Did you hear that there's been a change to the Webster's Dictionary? If you look up the word "dedication", you now see a photo of this Bethlehem Children's School educator-extroardinaire, Brittany Pardi.
Many have asked this question - "Richie, what is the process you use to write a song with young kids?". I'm glad you asked! That's why we've created this short video of a typical day behind the scenes..
If this doesn't make you feel like summer in the Capital Region, nothing will. Summer camp in Niskayuna! And what's camp without a good camp song, especially if you can get all of them to write one of their own?
Always a rewarding experience visiting the Griswold Heights Community Center in association with the Troy Housing Authority and the Academy for Character Education. These kids love this country and they are ready to sing about it!
All year I've been writing songs with kids. I've loved every minute of it. However, I wanted to do something special for the great teachers that I've met along the way, so here' s a little ditty for you folks too!
Once again I had a memorable experience with Mrs. Toher's class at Yates School in Schenectady. They were ready for summer. So was their Principal, Mr. Flanders, by the way. Hear the results and see photos below