Congregation B'nai Israel of Basking Ridge and the Weintal Preschool are thrilled to announce that award-winning singer/songwriter, Big Jeff will be performing on Sunday, November 16th. The concert begins at 2:30pm at 40 Whitenack Road in Basking Ridge. The performance is open to the public and tickets are available in advance at Congregation B'nai Israel or by calling Terri Crosbie, Weintal Preschool Director at 908-204-1294. Admission is $8 per person (over age 2). There will be snacks and drinks available for purchase.
"Big Jeff" DeSmedt has been sharing his folksy rocking musical fun at preschools, parties, libraries and festivals for over 10 years. He has released four children's music CDs and a concert video DVD. His debut recording, "Big Jeff," won a 2004 Children's Music Web Award for classic preschool recording.
Big Jeff began writing songs for his daughter when she was 2 years old, and he started playing for children at the New Jersey daycare center where he worked as an aide and school bus driver. As his popularity grew, he transitioned into a full-time career as a children's musician. He now tours nationally and performs regularly at numerous venues throughout New Jersey and the greater New York metropolitan area.
The performance will benefit the Weintal Preschool, which offers classes from two through five years old, as well as afternoon enrichment and early childhood education classes. The preschool is a warm, nurturing environment where children are encouraged to learn through play. The Weintal Preschool offers bright, large classrooms with experienced teachers and developmentally appropriate curriculum. The school accepts children regardless of religious beliefs.
