Bob Linsenmayer, Singing Storyteller

Personal Stories, Humor, Folktales, Participation Songs, Jaw-harp, Washboard, Spoons, & other folk instruments. Programs for Children, Families and Adults

rlinsenmayer@wctel.net

115 Ironwood Lane, McCormick, SC 29835, (864) 391-2130

Known by kids as:

Mr.Bob

"I went to your website and listened to Clara Cluck. Wonderful! I'm looking forward to meeting YOU!" Andy Offutt Irwin, National storyteller and comedian

"I think your chicken story was the hit of the evening at the Newberry Opera House! A great humorous bit at a perfect time in the program. Thanks for your gift of laughter. May it return to you a hundred fold!" Tim Lowry, "The Great American Storyteller"

"We were storied and serenaded in a grand conclusion by Bob Linsenmayer, telling his original story, strumming his original music, and wearing his original chicken hat. Bob first touched, then soothed our hearts as he led us in the chorus that both memorialized and celebrated the one and only Clara Cluck." Review by Jan Cribbs of a performance at the 2010 Winter Storyfest in Atlanta

"The students enjoyed the participation element - being actively engaged from the beginning of the program until the end. Your talent and enthusiasm are contagious! There is not a substitution for your love and zeal for bringing literature to life!" Kendra Walker, Assistant Principal, Crestview Elementary, Greer, SC

"You were a smashing success at Merrywood! Thanks so much for bringing your stories and music to our students and faculty and entertaining us so well. I think the true test for any performer at an elementary school is whether he can hold the attention of our toughest critics - the fifth graders, especially at the end of the year! You passed the test! I was happy to see how engaged and attentive they were. I'm also grateful for your very reasonable fee." Sharon, Phillips Librarian, Merrywood Elementary, Greenwood, SC

"I was very pleased that you included stories and songs from many different cultures from around the world. It fit right in with what we have studied all year. I would certainly recommend your programs. You engage the students in many ways and expose them to stories and instruments of many cultures. You also are extremely well organized and easy to work with for those scheduling." Tracey Jackson, Music Teacher, Johnston Elementary, Johnston, SC

Listen to songs and stories

Litter Makes Me Bitter Written by Bob (c)2002

Feegbah Adapted from "The Story of a Pumpkin" by Fran Stallings www.franstallings.com

I Am a Pizza Written by Peter Alsop (c)1983 Moose School Music www.peteralsop.com

The story of Clara Cluck Written by Bob (c)2003


Storytelling Music Programs for Kids

More Words from those who have seen him perform

References/Recent Performances

Bob's CDs for Kids and Grown-ups

Bob's Bio

 

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