“The Lesson that is not enjoyed is not learned" and "Music, and music as a whole, must
be given to the child. In ‘Pursuit of music’ the child must be allowed to listen, express
and create," are two of Gary Dulabaum’s favorite quotes about learning.

Gary Dulabaum is a nationally touring educator, author, songwriter, poet, professional
musician, college guest lecturer, stand-up comedian, and recording artist of children’s
and adult music. He presents, speaks and entertains at many local, state, regional and
national conferences and conventions each year. Gary has shared his love of reading,
writing and song with teachers throughout the United States in hands-on, participatory
sessions where participants experience the techniques of performance that create a fullpowerlanguage classroom. For the past 11 years he has guest lectured at the University
of Nebraska at Kearney teaching classes on enhancing literacy development through the
arts.

Gary combines entertainment and education in all of his programs along with his high
energy, his love of music, and his passion for reading and writing. He has appeared on
many educational radio and TV shows such as “Book Talk” in Tampa, Florida. His recent
episode on “Book Talk” won a 2006 Bronze Telly Award of Excellence in children’s
programming, and was named “Best Children’s Single Program” at the Southern
Sunshine Video Festival.

As a well-traveled educator and musician, Gary knows that music is indeed a universal
language. He understands that most, if not all students (children), love music. While
teaching preschool he found early on the importance of using music in the classroom.
Music is a free way to express feelings. Music is a co-ordination of the mind, body and
imagination. Music is an outlet for creativity and self-expression, and music may be used
to improve reading and writing skills. Music also brings more joy to the classroom.