Trout Fishing in America, Tom Chapin, Red Grammer/Cindy's-Peter, Paul & Mary, Bonnie Raitt, Linda Ronstadt, The Eagles, Bruce Springsteen, Jimmy Buffett and too many to name./Shelly's-Bonnie Raitt, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Ruth Brown, John Hammond, Sonny Landreth, The Beatles and lots more.
C. Shells is a children's musical duo comprised of Cindy Kays and Shelly Craig Potter. Together Cindy and Shelly have over 40 years of musical experience. Shelly, a Hampton Roads native, has been a featured solo performer at many local clubs. An accomplished guitarist and teacher, Shelly performs a diverse variety of music from blues to bluegrass. A native of Lancaster, PA, Cindy has performed folk and Celtic music at colleges and pubs in Virginia, Pennsylvania and South Carolina.
Shelly and Cindy have performed together for the past 14 years as a children's duo. A talented songwriter, Shelly writes much of the group's material. The mother of two daughters, Shelly swears that everything she writes about is true! Using stringed instruments such as the guitar, banjo, Dobro and mandolin, as well as various percussion instruments, puppets and entertainment props, Cindy and Shelly encourage the children (and adults, too!) to participate with hand motions and singing. Their song repertoire ranges from traditional and contemporary folk songs to Disney tunes and original songs.
The duo are regulars at many festivals and libraries throughout the mid-Atlantic states. They have been on the roster of Young Audiences of Virginia for the past 11 years. They are also visiting guest artists with Young Audiences of Maryland. Performing as "Cindy and Shelly," they present their educational programs in pre-schools and elementary schools throughout Virginia, Maryland and Pennsylvania.
Cindy and Shelly released their debut album, self-titled, "C. Shells," on the Southern Branch Music label, in 1995. Fun for all ages, the album features 10 original songs and two cover songs. "C. Shells" was awarded a Parents' Choice Silver Honor in July 1998 for excellence in children's music. In March of 1998, they released their second album on Southern Branch Music titled, "Animal Tails," a fun-filled journey of songs about some of the animals in the world we live. In October 1998, "Animal Tails" was awarded a Parents' Choice Approval Seal. Their third album, “Just for Fun!” released in October 2001, features all new songs as well as some old favorites. In March 2002 “Just for Fun!” earned a Parents’ Choice Recommended Seal. “Just for Fun!” was also awarded an iParenting Media Award in 2003. iParenting is the “leading producer of quality parenting content in magazines, newspaper, radio and the Internet.” Their newest CD “Cool Cats” was released in December 2006. It features old favorites like "La Bamba," "The Marvelous Toy," and a live version of "I Know an Old Lady (Who Swallowed a Fly,)" as well as songs written by Shelly and Cindy, "Cool Cats" will have all your little cool cats jumping on the bed while they sing along.
With a delightful mix of songs and musical styles, "C. Shells" will have children of all ages laughing, smiling and stamping their feet. From rock 'n' roll to Cajun, waltzes to ragtime, blues to bluegrass, Cindy and Shelly want everyone to have fun at their concerts, so check your repertoire of dog barks and duck quacks and bring them to the show!
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We would appreciate anyone who becomes a friend of Dawn and helps with getting the word out about her upcoming video release of How We Die on December 25, 2007. This was the last song Dawn recorded prior to losing her battle with Cancer on March 28, 2007
Dawn’s twin sister Sherrie accepts The Geri Lester Heroes of Breast Cancer Courage Award – In Memory from the Karmanos Cancer Institute on Dawn’s behalf in this video recorded on October 22, 2007.
Note: Dawn's Music Video Of "How We Die" Will Be Released On Christmas Day, December 25th.
Thanks for listening and thanks for your comments...it's good to be amongst artists helping to inspire children. I look forward to sharing your music with my girls. Best, Ellis
Thanks for the good luck wishes! We can't wait to start seeing how the kids react to the music videos...the hardest part is always letting go of a project and sitting back to watch how people respond. We're nervous but excited:) Thanks for taking the time to take a peek at the trailer and send us a note! B&L
Thanks so much for the note of congrats! We are super excited about the nomination...a very wonderful way to wrap up a great summer:) Hope things are going well for you two - based on your show schedule, it looks like things are BUSY!
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