Will Parker
Children's Songwriter, Performer and Teaching Artist
Music for Kids Ages 1-100
About
Will Parker is an award-winning children's songwriter and teaching artist who writes and performs music for "kids ages 1-100." During Will's whimsical and interactive shows, he plays guitar and harmonica and sings original songs that engage the audience in singing-along, dancing, high-fiving, and imaginative play. The kids even help Will create an improvised song through their suggestions and input on what should happen next in the impromptu story. Will also engages the kids in conversation about how every person can be creative and that writing a song is something they can do too. The kids learn that songs are a great way to tell stories--their own stories too!
Contact
[email protected]
Will Parker is an award-winning children's songwriter and teaching artist who writes and performs music for "kids ages 1-100." During Will's whimsical and interactive shows, he plays guitar and harmonica and sings original songs that engage the audience in singing-along, dancing, high-fiving, and imaginative play. The kids even help Will create an improvised song through their suggestions and input on what should happen next in the impromptu story. Will also engages the kids in conversation about how every person can be creative and that writing a song is something they can do too. The kids learn that songs are a great way to tell stories--their own stories too!
Contact
[email protected]
Improvised Songs at Every Show!
Upcoming Performances
6/5/22 - Rogers Public Library - Rogers, AR - 2:00PM
6/14/22 - Derby Pubilc Library - Derby, KS - 10AM & 2PM
6/15/22 - Mulvane Library - Mulvane, KS - 9:30AM & 11AM
6/15/22 - Colwich Public Library - Colwich, KS - 2:00PM
6/16/22 - August Public Library - Augusta, KS - 2:30PM
6/17/22 - Belle Plaine Public Library - Belle Plaine, KS - 11:00AM
6/24/22 - Paris Public Library - Paris, TX - 11:00AM
6/27/22 - Centennial Library - Midland, TX - 2:00PM
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6/5/22 - Rogers Public Library - Rogers, AR - 2:00PM
6/14/22 - Derby Pubilc Library - Derby, KS - 10AM & 2PM
6/15/22 - Mulvane Library - Mulvane, KS - 9:30AM & 11AM
6/15/22 - Colwich Public Library - Colwich, KS - 2:00PM
6/16/22 - August Public Library - Augusta, KS - 2:30PM
6/17/22 - Belle Plaine Public Library - Belle Plaine, KS - 11:00AM
6/24/22 - Paris Public Library - Paris, TX - 11:00AM
6/27/22 - Centennial Library - Midland, TX - 2:00PM
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Gig Salad
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Praise
"...The themes of tolerance of difference, friendship, and the value of super-saccharine breakfast food is communicated by way of a delightful lo-fi recording style with accompaniment from friends and fans alike. Indeed, Will has crafted these tunes to be "sing-alongable" adding to the inherent fun and ecumenical nature of the songs on "High Five Yourself." Will Parker...represents the best and most interesting of what Texas Indie music has to offer; so like most good things in life, you should experience this music with a friend (or a few)."
--Hollis Webb, Hollis Music (Blog)
"The songs are funny and sweet, and might fit right into a They Might Be Giants playlist."
--Deborah Martin, San Antonio Express News
"Will came to perform at our Cub Scout Blue & Gold Banquet. It was a lot of fun. We received rave comments from more people than I can count. Will’s show was absolutely fantastic and I know we could not have been happier. Will is funny, and plays age-appropriate music. He also makes an effort to involve all children, young and old. We loved every moment. Great entertainment for children of all ages!" - Jeff H. from Kerrville, TX
"We hired Will for a 3rd Birthday Party and he was awesome! He has a great set up with his guitar and harmonica and did tons of fun songs that the kids loved. We had about 35 kids in total and he managed to captivate them all for a good 30 minute show. He had them singing along and really getting into it. They were all dancing by the end and it was great show. We would definitely hire him again and he is great and easy to work with. Thanks!!" - Jodi C. from Austin, TX
"Will Parker came and sang at my elementary school library's DREAM BIG READ STUFFED ANIMAL SLEEPOVER family event. Families sat picnic style in the cafeteria and listened to Will's concert while the students wore their jammies and read to their stuffed animals! Will was great and even wore pajamas and a robe to join in the fun. The kids were mostly kindergarten and 1st graders, and they had fun dancing as grasshoppers, butterflies, and fireflies. Many requested their stuffed friends eat "Gummy Bear pancakes", which was the first song Will sang! Will was on time, kind, and professional...made our event extra fun. I would definitely recommend his services." - Jennifer C. from Pflugerville, TX
"...The themes of tolerance of difference, friendship, and the value of super-saccharine breakfast food is communicated by way of a delightful lo-fi recording style with accompaniment from friends and fans alike. Indeed, Will has crafted these tunes to be "sing-alongable" adding to the inherent fun and ecumenical nature of the songs on "High Five Yourself." Will Parker...represents the best and most interesting of what Texas Indie music has to offer; so like most good things in life, you should experience this music with a friend (or a few)."
--Hollis Webb, Hollis Music (Blog)
"The songs are funny and sweet, and might fit right into a They Might Be Giants playlist."
--Deborah Martin, San Antonio Express News
"Will came to perform at our Cub Scout Blue & Gold Banquet. It was a lot of fun. We received rave comments from more people than I can count. Will’s show was absolutely fantastic and I know we could not have been happier. Will is funny, and plays age-appropriate music. He also makes an effort to involve all children, young and old. We loved every moment. Great entertainment for children of all ages!" - Jeff H. from Kerrville, TX
"We hired Will for a 3rd Birthday Party and he was awesome! He has a great set up with his guitar and harmonica and did tons of fun songs that the kids loved. We had about 35 kids in total and he managed to captivate them all for a good 30 minute show. He had them singing along and really getting into it. They were all dancing by the end and it was great show. We would definitely hire him again and he is great and easy to work with. Thanks!!" - Jodi C. from Austin, TX
"Will Parker came and sang at my elementary school library's DREAM BIG READ STUFFED ANIMAL SLEEPOVER family event. Families sat picnic style in the cafeteria and listened to Will's concert while the students wore their jammies and read to their stuffed animals! Will was great and even wore pajamas and a robe to join in the fun. The kids were mostly kindergarten and 1st graders, and they had fun dancing as grasshoppers, butterflies, and fireflies. Many requested their stuffed friends eat "Gummy Bear pancakes", which was the first song Will sang! Will was on time, kind, and professional...made our event extra fun. I would definitely recommend his services." - Jennifer C. from Pflugerville, TX
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