Is Kids Music The Only Thing A Songwriter Should Consider?
I’m working on some ideas for other products for kids, and I’ll announce it when things are more concrete. Do you think I should stay focused on CD’s of kids music? The reason I ask is because the other products are audio, but they’re not specifically songs.
Any input you’d like to give me is appreciated. That’s it for now.
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Life Is Short…And Tunes For Kids Aren’t Nearly As Important As Love
I like to believe what I do, write and sing kids music, might make a difference in the lives of kids and their parents. I know it’s not a huge difference, but my tunes are for fun. Parents can play the CD(s) and watch their little boy or girl have fun singing along or dancing to the beat. And my music is designed not to “sing down” to kids, but rather to lift them up on wings of imagination.
Still, I realize it’s just music. It doesn’t replace the love and attention mom and dad. This point is clear in my mind as I think about a friend who died last week. Her kids are grown up, so at least they got to spend all their formative years with their mom. But they won’t see her again. She won’t be there to hug them when they need it. She won’t be there to have them over for Thanksgiving dinner. She won’t be there to share their joy as they have kids of their own.
In this world there’s an extremely precious commodity more limited than all the others…time.
Even though we all get mad at each other, don’t spend to0 much time on your anger. Spend much more time on love. Focus on the important things. And the others will eventually fall into place. “This, too, shall pass.”
I’d love for you to buy my tunes for kids. But only if it means you can share in the fun together. It’s much more important to me that you give of yourself. Your kids will thank you for it. Maybe not right away, but they will. I promise.
Thanks for reading, listening, and for having and loving your kids.
God bless Moms and Dads.
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The Lullabye Bye CD Is A Hit With Moms And Grandparents
The latest CD of tunes for kids I produced called “Lullabye Bye” has been declared a “hit” with moms and grandparents who’ve bought it. So far it seems that “Peppermint Pony” and “In Your Dreams” are the two favorite tunes on the CD, but others may be catching on quickly.
These tunes for kids aren’t the typical lullabies because they’re “not cutesy” as one retailer described. They don’t sing down to your kids. It’s just very nice, relaxing music…you might even find yourself dozing off when you put on the CD for your kid’s nap time. 
If you haven’t already had a chance to check out the samples, please give ‘em a listen. And even if you’re not ready to buy a CD for your kid, grandkid, or friend’s kid…please keep it in mind. Kid’s love ‘em…at least until they fall asleep.
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"Tony at Ton-O-Fun Tunes sent a personalized CD of songs for my son’s birthday - he just turned 6. We popped it in the CD player and he (and his 1 year old brother) had an absolute blast dancing around to the music. And Rory was SHOCKED when he heard his name in the songs. The last few times I’ve been on Skype with people he’s asked if it’s the man who made him the CD of songs. Tony’s CD has been a BIG hit around here - if you’ve got little ones in your life, it’s a fun, personal gift they’ll adore." Michelle Macphearson (Social Marketing Expert)
"I have your CD for my son Jay and we absolutely love it. Now I am ordering these two for gifts. My sister-in-law... gave us your CD. It is very fun and Jay loves to listen to it. I look forward to hearing these two new ones. My son goes to daycare every day. One day they asked us to bring in his favorite CD. I took "Jay's CD". The daycare providers loved the CD. They all asked where I got. One even wanted to buy one for her pregnant sister. Now that I found your website, I will pass it along to them too." Emily (Kirkwood, MO)
"...just had to let you know that Sue purchased the personalized music cd's for my twins Zach and Hannah last year for their birthday and they are WONDERFUL. They are 8 now but love listening to them and dancing around...what a gift you have." Jenny (in Washington, DC)
"My son received the CD for his birthday this year and all of my friends are buying for their friends, etc... He absolutely loves the beats and the music and starts dancing around every time we play it for him. We are very excited to purchase for our friends for their toddler as well...Thank you." Heather (in Colorado)
Here's an actual letter from a fourth grader
Click on the image to see a larger view of the letter. It made my year! Thanks Azure!
Hello Tony!! Just a note to say that I got Savanna's CD today!! You pronounced it PERFECT!!! SA VAH NA !!! :) I love the CD. It is awesome!! You did a great job! I am ready to buy another one...I want to request that you make a Christmas CD and a Lullaby CD for babies.......PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE DO THEM. I will be your first order when you do!! Thanks so much and keep me posted if you come out with another CD. I will be waiting!! Add me to your mailing if you have one Jennifer Vargas (Peabody, Massachusetts)
Just so that you know, I received a number of calls and e-mail questions Friday about your business. Addy was amazed by the CD. She just danced at first, but when she heard her name she jumped up and down and said, Mommy...Addison, listen Addison! (she is only 2) My husband loved the CD too! Thanks again, Natalie Tysdal--WB2 (the Deuce) Morning News anchor - (Denver, Colorado)
Hi, My son has an unusual name. Vivek. It is a very common name in India, where his dad is from,but we can never find anything here that is custom for him. What is the possibility of having a song done using his name? I heard one of your songs on Channel 2 news this morning and thought it was great! Thanks, Tara Ravishankar
I just wanted to say thank you for the CD's. They are wonderful! The boys are going to love them! What a wonderful idea. Thank you again, Tara Ravishankar
Tony, (I'm Moe's good friend). She had you make up a CD for my grandson and it was a hit with the family. Thank you. However I need to order 2 more CD's of tunes for kids...One for a child named Jackson and the other for a little boy named Noa. Renee Strickland