The Okee Dokee Brothers

The question How would you rate the program? was asked in the adult evaluation. The rating scale used was "Great, Very Good, Average, Below Average and Poor." Of those adults that answered the question, the results were: Great: 90; Very Good: 44; Average: 8; Below Average: 3; Poor:0. The results, 98% of the attendees rated the program as a very positive experience.
The question Would you attend another program of this kind if it were offered? was asked. The responses were: Yes: 173; No:10; Maybe: 8. The results, 95% of the attendees rated the program as a very positive experience. The following answers are from children that were surveyed. Prior to the program, the question How many kids have seen a program at the library before? was asked. 53 children said they had been to a previous program. After the program, the question How many kids would come back to the library for another program? was asked. 174 children said yes, they would attend another program. Prior to the program, the question How many children have checked out books about music? was asked. 85 children had checked out books on the topic of music. After the program, the question How many kids want to check out a book about music now to learn more about it? was asked. 115 children said they would check out a book on music. From evaluations completed by adults, the question "What did you enjoy most about this program?" was asked. Responses included: "Lively music and good audience participation." "The enthusiasm of the performers and getting the audience involved. Volunteers for band for the last song." "These guys are really fun, and I loved the music. My kids really enjoyed the music too."
"I enjoyed how they related songs to fairy tales or familiar rhymes." "Really upbeat for Elem. Ed. Students." "The musicians involved the students with appropriate and fun activities. The music was good as well as entertaining." "I liked how the show was so interactive and engaging for all of the grades."
"Cultural music targeting kids." "Great songs and banjo/guitar." The question What did you learn from attending this program? was asked. Responses included:"It's great to have these legacy funds to bring such fascinating entertainment." "I learned more about bluegrass music and adapting new words to familiar songs." "That writing music can be fun." "The performers were very informative." "The banjo was a great instrument to introduce to my kids, as well as unique lyrics to songs." "Another style of music is fun." "How to incorporate music and motion." "Exposure for a different type of music – bluegrass." "The Legacy program is great to bring us these programs." To the request Please let us know what you think about this program, responses included: "Lots of variety! Enjoy all the programs offered." "As I looked around, I saw many smiling faces – even staff!" "This program was very entertaining! The program showed students that they can be creative with their musical talent." "I loved it! It gave the students permission to have lots of fun in a school setting!" "The musicians did an excellent job including the kids in their performance." "Excellent exposure to live music for the children."