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11/11/11

I couldn't resist posting this a day later this month in order to get this unusal date.  Did you know it will take a hundred more years from now to be able to write the date thisexact  way again?  And while the listing & numbers will be the same, in reality it will be a hundred years later than now.  Be sure to come back then & see this date listed this exact same way then!

Some of you have asked about the stories i tell during my shows.  I have two of them now.  One is called Fox's Sack.  It's derived from an English folk tale & the version I use is derived from one told by Bill Harley.  It is a cool story about a fox who tries to outwit & coerce others- only to be outwitted himself & to receive his own comeupance in a surprising & funny way.  I use this mainly for primary school grade age kids- that is pre-K to grade 2.  It has a lot of repetitions in the delivery- that the kids can eventually join in on - & the characters are interesting & memorable.  A complete citation is availble for those who would like to use the written version in some way- as a follow-up- &/or to reinforce a whole language approach to my presentation.

The other story is called The Sea of Gold.  It is an amazing Japanese folk tale of a young man's life a s a cook on a fishing boat.  In the berginning he is taunted & made fun of- by his shipmates- but after a remarkbale & unexpected turn of events,  he gains the respect he deserves- & much more- in this wonderful & impecable tale.  I generally use this one more for intermediate grades- but like the fomer, it is a univeral yarn- suitable for all ages - including adults.

I have been asked- how do I chose a story & how do I perpare it to be told?  First, I am always on the look-out for tha next great story to tell.  It must be near perfect - in it's use of language, in its narrative & in its univeral appeal.  Once I've found the story I learn it word for word,  If it is really well written- as these stories are- every word, every phrase will be set down for a reason- both logically & aesthetically.  When a story is this perfect, i find no reason to change it- or how it is told.  This memorization procesds is tedious & it takes many months to learn a story & then more time to hone its delivery. But  seeing  the looks of astonishment & joy on the kids' faces- when it all comes together & is told - makes the work on my end - well worth it.

If you have heard me tell one of these stories, won't you let me know what your experince was in hearing it?  You can send me an e-mail- or enter a comment onto the Reviews Page of this website.  And if you haven't heard these tales, let's fix that too.  Hope to see YOU & your group & to tell my wonderul stories when i viisit your school or library this year - or in the not-to-distant future.  

Stay well & see you next time!

10/10/11

Copper Tom took his No Bullying Allowed! assemblies to the great states of Minnesota, Iowa & Indiana!  Beautiful places- lovely schools with high energy leadership from administration & teachers & energetic, engaged students- who were truly a pleasure to interact with.  This shows just keeps getting better & better.  Responses from students & staff alike are positive & rewarding.  It is gratifying to know you may have made a differnce for a single student- let alone an entire staff & student body,  If your school hasn't experienced this program yet, please take the time to inquire & find out when Copper Tom is coming your way.  Next stops: Akron, Ohio; Arbor, Michigan; Brazil, Indiana; & Michigan City, Indiana. Call today & make arrangements for Copper Tom to bring this dynamic show to your school this year. 

9/10/11

The Chicago area & Wisconsin were very good to me.  Except for the seemingly endless highway tolls in the Chicago area- & the high cost of gas there- everything went well on this tour & every show was satisfyting & well received.  The MIlwaukee area was a joy to visit- & the red-hot Brewersa won 18 out of 20 when I was there- so they might want to have me back - if only for the good luck I may have brought them.  In Green Bay, I visited the amazing Lambeau Field & learned more about Vince Lombardi & their storied NFL franchise.  Some there may have expected me to jum ship but now they know- Copper Tom is still a Detroit Lion fan & proud to stay that way-do or die.  But I do have a new found respect for the Packers & for the amazing people of Green Bay. Of course nothing will top our allegiance to the University of Michigan.  Yet most in Green Bay  couldn't understand how a small town's dedication to a college football team could match theirs for the Packers.  Still I tried to impress on them- that while Lambeau is a beautiful venue- it is a tad small & viewing it in comparison to the Big House- In size & capacity - it looks something  like seeing a doll house in comparison to  to - say- the New York Public Library., though still cute & serviceable as it is. Go Blue!

