When people ask me “What do you do?” I can respond genuinely my life’s work is,
I’m a Greatness Amplifier, Engagement Specialist, Experience Generator. One thing I like about this definition is how perfect it is for what I do performing music with kids, while at the same time it is not limited to any specific skills or career. Kids and Music have always been a primary focus of Tadpole Parade for over 30 years.
I still live by my original mission I wrote in 1996. (I have included an outline of my original mission below.)
I have a vast collection of skills and knowledge gained from decades of widely diverse performance experience. I would be happy to talk with you about ways we can collaborate to customize what would contribute best to your mission.
Feel free to give me a call and we can explore the possibilities.
Will Hale 651-307-3849
Kids are the rock stars! When they clap, dance and sing with Will Hale, the king of rocking air guitar. The kid tested, parent approved and teacher recommended concerts of Will Hale and the Tadpole Parade create a fun atmosphere filled with plenty of audience participation, excitement, and dynamic learning.
Will Hale Tadpole Parade Vision 1996 -Present
People often ask me how I connect with kids so easily. I have a clear vision originally refined in 1996. This mission continues to be the natural expression of who I am. These principles are the foundation woven into everything I do.
I work primarily with kids age 2-10 years old.
Three Key Tadpole Parade Messages
You are safe
You are not alone
You are loved
I give permission to everyone to be uniquely who they are.
It’s OK to act naturally, have fun and be happy.
Foundational Principles:
• Accept kids exactly the way they are.
• See kids as powerful equals.
• Genuine exceptional music. I don’t need to sugar coat or play down to kids.
• Provide interactive experiences with memorable songs.
• Allow a dynamic full range of moods and emotions.
• Allow an empowered compassionate confidence in self.
• Love is for Everyone. Love is all inclusive. The kindness of love is powerful.
• Be authentic. Teach by example and demonstrate integrity.
• Cooperation and interdependence are a strength.
• Create an environment of playful abandon where it is safe to explore and enjoy life.
• Reliably access a refuge of consistent stability through safe gentle nurturing rest and relaxation.
• Cultivate the ability to live life without fear.
• Cultivate the ability of live life in abundance.
• Choose a path of beauty filled with curiosity, love and wonderment. Live triumphantly!
• Gratitude is a natural expression of a harmonious life. Building an appreciation and passion for life and respect for all things.
Kid tested, Parent Approved, Teacher Recommended
“Will Hale is a top notch performer. Kids and parents love to dance and rock along with their air guitars. Good fun for everyone!” Christy Novak – Minnesota Children’s Museum
“It’s fun to watch kids engaged in a positive environment with Will and The Tadpole Parade. His enthusiasm for music and children is contagious!”
Brian Siverson-Hall – Past Executive Director MN Association for the Education of Young Children (MNAEYC) MN School Age Care Alliance
“Will Hale is a true kids rock star. I always call him first for all of our kids events.”
Kelly Cochrane – President, SilhouettEvents
“Will Hale’s concerts are amazing. We had a blast! A professional production, filled with exceptional talent.”
Kirstin Wiegmann – Ordway Center for the Performing Arts
“Will Hale is always lively and full of energy, He makes a lasting impression, the kid’s love it!”
Lisa Pillar–New Horizon Academy
“Thanks for teaching us fun!” Oliver age 6
“He’s the coolest grown-up I know!” Jessica Buchta – age 12
A SURPRISE BONUS FOR TEACHERS and PARENTS!
This is not listed anywhere else on my website.
There is a large collection of original games and activities as a thank you for every teacher and parent at this link,
http://tadpoleteachersrock.blogspot.com
Including how to easily get kids quiet and focused in less than 30 seconds!
You can find ALL Will Hale’s music for kids at www.willhale.com/refresh
