate functions for Smithbooks, Fuji, Panasonic, Schneider Meats, Mutual Life, Royal Bank, Braun, Motorola, BCE Place, American Express, and many more corporations.

Hannah Montana tribute

Pumpin' up the Party: A Tribute to Hannah Montana - this show takes you through your favourite songs by Disney Popstar Hannah Montana and Miley Cyrus. This show is perfect for children's birthday parties, corporate kids' parties and picnics. The show is fully costumed, can be performed with up to 6 dancers, and includes an interactive dance lesson and prizes.

Earth, Seas & Air

This concert is part musical performance, part environmentalism and 100% fun! This award-winning show is fully interactive, featuring songs from Chris’ appearances on Mr. Dressup, YTV and the CBC! Chris gets kids singing, dancing and talking about taking care of the Earth. For over a decade, Chris has taken his audience beyond the 3 R’s of ecology (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle) to a new level of understanding of our global connection to forests, air, water and animals. Everyone leaves with the feeling that they can really make a difference!
Hailed as a "Children's musical star" (National Post) and "Canada's greatest eco-troubadour for young people" (Mississauga Living Arts Centre), Chris McKhool is one of Canada's hottest children's musicians. Chris has been touring across Canada with his children's concerts for over ten years, reaching almost 1 million children, and has appeared on Mr. Dressup, YTV's Treehouse, TVOntario's Crawlspace and the CBC.
A champion of environmental issues, Chris won a 2005 Green Toronto Award of Excellence and was a finalist for the Environment Canada Action Award for his work in schools and communities across Canada with his CD and concert "Earth, Seas & Air". He has also won a Parent's Choice Award in the U.S. for his CD of the same name, produced by Ken Whiteley (Raffi). He has been the recipient of Ontario Arts Council, Toronto Arts Council, FACTOR and PromoFact Awards.
Chris has toured through all of Canada including Baffin Island and has appeared at the Ottawa, Vancouver, Thunder Bay and London International Children's Festivals. He has also performed in the U.S, England, Cuba, Guatemala and Tibetan schools across the Indian Himalayas.

Music by Jake

Award-winning musician Jake Differ believes that music should never underestimate children. His lyrics make children laugh or dream, but they’re never simplistic. His rhythms make little feet dance, but they’re rich and varied, and borrow from many different musical styles. You can sing along with his melodies, but they’re fresh and new.
Jake’s latest album ZIGGY ZAGGY ROAD, featuring 15 brand new songs, is no exception. Opening with the irresistible sing-along “A Friend Like You”, the album winds by oceans (“Sailing Man”, “Georgia Strait”), zooms into deepest “Space”, explores the quiet wonder of “My Garden”, joins a raucous animal party “On the Bayou”, before making one last stop in a special place with the uplifting “Peace Waits For Us There”.
The album touches with joy and sensitivity on the many things that children love and grown-ups cherish: home, friends, animals, tales of adventure – in fact, everything wonderful about life on this planet.
Jake’s unforgettable live performance has become a popular favourite at festivals and events across Canada from Vancouver to Halifax, including the Toronto Street Festival, the Burlington Children’s Festival, the Sound of Music Festival, and 100,000 people at the annual “Day Out With Thomas” events. His “hilarious, lively and engaging” solo set continues to enthrall children in libraries, schools, and private functions.
Jake has been a professional bass player, guitar player and singer for most of his adult years, and began writing and recording children’s music several years ago. He lived for two years in the inspiring natural beauty of Pender Island, BC, and now makes his home in Peterborough, Ontario. His music is included on Casablanca Kids compilations with Fred Penner, Jack Grunsky, Sharon Lois & Bram and more, being distributed throughout North America

Kidz Kidding

Kidz Kidding has over 25 years of educational experience in teaching, teacher training, workshops, curriculum writing and program design. The group has been writing, recording and performing together for the past thirteen years. As professional musicians, Paul Adams, Mary Lou Sicoly and George Brasovan have performed in Canada, the United States and Europe. Kidz Kidding has received many awards including the TV Ontario Teachers’ Award of Merit, CARAS Award for Excellence in a Music Program (Juno Award Committee), Prime Minister’s Award for Teaching Excellence and a Juno Nomination for Best Children’s Album in 2002.

