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Harmony Grove - Think Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood and Sesame Street meet Music Education.

Harmony Grove is a very special musical village, home to Lisa and The Children's Music Workshop, the town's local music lesson studio. Every show, Lisa and her crew of puppet instructors strive to enlighten their students about a particular instrument or musical concept. Each episode centers on one of their music students, challenged by a practice, performance, or personal issue. In either case, Lisa and her friends gently guide the children to discover the answers and solutions that work best for them. The town of Harmony Grove is musically marvelous, and every show takes full advantage of its magical nature. Following are some of its unique assets…

  • The Children's Music Workshop: the local music lesson studio where Lisa and her crew of puppet instructors teach the neighborhood children about music. With original songs like "Every Good Boy Does Fine" and "Clap That Rhythm", children learn the basic fundamentals of music theory in a remarkably memorable way.

  • ATM: The Animated Travel Machine ­ This marvelous transporter allows Lisa and her students to traverse the globe. In this fun green screen adventure, the ATM transports them to various ports of call; exposure to world music is the intent here.

  • Symphony Hall: Each episode, students discover the joy off watching live musical performances at Harmony Grove's Symphony Hall. Many different genres of music are explored here and there are often special appearances from celebrity musical guests, eager to impart important life lessons.

  • Professor Pythagorus' Lab: Where science and music meet - With the help of Lisa and her students, Professor Pythagorus and his lab mouse Squeaker perform experiments to demonstrate the scientific principles inherent in music.

  • The Book of Composers: A very special book can be found on a shelf in the corner of the professor's lab. When opened, a Fantasia-like narrative about a famous composer comes to life on its pages.

  • Percussion Tree Park: This beautiful park, located in thee center of town, is home to Mrs. Percussion Tree, a magical tree who grows percussion instruments. She's always ready to impart the perfect advice, through song of course, and Lisa and her crew visit her often.

With all its warmth and charm, Harmony Grove creates the perfect venue for educating viewers in music and provides the ideal platform to teach children about many emotional, social, and developmental issues as well. Thirteen episode treatments are available on request.

Starship Harmony and The Song Catcher Kids—a spec script

Dr. Dissonant, thwarted musician and inventor of “The Demusicator”, is determined to rid the universe of music, and the planet Earth is his next target! Dr. D’s home planet, Rhythmo, has commissioned the Starship Harmony to Captain Coda and his demusicated crew and has sent them to warn Earth of its impending doom. Major Minor, Dr. Dissonant’s second in command, has dispatched their two lackeys, Dim and Aug, to stop the starship, but Coda has already made contact with three junior high students and their music teacher. His offer—to help to the people of Earth archive their music history on Starship Harmony’s databanks. Everyone agrees to form “The Song Catcher Kids”, a music network where the people of Earth can download their music for safe keeping. As Captain Coda and his crew watch the data that comes streaming in, they (and the viewers) are treated to interviews with celebrity musicians, classic music videos, compositions by famous composers, expositions on a variety of instruments, even music lessons, all of which help to reeducated them in the truly universal language of music. Join “The Song Catcher Kids” and help save the music… before it’s too late! Spec scripts and internet component available on request.


Free Ride—a game show for young adults

“Free Ride” is a fast-paced game show that promotes safe driving habits and global responsibility to the world’s next generation of drivers; three young contestants compete to win a variety of environmentally friendly vehicles. Players compete for points (miles) and prizes in challenges that require extensive knowledge of road rules and etiquette, as well as games like “Punch Buggy, Punch Back” and “Driving Test” that are just plain fun! Contestants spin the “steering wheel” to collect miles and determine which game they will play. Each player is represented by a model car that moves along a track as they rack up miles, and the first player to cross the finish line is the winner of a brand new “green” car! More information available on request.


Down on the Farm—a multimedia stage show

In this live multimedia stage show, children and their parents get to participate and sing-a-long as Lisa and her friends make their way down to Grandpa’s farm! This entertaining and interactive program teaches children about music and morals, and audience members get a chance to play an active role. The show includes musical numbers with video backgrounds, entertaining video shorts, musical games, and instrument demonstrations. Favorite songs include: “The Alphabet Song,” “Six Little Ducks,” “Walk Outside,” “The Wheels on the Bus,” “Oats, and Beans, and Barley,” and, of course, “Old MacDonald” and “Down on Grandpa’s Farm.” An audio CD of the show is also available. Booking information available on request


Lisa and The Professor—an elementary school assembly

Did you know that there is a lot of science and math in music?! In this wonderful elementary school assembly, a visit from Lisa and her partner Professor Pythagorus educates students about the scientific and mathematic properties of music. With the help of members from the audience, The Professor conducts experiments that reveal how music, math, and science are interconnected. Fun experiments include: tone tube playing, string ratios, and large vs. small. Lisa and The Professor are able to promote their true love of music, and students leave the auditorium amazed at how music is a part of so much around us, excited about learning to play an instrument themselves. Booking information available on request


Sunday Summer Children’s Concerts on The Bahia Belle

Searching for that perfect summer evening family outing? Nothing beats a ride on the Bahia Belle with Lisa as she performs her favorite Children’s Music Workshop tunes. Every Sunday in summer, take a cruise on this famous paddlewheel boat as you and your children enjoy dancing and singing your way around Mission Bay. Full bar available for thirsty parents! Board on Sundays in summer at the Bahia Resort at 6:30 P.M. or at the Catamaran Resort at 7:00 P.M. (Adults $6, children $3) For more information call (858) 539-7779


B Natural and Nude Blues on The Bahia Belle

B Natural and Nude Blues have been performing on The Bahia Belle every weekend for the past sixteen years. Fridays feature B Natural, Lisa and Michael’s rock, blues, and reggae duo. Saturdays highlight Nude Blues, Michael’s blues and rock trio, with Joe Godfrey on bass, and Mark Cutkomp on drums. The Bahia Belle is a wonderful venue, complete with an outdoor upper deck to accommodate smokers and to view the nightly summer fireworks (courtesy of Sea World). The live music starts at 9:00 P.M., and the boat cruises continuously until 1:30 a.m., stopping to pick up passengers every hour on the half hour at The Bahia Resort and every hour on the hour at The Catamaran Resort. The Bahia Belle runs all year long with the exception of the month of December as they close the public runs to accommodate private holiday parties. For additional information call (858) 539-7779






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