Artist Information
Ants Pants Music and Dance
On Saturday mornings, in the small country town of Inverleigh, parents and children come from far and wide to experience the “Ants Pants” integrated approach to music and dance. They feast on a stimulating smorgasbord of singing, drama, creative dance and instrumental music, with activities that are developmental, interesting, and above all FUN. The “Ants Pants” Choir enjoys a repertoire of songs from many different world cultures, and comprises children from 3 – 14 years of age, together with their parents and friends.
Beat Boppers
Music Educator, Denise Hollingworth, and Songwriter, Carole Searle, bring you Beat Boppers – an engaging collection of songs for young children. Inspiring children to actively participate in music through singing, moving and playing instruments, Beat Boppers offers a fantastic musical resource for home, school and early childhood programs. For a teaching outline for “True Blue Wonders” and other fun activity songs for young children, visit www.beatboppers.com
Bella Mama
Bella Mama is a vibrant women’s singing group based in Geelong. With a focus on enjoyment of music and beautiful harmonies, Bella Mama delights in singing a wide variety of music. Their eclectic repertoire includes both a cappella and accompanied music from many styles and genres.
Creating Music
Making music is fun at “Creating Music” – a preschool music program run by the Geelong Youth Choir. Toddlers and preschoolers participate in a range of exciting musical activities that incorporate singing, dancing, and playing instruments. Based on Kodaly and Orff philosophies of music education, the program fosters musical development, while the kids just think they are having fun. On whatem choo, the teaching team(Shelley Hicks, Denise Hollingworth, Bron Lawson) share a collection of the kids’ favourites which include traditional children’s songs and fabulous originals. www.geelongyouthchoir.com
dadhouse
As the boys in madhouse started to age, get married and have kids, they slowly evolved into dadhouse. It was inevitable that a kids party would lead to a need for a kids band - that’s how the giggles got together. It was only later when they assumed the mantle, dadhouse, that it became more than just a bit of
family fun…
Tiffany Eckhardt
Singer/songwriter Tiffany Eckhardt has released 6 critically acclaimed albums over the past ten years and regularly performs with Trio featuring partner Dave Steel and Sandy Brady at folk clubs and music festivals across the country. Tiffany lives in rural south west Victoria with partner Dave and their two children. Tiffany also enjoys working in schools, helping and encouraging young people with singing and songwriting. www.tiffanyeckhardt.com
Geelong Harmony Chorus
The women of the Geelong Harmony Chorus have been delighting local audiences with their gorgeous harmony singing for over fourteen years. Women from all walks of life come together to learn and to sing a challenging barbershop repertoire. They also perform in contemporary styles, such as songs by renowned Australian group Coco’s Lunch, and the lullaby heard here. www.vicnet.net.au/~ghchorus
Geelong Youth Choir
The Geelong Youth Choir was founded in 1988 to provide young people in the region with a sound musical education in vocal training, musicianship and sight singing. At GYC, young people aged 5-20 years enjoy a wide range of quality music, build confidence in performance and develop their musicianship and vocal skills through Kodály-based programs. The Geelong Youth Choir has five levels catering for beginners to advanced singers and welcomes all children to come along and experience the joy of singing together! www.geelongyouthchoir.com
HKUD “Lado” Geelong
Established in 1972, the Croatian Cultural Artistic Group “LADO” Geelong, play an integral role in showcasing and promoting the rich and proud Croatian culture and heritage through music, song and dance. The ensemble owns a rich collection of sheet music, instruments, costumes and choreographies, which result in an impressive choreographic and musical repertoire.
Daniel Hofmann
Daniel Hofmann is a Geelong guitarist, singer and songwriter. Having a desire to play the guitar since five years old, it took more than ten years for this dream to become a reality. Since then, he has honed his skills through Courthouse Youth Arts programs, local performances and song writing competitions. “Sally the Alien” is somewhat of a change from his usual ballad and folk styling.
Kar Kidz
Rich Helmer’s brain-child, Kar Kidz, brings together the cheeky, exuberant force of Alicia, Leah and Emilie, with the slightly more mature influence of Sarah and Declan. Although accustomed to a more lyrical repertoire, the kidz leapt at the opportunity to explore their inner rap artist with the guidance of Rich Helmer. Rich has played drums since he was two, started writing songs at age 6 with his cousin and later with his brother and eventually began learning guitar at age 16. He regularly performs with local musos and has gone on to invent invisible instruments so he doesn’t have to cart as much gear around. Becoming a dad has significantly influenced his song writing style. Now - road trip anyone?
Lucy Jones
Lucy Jones is a performing artist with over 20 years experience. After graduating from WAAPA, Jones created and performed in award-winning music theatre shows for the Melbourne Fringe, and composed music for Melbourne Workers Theatre, Postcard Productions, and various short films. She has taught music to Montessori pre-schoolers, and runs music programs in primary schools for The Song Room.
Love That!
Lucy used to love singing in the shower… until she met Deb… Deb used to love humming over housework… until she met Meredith… Meredith used to love crooning to the grandchildren… until she met Sharon… Sharon had a nice quiet life… until she met these three. Now they all sing together… and they LOVE THAT!
Offbeat
Offbeat are a performance group from Hamlyn Banks Primary School in Geelong. Comprised of students from grades 1 to 6, they take delight in performing at a large variety of venues. The six students involved in this CD are only a small part of the 50-strong performance group. Under the leadership of their teacher, Lorraine Hall, Offbeat have performed at Federation Square in Melbourne and in 3 Schools Spectacular performances.
Swing It!!
“Swing It!!” have been performing
Neo-Swing style dance music for the past eight years. The group originally started out as a blues project but the addition of horns opened up new possibilities in exploring the sounds of the big-band era of the 1930s and 40s and the swing revival of the 1990s.With a strong rhythmic element and contemporary arrangements, the band captures the dynamic essence of modern swing. www.swingitgeelong.com
Credits
Produced by Bron Lawson
and Denise Hollingworth
Recorded and mixed by Richard Beechey at Beechfront Media
Graphic design by Stuart Fountain
at Mud Group.
© 2008
Thank you to all the musicians who generously donated their time and talent to create this collection of fun and funky songs for the kids of Geelong. |