8/10/11

Had a great time in New York & Penssylvania.  Nice countryside.  Nice people.  Next stop - Chicago, Milwaukee & Green Bay.  Filling up the fall Copper Tom School Assembly Tour-  though many good dates are still available.  Most popular show this fall: No Bullying Allowed! 

7/10/11

The Copper Tom 2011 Summer Tour is under way!  So far i've been to the Columbus, Ohio area.  I enjoyed being at the Cardington, Ohio Public Library & also at  the Chesterville, Ohio Public Library.  In betweeen I visited several day cares & learning centers.  Since then I've traveled around Michigan - going to the west coast on 2 occasions & soon to the Kindercare in Novi, Mi.  After that, I'll be headed out to libraries in Bradford, Pa, Lima N.Y. & then to Sodus, NY before heading back to the Columbus/Dayton Ohio area.  If i haven't been to your school or library yet- please let me know & we can set something up ASAP.  Hope to see YOU soon!

3/10/11

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3/1/11

Did you know I have download cards of my CDs?  These are convenient cards that allow a complete download of each of my CDs.  They have a pucture of the CD on the front & a secret code which allows you to download the entire CD.  They are avaialble for my inaugural CD Jump Around! & also for my recent- award-winning CD - Get the Beat!  I can autograph the cards & they make real nice prizes, give-a-ways & so forth at a very reasonable cost.  The cards are usually $10 each & I have them at all of my shows.  For the month of March I am offering them for just $5 each if you contact me through the website & mention this offer.  Just one caveat- you must order at least 4 cards to qualify for free S & H.  So order now & stock up for your next raffle or as reards for any job well done.  They are fun, convenient & make great souvenirs too!

2/15/11   

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1/31/11

I want to acknowledge here a special person- Alex Montano- a living angel to me- if there ever was one.  He is the brains & braun behind this beautiful website.  He is an amazing being.- a truly modest person- a loving family man- who also happens to be very talented & giving.  He made a a great impact on me & my family.  I telll more of his story & how he impacted our lives on my companion site  http://www.mrvegasman.com/   For those of you who are reading this ( I assume that would be YOU ) & didn't know, I have an alter-ego.  I am also Mr. Vegas Man.  Have you heard of me?  I like to ask that question.......usually getting the same quizzical blank stare of incomprehension.  But let me assure you- I am he- the one & only.  In that personna I sing to adults & famiies- as kids are welcome there too.  It's music & comedy - but strictly G-Rated- fun for the whole family  & for the Fun-At-Heart..  Anyway, my blog there chronicles some of the true story of the amazing Alex Montano - how he enterred my life & how he came to create this fine, fine website.  Peace & love always to Alex & to his family!

1/15/11

Copper Tom is currently organizing his 2011 Summer Reading Program Library Tour. “It’s a Wonderful World!” is a 45 minute show of original music & comedy by Copper Tom. Also included are folk songs & children’s songs that lend themselves to the national theme of “One World, Many Stories”. This is fun-filled, & highly interactive, children’s entertainment - that emphasizes common social values in a context of cultural diversity. There will also be a featured story that a fits this year’s theme as well. God dates for 2011 are still available.

The Copper Tom 2010-2011 School Assembly Program is off to a great start. Bookings are being taken now for the current 2011 school year– for shows in Michigan & in adjoining states - & will soon be open for the 2011-2012 school year for bookings throughout the U.S. The Copper Tom School Assembly Program offers entertainment, education & inspiration through music, comedy & stories. The show conveys a theme of positive self reflection and social unity with an emphasis on character development. The goal is to present fun-filled & interactive children’s entertainment in a way that nurtures educational discovery in a spirit of respect & harmony.

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Oh... by th way... hi... Copper Tom here.  Thanks for visiting me.  You’ll find information here about my music, my videos & all about my live shows.  Hope you enjoy your time here & find what you’re looking for.  Be sure to sign up on my e-mail list & I’ll contact you personally with all the latest Copper Tom  news.  If you have questions or would like to inquire about a booking, please call me in Ann Arbor, Michigan at  734-971-3100- or go to the BOOK HIM! Contact Page & send your comment from there or e-mail me l me directly at  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it    Thanks again for stopping by & I hope you enjoy your visit.