We are an award-winning husband & wife musical duo, specializing in interactive performances for children and families. We get audiences of all ages involved in the performance, through singing, movement, sing language, lyrics-on-the-spot, puppets and more. We feature a wide variety of musical styles, with vocal harmonies, intricate guitar work and multi-ethnic drumming and percussion. Many thematic programs are available, including songs about reading & books, environmental science & animals, and interpersonal topics such as diversity, conflict resolution, character education and making a difference. We also do lots of songs that are just plain fun and silly.
David and Jenny were wonderful! Their songs had children creating conga lines and dancing along! Despite a sudden rainfall David and Jenny kept the performance moving by inviting the audience up under the bandstand with them. Many chose to dance in the rain also. Very professional couple!
Response from Two of a Kind:
Thank you so much for the review, Donna! It was a pleasure meeting you, and a pleasure performing for Tupper Arts yesterday! The children, parents, counselors and whole community were wonderful! Thanks so much for having us, and we hope to work with you again in the future!
Professional, Kind and Fun. Entertainmented 15 toddlers and 18 adults. Lots of fun! Thank you.
Response from Two of a Kind:
Thanks so much for the great review, Taryn! We had lots of fun making music with all of you - such a nice group of people! It was great to meet you, and thanks for having us! Best, David
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It was a pleasure working with Dave and Jenny. They were hired to perform for two camp sessions for an organization for which I volunteer. We couldn't have been happier and more pleased. They are certainly a highly talented duo who put on an engaging and fun performance that the campers were excited about and continued to talk about throughout the rest of the week, mentioning it was a highlight of their week. I would hire them again! Thanks to Two of a Kind!
Response from Two of a Kind:
Thank you SO much for having us for 2 performances recently, and for the excellent review! We had a great time singing with the delightful kids there, and we hope to return! Best, David, Two of a Kind
I couldn't have hoped for any better from "Two of a Kind". As a matter of fact they far exceeded my expectations, They engaged the kids and adapted the music, props and activity based on the feedback from the kids. They provided a top notch performance singing many of their own songs. The use of props made the performance fun and very engaging for the kids. It was obvious that this duo is amazingly talented, bringing their best (and then some) to our venue. I hope to have the opportunity to hire them again. I highly recommend hiring Two of a Kind. They are very kind, warm and easy people to work with.
Response from Two of a Kind:
Thank you for your kind words, Laura! We loved performing for the kids there - they were so wonderful! We look forward to seeing you again, soon!
Jenny and David played at our daughter's 1 & 2 year old birthday party. They were interactive and kept the kids (Ages ranged 6 months-10 years) entertained the entire time! We also provided some of the girls favorite songs and they incorporated them into their set. I would definitely recommend Two of a Kind for any kid's event. Thank you for making it a special day!
Response from Two of a Kind:
Thank you so much for the great review, Kristen! We thoroughly enjoyed performing for Siena & Sofia's birthday party yesterday. They were both adorable and very attentive, and all of your guests were friendly and enthusiastic! We were very impressed by how many of the older kids were willing to participate in songs that were aimed at the younger range - they were very mature and supportive. It was a wonderful party, and we were honored to be a part of it!
Two of a Kind was professional, accommodating, and truly has a knack for performing for kids. Our whole family was involved in the performance and I received so many compliments after the event. Everyone loved it and he brought our whole crowd together.
Response from Two of a Kind:
Thank you so much for this review! I really appreciate it! It was great to meet you and your family! Best, David
Two of Kind put on a great show for the children in our school! They kept the all the children engaged the whole time!!! We are a childcare center so we had babies all the way to up pre schoolers so keeping them all entertained was not easy. Some of the older children asked me the next day when they will be coming back. We highly recommend them
Response from Two of a Kind:
Thanks so much for the great review, Iris! We loved singing for and with your delightful kids! Best, David & Jenny, Two of a Kind
David was great! He had a difficult task of performing for mostly younger kids who weren't able to be AS engaged as maybe was required for the type of 'performance' he does, in addition to chatty moms! Nonetheless, I think everyone enjoyed it! I would recommend David to those who are looking to do parties for maybe older 'babies' (2+) who can be a little bit more engaged in his songs, etc. Regardless, loved the music and added a lot of fun to the party! Thanks, David!
