the musical storytelling at Music Play Patrol
Our musical storytelling program works with libraries to provide interactive and high-quality music education sessions at an affordable cost.
Our curriculum consists of interactive lessons, including Musical Storytelling, Movement Activities, DIY Instruments, World Music, African & Latin Percussion, etc.
Want more from Music Play Patrol? Subscribe to our YouTube channel, Mr. Boom Boom’s Music Room to watch new content posted every other week (@musicplaypatrol).
If you’re ready for more info, we’d love to speak to you!
Philadelphia's Best Children's Music Program
Featured Fall/Winter 2023-2024 Programs
Campfire Stories
FOR AGES 3+ | Get ready for family friendly spooky stories and interactive movement activities.
Festival of Bells
FOR AGES 2-6 | We will be exploring different types of mallet and bell instruments including the glockenspiel, hand bells, and handpan.
African Drum Circle
FOR ALL AGES
Students learn about a variety of West African hand drums including the djembe, talking drum, and more!
Universe of Sounds
FOR AGES 3+ | Get ready to explore the sounds of space with a silly musical story using electronic instruments and voice changing microphones.
we have a variety of options
Morning & Weekend Performance
45-Minute Program in Philadelphia Region-
Rates are for sessions scheduled in September through May
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Up to 50 students indoors per session
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A travel fee of $3.00/mile is applied for locations more than 25 miles away
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Must be located in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, or Maryland
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There is an additional fee of $100 to request Mister Boom Boom. Otherwise, we cannot guarantee he will be available to perform at your event. Rest assured, our Music Play Patrol team will deliver a unique experience entertaining adults and children.
Summer 2023
45-Minute Program in Philadelphia Region-
Prices are for sessions scheduled June - August
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Up to 50 students indoors per session
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A travel fee of $3.00/mile is applied for locations more than 25 miles away
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Must be located in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, or Maryland
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There is an additional fee of $100 to request Mister Boom Boom. Otherwise, we cannot guarantee he will be available to perform at your event. Rest assured, our Music Play Patrol team will deliver a unique experience entertaining adults and children.
Afternoon Performance
45-Minute Program in Philadelphia Region-
Rates are for sessions scheduled in September through May
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Session must be scheduled after 1pm Monday-Friday
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Up to 50 students indoors per session
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A travel fee of $3.00/mile is applied for locations more than 25 miles away
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Must be located in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, or Maryland
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There is an additional fee of $100 to request Mister Boom Boom. Otherwise, we cannot guarantee he will be available to perform at your event. Rest assured, our Music Play Patrol team will deliver a unique experience entertaining adults and children.
Meet Our Team
Mister Boom Boom
Frank Coates is a music educator, entertainer, multi-instrumentalist, YouTuber, and owner of Music Play Patrol. He is a passionate advocate for music enrichment in early education. Using his background as a composer and pianist, Mister Boom Boom creates a unique experience for his students and viewers introducing them to instruments from around the world.
Miss Shannon
Shannon has been singing and playing guitar for 20 years. She is a singer/songwriter who studied music in Hollywood, CA, has a strong choral and musical theater background, received music honors in high school for music theory, and was in the South Jersey choir. Shannon is excited to bring her love of music into the world of children’s education.
Mister Chris
Chris Atkins has worked in Early Childhood Education and music performance for ten years. He plays guitar, sings, and performs to bring joy and passion for music to children of all ages. Chris is excited to bring his talents to Music Play Patrol— let’s get rocking!
Miss Cassie
Cassie Zinkan is a 2019 graduate of Mansfield University of Pennsylvania (B.M. voice performance) and 2022 graduate of the Eastman School of Music (M.M. opera performance and literature). Cassie hails from Middletown, Pennsylvania, and her ukulele (her instrument of choice) hails from Hawaii. Though trained in opera, Cassie has an extensive background in choir singing, her self-proclaimed “first love.” Cassie is also fond of singing and playing jazz.
Miss Briana
Briana is a highly motivated individual seeking to use her skills in music and behavioral health to enter the education world. She is currently pursuing an M.A. in Music Therapy at Drexel University in hopes to provide a therapeutic approach to aid child development and growth.
Stream Mr. Boom Boom & Friends, Vol. 1
If you enjoy the music in Mr. Boom Boom’s Music Room videos, then check out Mr. Boom Boom & Friends, Vol. 1, available on all major streaming platforms.