Joel Frankel - Musical Merriment

Joel's Musical Merriment show is always full of surprises. Combining his original songs with sing-along favorites, Joel's shows have delighted audiences across the country for more than two decades. Always on their feet, kids experience a musical show that is full of singing, movement and rhythm, while the parents delight in Joel's musicianship and quirky sense of humor (which is often ad-libbed.) Once described as "Rafi on Coffee," Joel's high energy shows leave kids singing and dancing long after the music has stopped.

Singer, songwriter and children’s entertainer,
Joel Frankel, has been captivating listeners of all
ages with his engaging original songs for nearly two
decades. By combining his musical talents with his
background in education, Joel presents an energized,
creative performance that is stimulating for
kids and appreciated by adults.

Joel’s four children’s albums have received numerous
awards, including his most recent album, “Ship
of Chocolate Chips,” which received the Parent’s
Choice Award. Joel’s songs are heard on FM, AM
and satellite radio stations around the world and
have been featured on The Learning Channel, MTV
and NBC. “We Go Together,” which remains one of
Joel’s most beloved songs, was featured in Big, the
classic motion picture starring Tom Hanks.

Prior to writing children’s songs, Joel lived in Los
Angeles and worked with legendary songwriter, Barry
Mann, renowned producer, Steve Tyrell, and played
in the rock band Down Boy Down with Eddie Ganet.
Joel even made a cameo appearance as an accordionist
in Father of the Bride, starring Steve Martin and
Diane Keaton.

Currently, Joel lives in Chicago with his wife and kids.
He is a faculty member at the Old Town School of
Folk Music and regularly plays shows in Chicago and
across the country.

Performs as a solo, duet or with a full band. All equipment can be provided for local shows.