"The best family artist around." ... Billboard
America's favorite family entertainer, Tom Chapin is a gifted singer who charms audiences of all ages. His remarkable musicianship, great songwriting and personal warmth shine through in his many award winning recordings and videos but particularly in his concerts which are special experiences for young and old alike.
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Family Concerts"Nobody today is writing and performing better kids' songs than Tom Chapin ... the Pied Piper of children's music." -- Parents Magazine
Plenty of audience participation with sing-alongs, word games, gestures. Learn a song in sign language. Fun songs that make you feel good!
Family Concerts run 60 minutes long, with no intermission and no opening act.
Performances are ideally suited to children aged 4-11 and their parents (and grandparents!)
Elementary School Concerts
Tom's children's songs have been widely incorporated into school curriculum. The songs can help to introduce a variety of topics, and open the door to discussion. Seven different themed shows, or a general show, are available upon request:
| CLEAN MACHINE | AROUND THE WORLD AND BACK AGAIN |
IN MY HOMETOWN |
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| MAKING GOOD NOISE | GIVE PEAS A CHANCE | ENOUGH FOR EVERYONE |  |
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| ALL OF MY FRIENDS |  |
Sensory Friendly Concerts
Sensory friendly concerts are for all ages and ability levels, but address the unique needs of those who experience sensory overload at traditional concerts. An environment is created where children on the Autism Spectrum or with learning disabilities can feel at ease and fit in. The volume is turned down, the lights are turned up, and standing and dancing are encouraged. Materials provided in advance prepare the child for the experience.
The show is comprised of a mix of songs from Tom's newest release, The Incredible Flexible You: A Songbag Of Social Clues, plus some selected classics from his repertoire.
Teacher's Workshops
Tom Chapin has been sharing his philosophies and insights with educators. He presents Teacher's Workshops on the use of music in the elementary school classroom. Illustrating with live performance, he shows how songs not only convey information and support curriculum, but can be a springboard to discussion and thinking outside the box. Tom believes in the power of a song, and a teachers' role in introducing that to children. Music reaches people on a different level than any other form of communication, and when presented with humor, can have a tremendous impact.
Educational Conferences
A charismatic and motivational speaker, Tom speaks of the current restrictions of teaching to the test, and the impact on teachers and students, and ultimately society. He relates his own early musical experiences, and the impact they have had on his own life. His presentation at the New York State United Teachers (NYSUT) Convention in April 2008 brought delegates to their feet.
Adult Concerts
"Hearing a quiet singer such as Chapin sing a quiet romantic song is still one of the more serene pleasures of pop music." People Magazine
Adult Concerts run 75-90 minutes and may contain an intermission. Although not off-color, the material is intended for grown-ups.
Legends of Folk (Tom Paxton & Tom Chapin)
Folk legends Tom Paxton and Tom Chapin join together in song for a rare and memorable evening!
These old friends are scheduling a limited number of performances together in the 2018-2019 season.The two Toms, Paxton, 80, and Chapin, 73, bring a lifetime of music, stories and delight as they continue to thrive: writing, singing, creating, touring, maintaining an active political voice and loyal fan base. Both artists are highly respected icons in the folk music community.
Presenting a show that is both fresh and nostalgic, they weave together songs you’ve known for decades with tunes they may have written this week. Each will do a set of their own, then take the stage together for a toe-tapping finale! Backed by vocalists and multi-instrumentalists extraordinaire The DonJuans (Don Henry & Jon Vezner) and Friends (Jon Cobert and Michael Mark), this is an evening not to miss.
Legends of Folk Concerts run 90-120 minutes.
Living Room ConcertsAn Evening of Song and Conversation with TOM CHAPIN
An intimate, up-close and personal performance/interaction with singer/songwriter/activist Tom Chapin.
Hear and share in the Tom Chapin Songbook. Experience the stories, life and times of Tom's musical and personal history.
Enjoy coffee and go one-on-one with a legendary, Grammy-winning, contemporary folk artist.
Adult Audiences of 10 - 30.
75 minutes.
Symphony Performances
Attract a new young audience to your symphony.
"It is doubtful whether any pops concert will ever be better family entertainment than the Vermont Symphony Orchestra's collaboration this summer with singer-songwriter Tom Chapin."
-- Rutland Daily Herald
Symphony appearances can be geared either to a family or adult audience.
Charts and orchestral scores are available.
Tom's Band
The band adds another dimension to the show. We suggest hiring the full band for a richer sound and a more visual performance. Masters of over a dozen instruments between them, Tom and the band will dazzle you with their versatility, rich harmonies, full sound, warmth and good humor.Tom Chapin (right): vocals, banjo, 6 and 12 string guitar, autoharp, didjeridoo
Jon Cobert (left): vocals, piano, keyboards, accordion. Composer of ESPN Baseball Tonight theme.
Michael Mark (center): vocals, bass, concertina, marimba, guitar, piano. Composer of Entertainment Tonight theme.
Jon and Michael, both 5-time Grammy nominees, can be heard on Tom's family and adult recordings and are featured in his concert video.
Tom Chapin & Friends and The Chapin Sisters (Electronic Press Kit)
In the long rich history of Family Groups in American Roots Music, the Chapin Family has a special place. When this family of performers comes together, magic happens. This concert features original and traditional songs, as well as classic story songs by the late, great Harry Chapin.
Tom Chapin's career spans five decades, 25 albums and three Grammy Awards. Tom accompanies himself on guitar, banjo and autoharp; his 2 band members sing and play multiple instruments (keyboard, accordion, bass, pennywhistle and concertina).
Lily and Abigail Chapin are singing, songwriting sisters known for pristine harmonies and haunting melodies. They’ve been compared to sister-acts of old and Appalachian family groups, yet their original songs and arrangements have a contemporary feel.
Photo by Sarah Coale
Harry Chapin's Greatest Stories LIVE
A Chapin Family Concert
with...Tom Chapin
The Harry Chapin Band (with Steve Chapin, Big John Wallace and Howard Fields)
The Chapin Sisters: Abigail Chapin, Lily Chapin
Jen Chapin, Stephan Crump, Jamie Fox