THE STORY BEHIND THE EMMET OTTER  "TRIBUTE" CD

From Matt Surowiec: "I have been a fan of Jim Henson's "Emmet Otter's Jug Band Christmas" special since it first aired on HBO in 1977. I also had the original book by Russell and Lillian Hoban, which was read and re-read until the pages fell out. I was able to purchase another book in 2001, and have the TV special on VHS and DVD, but what I really wanted was the soundtrack - but it was never released...

2007 marked the 30th Anniversary of the 'Emmet Otter's Jug Band Christmas' television special. Since no official soundtrack was ever released, Tricentennial Music licensed the music and produced a limited edition 'tribute' to the magical show, featuring songs written by Grammy and Academy Award winning composer Paul Williams and performed by Matt Surowiec and the Tricentennial Band."

The CD is currently available from the following online retailers:

CD Baby

Digital downloads are available for a limited time exclusively from:

iTunes

MUSIC FROM "EMMET OTTER" PERFORMED LIVE!

In promotion of the tribute CD, you can hear the songs from "Emmet Otter" performed at various locations throughout Western New York beginning in November.

Visit the Matt's Music for KIDS home page to see a complete schedule.

On December 2, 2007, Matt talked to MuppetCast host Steve Swanson about the "Emmet Otter" tribute CD. You can download the full program here.

The show also features an interview with original Muppeteer Dave Goelz (you know him as the voice of Gonzo)