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“At the Child Care Institute, ‘Matt the Music Man’ is nothing short of a ROCKSTAR!  The children and families are always excited to see him walk through the door.  Matt’s love for working with young children is evident in every performance.  His interactive drum sessions are a real favorite!  Matt delights his audience with his guitar playing, sense of humor, singing all the children’s favorites as well as original songs!   He brings so many favorite characters to life with puppets and props!   Learning to love music is Matt’s gift to all!”

Donna Tudda, Director
The Diane Lindner-Goldberg Child Care Institute
Hofstra University, Hempstead, NY



"We have been fortunate to have had the opportunity to have "Matt the Music Man”  provide our children with a music enrichment program over the past several years.   His enthusiasm in working with young children is commendable!, The children were always excited to play the drums and learn cool beats from Matt.  They loved his sense of humor, and always asked me when he was coming back. The program invested in a set of drums which the teachers used to continue the wonderful activities learned from Matt!" Thank you for all you have taught us."


Denice Karotseris, Director
The Children's Community Head Start & Early Head Start
Port Jefferson and Ronkonkoma, NY

 

"What an amazing music day for our students! I honestly have never heard them laugh so much. Not sure if you know, but you even got one laughing so hard that he peed his pants!! Now that’s success ? 

Amanda Johnson, Director
Little Peepers Forest School
East Islip, NY


“We were first introduced to Matt at the kids' school and invited him come to my daughter's first birthday party. All of our guests enjoyed the show. He always has the children and adults singing and laughing. My family loves Matt the Music Man!”

Sandra Blum and family
Long Island, NY




“Being someone who provides birthday entertainment for kids and having 3 kids of my own, I have experienced almost every type of party imaginable!  Hiring Matt for our children's birthday celebration was truly a one of a kind experience! He is talented beyond words, providing a sing-along and hands on music experience along with lots of silliness!  The children and adults were entertained the entire time and it was evident from the smiles on everyone's faces and the happiness that clearly filled the room!  I know all who attended would agree that we could not recommend anyone more highly!”

Lisa Marie Meehan
Owner-Fun Bus-Long Island Area




"Matt did our PARP Kickoff show for grades K-4 and the kids loved every minute of it! He changed it up accordingly for each grade which I thought was great! The kids were so engaged it was awesome! The kids and teachers couldn't stop talking about it!!"

Emelia Leuci
PARP Chairperson
West Middle Island Elementary PTA





“Matt The Music Man has been coming to our preschool for a number of years. The children always look forward to Matt's arrival and eagerly participate with him-playing drums, singing songs and doing movement activities. Matt's presence at our preschool is definitely a highlight of the children's day and the look of happiness and joy on their faces says it all!!! “
                                                         
Lois Krugman
Director
Brookhaven Country Day School
Yaphank, NY



“Music with Mr. Matt is an interactive, fun and  unforgettable experience. His performances foster a love of music in children. Every child is an active participant in his class, and the interaction between Mr. Matt and the children will bring a smile to all who attend his session. Mr. Matt's love for music and for teaching children is infectious. Don't be surprised if, as an adult, you join in with the same liveliness as the children.”

Florence Barbour
Harbor Day Care
Director
Uniondale, NY