Response from Two of a Kind:
Thanks so much, Haley! I hope Ollie had a great birthday!
Two of a Kind provided a very engaging and fun performance for our children! You can really see that the children were enjoying the songs and were able to participate in the singing and movements!! Would definitely have them back!!
Response from Two of a Kind:
Thanks so much, Melanie! We had a great time performing for your children! Thanks for having us, and for the nice review!
Best,
David & Jenny
Two of a Kind
We booked Two of a Kind for my kids combo birthday party. We had kids ranging in age from 1 - 10. They played for about an hour and engaged the kids the entire time. The songs were great and I recieved nothing but positive feedback from the guests. I would highly reccomend booking this kids band for your next event. Arrived on time and met all expectations. Very professional to work with.
Response from Two of a Kind:
Thanks so much, Matt! We loved performing for Charlie and Theo's birthday party!
Best,
David & Jenny
Two of a Kind
Price Range: $600 & travel = 1 show; $900 & travel = 2 shows
Gig Length: 30 - 60 minutes
Languages: American Sign Language, English, French, Spanish, Other
Unions: AFM
We present dynamic, engaging performances that get audiences of all ages singing, moving, laughing, dancing and thinking. In addition to our 24 years experience performing all over the country and internationally for children and family audiences, our venue contacts praise our reliability, organizational skills and clear communication.
TWO OF A KIND delights audiences of all ages with their music, good humor and audience participation. David and Jenny Heitler-Klevans of TWO OF A KIND love bringing people together and building community through music. Their beautiful harmonies accompanied by David's powerful, rhythmic guitar playing and Jenny's multi-ethnic percussion instruments create magic on stage.
An award-winning husband-wife duo, TWO OF A KIND presents concerts for families and children of all ages, including songs, puppets, movement, and stories - all with an emphasis on interaction and participation. Themes of songs and stories range from reading & books, friendship and animals to social issues such as the environment, conflict resolution and diversity. TWO OF A KIND helps audiences of all ages feel that they can create music and that they can make a difference in the world.
“Our songs are written out of great respect for children - their experiences, their sophistication and their desire to explore big issues. Our goal is to provide quality music that speaks to children and adults, and helps them to become people who make a positive contribution to the world - and to have fun at the same time!”
Award-winning Recordings and Songs
TWO OF A KIND has released eight recordings; seven for children & families, and one for adults, plus a DVD. Two of a Kind's recordings have won a total of 16 national awards, including:
5 Parents' Choice Awards
2 Creative Child Magazine Awards
8 Children's Music Web Awards
a Kids Radio Mania Awards
In addition, three individual songs have won awards:
“Think of it as an Adventure” - Children's Music Web Award for “Best Song for Younger Children”
“I Have 2 Stomachs” - John Lennon Songwriting Competition winner; finalist in the International Songwriting Competition
"The World is Not Your Garbage Can" - USA Songwriting Competition winner
Why the name TWO OF A KIND?
David and Jenny have been singing together since they met at Oberlin College back in 1986. They found that they had so many things in common, they felt like they had lived parallel lives. They married in 1989. At first they sang in coffee houses and other folk music venues, but after David starting teaching music at an elementary school, they began singing songs for kids. Demand for TWO OF A KIND concerts grew and eventually they quit their day jobs and began performing full-time in 1996. In 1995 their name "Two of a Kind" came true when they had identical twin boys named Ari and Jason. They are very grateful that they did not name their group "10,000 Maniacs" or "The Three Stooges."
More Information
David taught music to children and adults from 1982 to 1996. David has a degree in Composition from Oberlin Conservatory and has Orff Certification Levels I and II. He was a music specialist in schools in the Philadelphia area for many years and taught music theory at Settlement Music School. Jenny has been singing and dancing all her life. She taught dance at camps and sang in the Anna Crusis Women's Choir for four years. She also teaches music in pre-schools. Jenny has a Masters degree in Public Health and a background in training, education and creative writing.
