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on November 28
Monty Harper
Posted project update #30Born to Do Science Podcast!
Post CommentHowdy, Backer!
I know it's been a while since I posted anything about Songs From the Science Frontier, but tonight I have some big news...
I'm launching a science podcast for kids and families!
Each episode of the "Born to Do Science" podcast will feature a conversation with a scientist and a kid co-host as well as an original song inspired by the scientists' work.
If you and your kids would like to know more about the science behind the songs on the SFSF CD, this is your big chance!!
For now I'm recording five pilot episodes, based on existing songs. The pilot series is my "proof of concept." If I can attract an audience (my goal is 1,000 listeners), it will help me land the funding to continue. My goal is to eventually produce new episodes once or twice a month, with a brand new song each time.
My first episode is Dr. Wouter Hoff with kid host Liza, talking about how microbes can sense light, and the featured song is of course "My Molecular Eye."
You can listen here: http://www.borntodoscience.com
I realize not every backer will be interested in this, so I won't post about it again.
But if you DO want to follow my progress with the podcast, please...
Sign up for the podcast mailing list
"Like" the podcast facebook page
I'm anxious to hear what you think, so please share your reactions! I'll be tweaking the format based on your feedback.
Thank you, and enjoy the podcast!!!
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on February 2, 2011
Monty Harper
Posted project update #29Feedback and News
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on December 20, 2010
Monty Harper
Posted project update #28Your Feedback Requested
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on December 17, 2010
Monty Harper
Posted project update #27All CDs Delivered!
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on December 1, 2010
Monty Harper
commented on a projectHi Mary Kate! Thanks for sharing that - I love it! Kids googling words from the songs is just what I hoped would happen! By the way, let Andrew know that the word in the song is "phototaxic" - it'll make more sense! (Lyrics are on the disc - you can access them via any computer.)
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on November 30, 2010
Monty Harper
commented on a projectThanks, Gala, That's awesome! I really appreciate your feedback!
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on November 30, 2010
Monty Harper
Posted project update #26CDs Are On Their Way!
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on November 11, 2010
Monty Harper
Posted project update #25CDs Are Coming Soon!
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on November 5, 2010
Monty Harper
Posted project update #24All Done!!
Whew! After many frustrating delays, today I finally sent the Songs From the Science Frontier master in to DiscMakers, which means I have nothing left to do on the CD but wait for it to arrive!
I should have copies in hand the week of November 22. I'll have your envelopes ready by the time they get here so that all I have to do is sign, stuff, and mail.
If you paid for an early digital copy you will hear from me very soon about that!
Let me just say - I LOVE this CD!
I feel so lucky that you backed it, and that I got to work with great people like my producer and keyboardist Chris Wiser, drummer Dr. Rock, bass player and engineer Dave Spindle, engineer Trent Bell, and mastering engineer Garrett Haines. All these guys really know what they're doing and they all put in the effort to get it right as if this was their own project. I couldn't have been happier with the process and the results!
I know I said it before, but now I know what it sounds like, and... I can't wait for you to hear it!!
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Tom Wilbeck on November 5, 2010
Well done! I can't wait to hear it! It's so nice to see all the people willing to support education through music and Tom's Fun Band is happy to be a part of it!
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on October 23, 2010
Monty Harper
commented on a project updateHi Jim, Sorry for the slow response. We've been driving all day!! No fun outings for me tonight. Must get some sleep. I perform: Sat 10:00-10:20 AM at Freedom Plaza Stage Sat 1:30-2:20 PM at National Mall 4th Street Stage Sun 1:00-1:20 PM at National Mall 4th Street Stage Sun 5:00-5:20 PM at Woodrow Wilson Plaza Stage I hope to see you at one of those. Be sure to say hi!
Monty Harper
Stillwater, OK
Monty Harper writes and performs brain-stimulating songs for kids. He hosts "Born to Do Science," a local program in which scientists speak with children about their research.
I just made it into your first top 10 viewers - what a thrill! Great job documenting a behind-the-scenes look at the nitty gritty (signey-whiney, winky-blinky, snaily-maily...). Hats off to you!
Cost-ineffectively, but nonetheless supportively yours, Jackson