MUSIC ANIMATED
Music Animated is a unique, family-oriented program that makes music come alive with interactive performances suitable for all ages! Sponsored by the Brand Associates.
Delton Davis
Saturday, June 6, 2026
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Recital Hall | Brand Library
Free, RSVP not required
Let's go on a World Percussion Journey with Kids Drumming. This interactive event guides each child through an imaginative journey around the world that includes drumming, singing and movement. Delton Davis uses the drum as a means to access various countries by exploring language and culture through the drum.
Craig Newton
Saturday, July 18, 2026
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM (Please note the new time)
Recital Hall | Brand Library
Free, RSVP not required
Craig Newton’s program for young audiences is a fast-paced demonstration of ten different instruments, plus songs and sing alongs. Craig's program also includes a lot of motion. He has been performing wonderful shows for libraries and schools for over two decades. Get ready to sing along, clap along, and move your bodies.
Nathalia
Saturday, August 1, 2026
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM (Please note the new time)
Recital Hall | Brand Library
Free, RSVP not required
Children’s songwriter Nathalia uses a creative bilingual approach to engage families in an interactive musical performance. From themes like space exploration to cruising down the Amazon River, her infectious songs will have families singing, dancing, even learning a little Spanish, in this fun multicultural experience.
Ben and Friends
Saturday, August 15, 2026
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM (Please note the new time)
Recital Hall | Brand Library
Free, RSVP not required
With a program featuring funky music and giant puppetry, adventure into inspiration with Ben and Friends. Ben Gown is a musician, puppeteer (his friends), and educator based in Los Angeles. Specializing in many styles of music - from Hip Hop, Brazilian, and Jewish music - he has shared the stage with Grammy-nominated musicians and currently teaches elementary orchestra with LAUSD. He builds his own large-scale puppetry, which often share the stage.