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Theologian in Training

So, even as a priest, I have been elected to do a clown show. Just so happens while I was on vacation the staff here decided to have a Fall Festival. I opened my email when I returned only to see in the minutes of the staff meeting (the one they had without me) I saw Fr. Brian clown/juggling. Needless to say, I have been trying to put something together. I think I may have finally figured something out, my only problem is what music to use...for a clown who will be juggling, doing magic, and using a marionette (multi-talented clown :)

It will all come together I am sure, but I figured since some people enjoy knowing that I do little clown shows, I figured I would let you guys know that I am doing another one at the Fall Festival October 15

God Bless :juggle: :priest: :0)

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You should play "Dies Irae" while you juggle. You can be the sad, tragic clown, like Pagliacci.


[img]http://www.jcarreras.com/Images/pb/operas/Pagliacci03_M.jpg[/img]

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Pagliacci gives clowns a bad rap...

so does John Wayne Gacy....

... and that thing from "It"

But otherwise...

I think it will be fun. Kids love seeing thier priest doing something "non-priesty"

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[quote name='homeschoolmom' post='1074292' date='Sep 24 2006, 09:48 PM']
Pagliacci gives clowns a bad rap... [/quote]

unlike Bozo.

Bozo is the man...

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Theologian in Training

Nope, got the music picked out, and, though they are not specifically children's songs, apart from the hamster dance, though I am still debating as to whether or not I should use it, the music is very diverse, most of it electronica though not explcitly for kids can work and some mainstream stuff. And, don't worry, I have checked the lyrics :)

God Bless

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Theologian in Training

Need some advice from those preferably with children. What are some good non-obnoxious kids songs that would be ideal to juggle to? I was thinking of using Rednex "Wild and Free" but it is just too hyper for me to be able to concentrate while juggling.

Any recommendations very welcome.

thanks

God Bless

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Theologian in Training

Still can use some help...it is next Sunday, though I may be doing a "dress rehearsal" for my cousin's kindergarten class this Friday...can really use some ideas.

God Bless

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Fides_et_Ratio

Veggie Tales songs?

What about the classic "The Entertainer" (I forget the composer)... Juggling is a lost talent, I'm glad you're keeping in touch with the skill as a priest! Juggling priests are cool.

What sorts of tricks can you do, Father? If you pull out the stem of an apple, it's pretty cool if you can manage to take a bite every so often while you juggle (just don't forget where the apple is...)

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homeschoolmom

[quote name='Theologian in Training' post='1086547' date='Oct 7 2006, 09:57 PM']
Really? What do your kids listen to?
[/quote]
Um... veggietales... :idontknow: and whatever I listen to.

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Theologian in Training

Ok, no offense, but as much as I can handle watching Veggie Tales, I really cannot endure the music for that long...so that is definitely out. I have a couple of good songs from Squirrel Nut Zippers, but there is a part where he is talking about getting drunk...so obviously that is not the best thing to be playing, especially from a priest :)

If you want, since I sent it to my clown friends, I have a general idea of a routine, which I can share here if you so desired.

God Bless

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IcePrincessKRS

I can't juggle so I have noooo idea what would be good juggling music. Sorry. :( My kids listen to whatever I do, but they're happy with ANYTHING. Seriously, one of their favorite tunes is the McDonald's "I'm lovin' it" jingle.

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