DAVID SEAY SOLO SHOWS
  • “The ‘Tradition’ in Traditional Folk Music”
  • “Nebraska Territory Stories”
  • “Train Songs and Tales of the Westward Rails”
    • “The ‘Tradition’ in Traditional Folk Music”


    David Seay examines how over the generations folk traditions of different cultures have merged to become our own traditions as immigrants have found their way to Nebraska. This presentation features demonstrations and stories of folk instruments such as harmonica, penny whistle, Indian flute, ocarina, pan pipes, yak horn, bugle, musical saw, banjo, singing bowl, and limber toys. This flexible, fast paced presentation can be tailored for groups of all ages, from preschoolers to senior citizens. David's introduction of a new instrument every 4 to 5 minutes helps make this show work particularly well for very young audiences.

    (30 to 60 min.)

    Also available through the
    Nebraska Humanities Council's Speaker's Bureau
    “Nebraska Territory Stories”


    Performing as a mid-1800's entertainer, multi-instrumentalist Seay sings and plays popular folk music of the period. Between tunes he regales his audience with stories of everyday life for the pioneers and of important events that occurred during those 13 years before Nebraska became a state. This cheerful show is suitable for the entire family.

    (45 min.)

    Also available through the
    Nebraska Humanities Council's Speaker's Bureau
    “Train Songs and Tales of the Westward Rails”


    What is it about trains that so easily engages one's imagination? Climb aboard with David Seay as he weaves tales of the westward expansion of the railroad towards Nebraska's western border in the mid-1800's with a variety of popular train inspired songs. This upbeat excursion features storytelling, banjo, harmonica, whistles, and sing-alongs.

    (45 min.)

    Also available through the
    Nebraska Humanities Council's Speaker's Bureau
     David Seay is also available through the
    Nebraska Arts Council's Artist-in-the-Schools/Communities Residency Program

    "...our director couldn't stop singing your praises!"
    ...Program Director,
    Lincoln Children's Museum

    "... another great performance."
    ...Deborah O'Donnell, Program Director,
    Western Heritage Museum

    "I learned a lot watching you work with the kids."
    ...Shellie Wulf, 4th Grade Teacher,
    Shelton Elementary, Shelton, Nebraska

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