Orli Shaham’s Bach Yard (formerly Baby Got Bach) has a brand-new online series for children presented by Kaufman Music Center: Bach Yard Playdates.

 

On Sunday, May 17, beginning at 11 am EDT, get your dancing shoes on and skip around the room to "Dance of the Goat"! With music for flute by Arthur Honegger and an original story by Orli Shaham, the premiere of Episode 4 of Bach Yard Playdates will unlock your inner flutist.

 

Playdates introduces musical concepts, instruments and the experience of concert-going to a global audience of children and their families, in weekly 5 to 10-minute episodes. A new episode premieres each Sunday at 11:00 am EDT. Each episode is archived for on-demand viewing.

 

Season 1's ten episodes include interactive music in which children can join in from home, storytimes, and musical selections designed to develop listening skills. Orli Shaham introduces each show, and is joined by guest musicians from Carnegie Hall’s Ensemble Connect, The Westerlies and other professional musicians for the performances. This series is especially for children up to early elementary, but every member of the household – human or animal, stuffed, or not - will enjoy this fun and unique series.

WQXR is the media partner for Orli Shaham's Bach Yard

 

 

Bach Yard's Artistic Director and founder, Orli Shaham leads a dual life as both internationally renowned pianist and parent of twin boys. A consummate musician recognized for her grace, subtlety and brilliance, Ms. Shaham has established an impressive international reputation as one of today’s most gifted pianists. Hailed by critics on four continents, Ms. Shaham is in demand for her prodigious skills and admired for her interpretations of both standard and modern repertoire. The New York Times called her a "brilliant pianist," and London's Guardian said Ms. Shaham's playing at the Proms was "perfection."