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| Who
is Robert The Guitar Guy?
Robert Markowitz, better known as Robert The Guitar Guy, is an experienced Westchester children’s performer. He has performed shows for many public school districts and recreation departments and in Westchester County, NY. Robert has also performed at most of Westchester’s public libraries. His work in Connecticut includes performing at over 50 Connecticut libraries. In addition to his school-aged performances, Robert appears at many pre-schools on a regular basis. During a three year performing contract in the Port Chester School District, he developed a series of musical stories for elementary school students which teach trust, courage, and gentleness. Robert will be in the 2002-3 BOCES resource directory .
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What
Does Robert Offer?
Robert brings children onstage to help him act out musical stories. Robert serves as narrator and one-guitar orchestra as he prompts the children to act out each mini-play. Robert equips the children with hat-costumes and allows each child to add his/her personality and humor. The audience also plays a part. Robert’s superb guitar work and interactive style punctuate the messages of these stories. The lessons unfold in an unaffected, spontaneous way. “You involve the children totally in the make believe you create. Your guitar work is exquisite!” Rosemary Rasmussen, Librarian, White Plains Public Library.
Robert performing in front of 500 elementary school children. |
Character
Education Performances Robert's songs and stories address the daily concerns and tribulations of young students. He is right in tune with their stage of development. He serves as a good role model by treating all children with sensitivity and compassion." Anne Duckett, Teacher Port Chester School District, NY "Through the creative use of puppetry and storytelling, Robert teaches children about values and interpersonal relationships. Children leave Robert's musical sessions with newfound self esteem." Cindy Casterella, Teacher Port Chester School District, NY “Every student is engaged as Robert plays his music and tells his stories with an air of mystery and wisdom. His storytelling stimulates our children to learn. They seem both relaxed and motivated in his presence.” Alexandra Terry, Teacher Port Chester School District, NY |
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