This week, the Hilltown Family Variety Show is hosted by Guest DJ Priscilla Ahn for the Children’s Songs from Around the World Episode. Priscilla Ahn shares favorite songs from real and imagined places. Her show invites families to hear music that carries stories across language and culture. While listening, families can choose a song and find its country on a map. They might place a small sticker on each location they hear.
This episode includes Hikaru Utada’s “Boku Wa Kuma” and Caetano Veloso’s “O Leaozinho.” Harry Nilsson’s “The Point!” brings listeners into an imaginary landscape. Families can clap along with repeated rhythms or make gentle sounds during “Body Sounds.” Children can draw a place they imagine while listening. These activities help kids connect music with movement and storytelling.
This HFVS episode encourages families to ask questions about place and sound. Children may wonder where a song comes from or what feeling it creates. Parents can ask, “What do you notice about this song?” or “Does this music remind you of somewhere?” Priscilla Ahn’s selections make this episode a warm introduction to global music and shared discovery. After listening, try exploring more songs from other cultures together or create your own musical story at home!
