A family program for WQXR's Bronx Classical Kids Fair, presented with Ron Kavanaugh and the Literary Freedom Project. Readings from Glenda Armand's Song in a Rainstorm alternated with Kyle P. Walker performing the music of Thomas "Blind Tom" Wiggins, so young listeners heard the scenes of the story come alive at the piano.
Performance Video
Thomas "Blind Tom" Wiggins for Young AudiencesHighlights from the WQXR Bronx Classical Kids Fair, with readings by Ron Kavanaugh of the Literary Freedom Project.
Program Details
Presented by the Literary Freedom Project as part of the WQXR Bronx Classical Kids Fair, this interactive program introduces young audiences to the life of musical prodigy Thomas "Blind Tom" Wiggins alongside a reading of Song in a Rainstorm by Glenda Armand. Kyle P. Walker opens and closes the program with piano works by Wiggins, including his best known piece, The Battle of Manassas.
Repertoire Notes
Thomas "Blind Tom" Wiggins: March Timpani
Thomas "Blind Tom" Wiggins: Rain Storm
Thomas "Blind Tom" Wiggins: Sewing Song (Imitation of the Sewing Machine)
Thomas "Blind Tom" Wiggins: The Battle of Manassas
Photo Gallery
Ron Kavanaugh reading from Song in a Rainstorm by Glenda Armand.Kyle P. Walker at the WQXR Bronx Classical Kids Fair.
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