Her students so enjoyed their weekly "fun fests" that they encouraged her to videotape a class so that others could join in on the fun and stimulation that they experienced in class. Barbara was inspired by their encouragement and thus "Front Row Seat" videos was "born" in 1998 with the videotaping of Volume 1 at Drake Terrace, a senior residence in California.
Barbara's class of healthy seniors aged 70-100 thoroughly enjoyed starring in the video as they sang,danced and warmed the hearts of viewers. In response to requests from activity directors and caregivers, Barbara expanded her offerings by videotaping Volumes 2 and 3.
Barbara happily states,"my love of seniors and music makes me the luckiest person, as I can do what I truly love and bring benefit to others at the same time."
Barbara has been playing the piano by ear and entertaining family and friends since the age of 3. She attended the "Fame" High School of Music and Art in New York City as a voice and piano major. She has a B.S. in Education from Syracuse University and an M.S. in Counseling from Lehman College.
In 1997 Barbara brought her idea of videotaping her senior class to Karyn Kleinman and Laura Moe of Custom Video Productions, and a partnership and friendship was formed. They collaborate today to produce, market and distribute "Front Row Seat" products.
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