Ben Tousley

Ben Tousley has brought his Community Music Programs to hundreds of schools, libraries, community centers and faith
communities since 1984. A past recipient of the Boston Beyond War award "for communicating a clear vision of our richly diverse
human family through music," Ben has appeared at the JFK LIbrary, the Lowell National Heritage Museum, First Night Boston and
many other festivals. Ben's concerts for children and intergenerational audiences bring together people of all ages and cultures,
weaving together stories, movement and dialogue for a memorable community experience. His songs and stories about Emily
the Cow, Johnny Appleseed, Rosa Parks and others bring to children and adults alike images of hope and humanity.

"First Night is always pleased to welcome artists like Ben Tousley,

with high artistic as well as professional ability."

--Nancy DellaRocco, First Night Boston

School and Library Programs for all Ages and Seasons

"American Pilgrims"
"MLK Jr. and the Struggle for Freedom"
"Learning Peace"
"The Irish Struggle for Freedom"
"Songs for Summer"
"Winter Holiday Concert"

"Ben has a wonderful way of getting children to question history. Our cultural arts committee valued
his ability to get his audience to think as well as to have fun."

--Karen Kettler, Cultural Arts Chair, Richards School, Whitefish Bay, WI

"Ben Tousley presents a well-researched, historical and entertaining program.
His love of the songs and history is felt by his audience."

--Georgia Bills, teacher, Glen Urquhart School, Beverly, MA

Ben’s popular children’s recording “Lookin’ for a Rainbow” (previously only on cassette) is now available on CD!

contact Ben for more information