Here’s a list of some of our Pickleberry Pie artists. Go to www.pickleberrypiekids.org watch some of the videos made for kids in the hospital. Please help support getting these concerts into the hospitals by donating here.
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123 AndrésAndrés and Christina are the Latin Grammy-winning music duo 123 Andrés.
Aaron Nigel SmithFor the past 15 years Aaron Nigel Smith has worked to educate, empower and entertain youth and families around the world. He teaches chorus & drumming in Oregon & Washington through 1 World Chorus, Young Audiences, and the Right Brain Initiative.
Andy ZAward-winning children’s performer and recording artist bringing music, movement,
storytelling, and imaginative musical adventures to kids and families.
Ants On A LogMusic for children and other childlike people.
Ava BrennanAva loves to help little ones find joy and resilience in creating and listening to meaningful folk music.
Big Idea CommitteeBig Idea Committee is an interactive children’s music duo that combines musical-theater vocals, live cello, and playful storytelling to create engaging, imaginative experiences for young audiences and families.
The BlumbelliesThe Blumbellies (Philly-based musicians Bekki Schwartz and Noah Teachey) perform a fun, folksy, and eclectic mix of original songs and classic tunes, with lots of opportunity for everyone to join in and create together.
Broadway BabiesBest friends and collaborators for over 15 years, Leah and Nicole share a love of old timey musicals, vaudeville, and slap-stick humor.
Eco-Man Richard McLaughlinRichard McLaughlin aka Eco-Man is an award winning singer songwriter from Bucks County Pa. He plays environmentally friendly music for the whole family.
Giana FeatheringillGiana Featheringill is a children’s music performer creating joyful, interactive experiences through music, movement, and multisensory play, informed by a background in music therapy.
Joanie CalemJoanie Calem is a singer/songwriter and storyteller, sharing music and fun with audiences of all ages for many years.
Karen SmithKaren Smith Drums brings the rhythms, the movement, songs and stories for all to enjoy from your seat to your feet!
Lanny SherwinLanny Sherwin performs one the Pediatrics floor at Santa Barbara’s Cottage Hospital each week and performs regularly for local school special needs classrooms and other special needs groups.
Lori & RJKids music with a groove!
Mark & GretaMark Hanson and Greta Pedersen are a playful mix of jazz, Americana and originals by Grammy-Award winning guitarist and Young Audiences’ 2009 National Artist of the Year.
Mark HansonMark Hanson – engaging music, clear instruction, pure enjoyment.
Marsha Goodman-WoodFun, clever songs about science and how the world works with positive social messages!
MilkshakeMilkshake’s Lisa Mathews and Mikel Gehl make Grammy-nominated award-winning music kids can call their own.
Miss KymKymberly Stewart, known as “Miss Kym,” is a children’s music artist, songwriter, and early childhood educator who brings learning to life through joyful music, movement, and interactive performances.
Mr. Nick DavioMr. Nick Davio is a singer/songwriter and children’s musician based in Metro East Illinois. Currently, he’s working on a Masters of Music Education from Western Illinois University and teaching K-5th grade general music and 5th grade band at Ben-Gil Elementary School in Gillespie, IL! He used to perform at Comer and Lurie’s in Chicago and now through Pickleberry Pie, performs several times a year at Barnes Children’s Hospital in St. Louis!
Nanny NikkiHigh energy, interactive performer and songwriter who incorporates puppets, humor and a significant about of silliness!
Rodney WhittenbergRodney Whittenberg is an Emmy Award-winning composer, multi-instrumentalist, music producer, filmmaker, and educator. Through his company, Melodyvision, Rodney has spent more than 30 years using music and storytelling to inspire, entertain, and bring people together.
Susan SalidorSusan Salidor is a singer/songwriter and music specialist who makes music for children and those who love them.
TaylorMichael J. Taylor, aka “Taylor”, has been teaching, performing, and recording West African percussion since 1994. He authored the book (print and audiobook) “Remembering Your Ancestral Fire”, pub 2023/2025. He is the Director of the Tam Tam Mandingue – Chicago school of percussion (est 2006) and founder and driving force behind Holy Goat Percussion (est 1995). He has performed and/or taught the West African djembe on every continent except Antarctica so far and loves his job!
Two Of A KindTwo of a Kind (David & Jenny Heitler-Klevans): Children’s Concerts with music, movement, sign language, and puppets!
Valerie SmalkinVentriloquist, Val Smalkin, presents a fast-paced, humorous 40-minute musical treat with puppets, dancing, singing, and 100% audience participation.