The Silly Singin’ and a Swingin’ Show

Jude John with Carl Horton perform a fun filled children’s concertmusic for young audiences. With her powerful voice and spirited personality, Jude performs a variety of original, jazzy, festive, entertaining, rockin’ and a rollin’ songs that will keep the children singin’ and a swingin’! A full audience participaction hour! Her concerts have been enjoyed by many shopping centres, libraries, festivals, schools. Jude Johnson has developed into one of Canada's finest vocalists and performers for both adults and children. She has released seven recordings including her most recent This Heart of Mine featuring Carl Horton on piano, guests Jackie Washington on vocals, Carlos del Junco on harmonica, Brian Lee Griffith on guitar and the string quartet "Panache". This classy, entertaining CD is a collection of classic jazz compositions performed with intimacy, grace and joy. Her other recordings include: Reflected Space, Flirtin' (1985), Jazz & Blues Straightup (1989), and Moontime Howl (1995), as well as a children's recording entitled Singin' and a Swingin (1993). Her recording One Voice is a collection of spiritual and inspirational songs celebrating the universal language of music. Jude has also been the unseen voice on many radio and TV commercials, been featured on CBC radio and sung on over 40 albums with such artists as Raffi, Scott Merritt and Stan Rogers, and performed across Canada at countless festivals, schools, libraries and community events.

Erik Traplin

Erick Traplin captivates young audiences and encourages participation throughout his fun-filled children’s concerts.
He performs a variety of music – including original and traditional children’s songs -- with his rich, multi-textured voice and friendly, easygoing delivery. Erick’s shows appeal to kids of all ages and is sure to be the hit of your children’s party or special event.
Erick sings, plays guitar and harmonica and utilizes digital technology to enhance his accompaniment. He also brings a tub full of fun and surprises for all! Be sure to check out Erick’s Kids’ shows for a public event in your area.
Since 1989, Erick has been sharing his appreciation and love of music by entertaining children, parents and educators at: schools, fairs, libraries, daycares, picnics, private birthday parties, music festivals, community and corporate events throughout Ontario and Eastern Canada.

Dan The Music Man

Calling all kids (and kids at heart!) Get ready to participate in a musical adventure that will stretch your imagination and tickle your funny bone! Join one of Canada's favourite family performers, songwriters and recording artists, Dan the Music Man! Dan entertains children and their families at over 200 appearances a year! Family festivals, fairs, events and attractions across North America and internationally play proud host to Dan the Music Man's concert shows. Schools across Canada extend rave reviews to Dan's educational and entertaining school assembly programs. This is music for kids that grown ups like too! Good songs that are good for them.

Markus Family Music Show

Markus performs across Canada in theatres, for community, corporate, charitable and special events and wherever childrens adults and alike share music and laughter!Recent performances: Toopy and Binoo 2008 National Tour Bob the Builder across Canada General Electric BombardierBread and Honey FestivalOntario Place Canada's Wonderland.Over 100 schools across Ontario!Awards: JUNO nominee, U.S. Parents' Choice, Early Childhood Educators Gold Pin, Ontario Best Children's Song.

Holidays of the Global Village

Celebrate! Holidays of the Global Village
Parents’ Choice Award Winner!
Inspired by travels around the world, Chris celebrates the multicultural mosaic of our country with songs about Bodhi Day (Buddhist), Carnival (Quebec), Chanukah, Chinese New Year, Christmas, Diwali, Eid, Halloween, Kwanzaa (Pan-African), Native Traditions, Ramadan, Tu B’Shvat and Winter Solstice. Celebrate! is a window into many cultures from around the world and provides young audiences with a glimpse into the different customs, celebrations and festivities enjoyed in Canada.