"The students were actively engaged and came out of the program singing all the songs. You have a wonderful talent of storytelling and all children should have the opportunity to listen to you at least once! I can't thank you enough for such a wonderful experience!" Deborah Benavides, Media Specialist, North Columbia Elementary, Appling, GA
"The students were engaged in the presentation at all times, with much smiling and clapping. In addition, all the adults enjoyed the music and stories. The stories taught great character traits, the music was fun and lively, and no one had ever seen a nose flute before! Thanks again Bob. The children are still talking about it." Jill Eaton, Media Specialist, Gray Court-Owings Elementary, Gray Court, SC
"We liked best the content of the stories - the lessons they taught - and your enthusiasm! The students loved the energy. We want you back! You were fun and inspiring! You made kids feel good about themselves." Susan Simpson, Former Principal at Hickory Tavern Elementary, Gray Court, SC
"Thank you so much for coming. All the teachers and students absolutely love you." Elizabeth All, Guidance Counselor, Woodland Elementary, Greer, SC
"Thank you so much for a wonderful visit. We had a great time. The children loved hearing you and singing along with you! Your enthusiastic performance was a big hit. I have recommended you to lots of people…do I get a commission?? We are sure to have you back again". Frances Gilliam, Media Specialist, Lakeview Elementary, Greenwood, SC
"Your variety of stories and music flows very well. The audience couldn't wait to see what you were going to do next. I definitely will recommend you to other librarians. Why? - Your program is FUN!" Karen Kociemba, Oconee County Libraries, SC
"Bob Linsenmayer, 'Mr. Bob, Singing Storyteller', came with his guitar to perform at the library. The children were engrossed with his stories and music. The program was truly enjoyable and affordable. He was fun and we plan on having him back next summer, if not sooner." Wendy Weinberger, Director, Screven-Jenkins Regional Library System, GA
"The children most enjoyed playing the musical instruments you provided. They didn't want to stop! I enjoyed the variety of tales you told. You provided a literature-rich interactive program at a very reasonable price." Jan Daniel, Assistant Director, Jefferson County Library System, Louisville, GA
"I went to your website and listened to Clara Cluck. Wonderful! I'm looking forward to meeting YOU!" Andy Offutt Irwin, Covington, GA (A prominent national storyteller)
"We were storied and serenaded in a grand conclusion by Bob Linsenmayer, telling his original story, strumming his original music, and wearing his original chicken hat. Bob first touched, then soothed our hearts as he led us in the chorus that both memorialized and celebrated the one and only Clara Cluck." Review by Jan Cribbs of a performance at the 2010 Winter Storyfest in Atlanta
Comments from Kids
"Dear Mr. Bob, I thought it was hilarious when you told your stories. It kept me laughing over and over again! I wanted to catch my breath but I couldn't! I kept on laughing. I was more awake that day because of your stories. It's like a cup of coffee. When you drink it, it powers you through the day. Your entertaining me did the same." Jackson, 5th grade
"Dear Mr. Bob, You are funny, very funny. I want you to come back funny Mr. Bob Story Teller." Uriah, 1st grade student
"Your Music Rocks!" Jake, 2nd grade student
"I liked when the snake popped up!" Levi, 3 years old
"Dear Mr. Bob, I loved your stories. They were awesome. I also liked your songs. My friend Christian said we should go to that cabin on Halloween at midnight. It would be so scary. My other friend Jordan said, 'No way. You are absolutely crazy!' The other stories were good too." Lauren, 4th grade student
"Thank you for playing for us and telling us stories. I haven't littered yet!" J. C., 4th grade student
"I loved the big pumpkin story." Jonah, 3 years old
"Thank you for the songs! I love your songs!!! You can sing good!! The Golden Arm Story!! The whole school loved you!" Jarrett, 2nd grade student
"Dear Mr. Bob, Thank you for coming to our school to make us laugh. I really like the thing you made with the horn and washing thing. It's really cool I made my own but the noise my mom is not liking it." Laporsha, 5th grade student
Poem Inspired by Mr. Bob
Flowers Blooming
By Christina Kauffmann
(An eighth grader who watched Mr. Bob perform in 1998 in her mother's
music class at an elementary school.)
The children are hidden mysteries…
flowers wanting,
willing, waiting to bloom.
Their beautiful smiles
warm your heart.
Their skin is smooth and rich.
The touch of their hands
makes you smile.
The smell of their presence
deepens your soul.
The sweet, melodic tune
of Mr. Bob's voice
and the strumming of his guitar
brighten your day,
while the sounds of his rainstick
being passed from hand to hand
paint a picture of a peaceful union.
His gentle, loving smile makes you weak,
telling stories of the extraordinary, wild
nature of Africa and
singing songs about funny boas
with hidden talents.
We sit; we watch...
realizing this remarkable, exemplary man
spends his "golden years"
gardening children.