TWO OF A KIND is on various artist rosters:
New Jersey Council for the Arts
Odyssey Program of the Philadelphia Folksong Society
Pennsylvania Council on the Arts
Philadelphia Arts in Education Partnership (PAEP)
David and Jenny are active in the Children's Music Network (David is currently on the Board of Directors of CMN, and Jenny has served on the board of CMN), the Philadelphia Folksong Society and the People's Music Network for Songs of Freedom & Struggle. David and Jenny are members of AFM Local 1000 (the North American Traveling Musicians' Union).
TWO OF A KIND has appeared all over the country at performing arts centers, concert series, folk clubs, festivals, schools, libraries, camps, aquariums, zoos, museums, daycare centers, special events and on radio and television. They have shared the stage with artists such as:
Pete Seeger, Peter, Paul and Mary, Trout Fishing in America, Tom Chapin, Bill Harley, John McCutcheon, Kim & Reggie Harris, Sally Rogers, Magpie, Cathy Fink & Marcy Marxer, and Billy Jonas.
TWO OF A KIND looks forward to singing with you!
We can provide all of our own sound equipment. If a venue is providing a sound system and a sound person, we need 2 vocal mics, 2 instrument mics, 4 boom stands, and 1-2 monitors.
| July 12, 2024 • 11:00am - 11:45am | Nonprofit Event |
| May 01, 2024 • 9:00am - 10:00am | Children’s Birthday Party |
| December 03, 2023 • 1:00pm - 2:00pm | Christmas Party |
| July 13, 2023 • 1:00pm - 2:00pm | Camp Event |
| July 08, 2023 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm | Camp Event |
| June 28, 2023 • 10:30am - 11:30am | Camp Event |
| February 26, 2023 • 11:30am - 12:30pm | Children’s Birthday Party |
| February 12, 2023 • 12:00pm - 12:45pm | Children’s Birthday Party |
| April 04, 2022 • 10:30am - 11:00am | Camp Event |
| April 03, 2022 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm | Children’s Birthday Party |
| September 12, 2021 • 3:00pm - 3:45pm | Children’s Birthday Party |
| July 19, 2021 • 9:30am - 10:30am | Camp Event |
| June 12, 2021 • 1:00pm - 2:00pm | Children’s Birthday Party |
| June 23, 2019 • 1:00am - 2:00am | Festival |
| June 04, 2017 • 2:30pm - 4:30pm | Birthday (Child) |
| January 03, 2015 • 10:00am - 1:00pm | Birthday Party |
Sample Thematic Programs:
(Two of a Kind can combine themes, emphasize a theme, or do a non-thematic program)
7 Nights to Read
Songs related to reading and books (PreK-Grade 6)
Common Threads
Songs of multiculturalism, diversity & unity - similarities and differences between people of many cultures and abilities (K-Grade 6)
Caring for the Earth
Environmental songs, including songs about recycling, pollution, animals and their habitats (K-Grade 6)
Talk it Out
Songs of conflict resolution, anti-bullying, cooperation and peace (K-Grade 6)
Underneath the Deep Blue Sea
Songs of sea creatures and water with an environmental focus (K-Grade 6)
Caring For Each Other
Character Education program, featuring songs about values such as respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, trustworthiness, etc. (K-Grade 6)
Crazy Critter Concert
Songs about animals and their habitats, with an environmental focus (Grades K-6)
Together We Can Make a Difference
Songs about cooperation and unity, and songs which tell the stories of people (both famous and 'ordinary') and their positive effect on others (Grades 1-6)
Singing for our Lives
A lecture/demonstration about the connections between music and movements for social change, with an emphasis on the civil rights, labor, peace and women's movements. (Grades 6-12)
Going on an Adventure
Songs inspired by and enriching children's imaginations including topics such as dinosaurs, pirates, dressing up and more. (Preschool-Kindergarten)
Your Theme Here (Library Summer Reading themes, etc.)
We have a large repertoire of songs and are happy to work with you to develop a program to meet your needs. We frequently design programs to connect with the Summer Reading themes of various libraries, library systems or states.
| David Heitler-Klevans | vocals, guitar, slide-whistle, percussion |
| Jenny Heitler-Klevans | vocals, cajon, djembe, percussion, bowed psaltrey, ukulele |
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2 vocal mics
2 instrument mics
4 boom stands
1-2 monitors
(we can provide all of the above items)
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