-From The Playdate Kids web site-"As music director of the current The Playdate Kids Musical Series, Tim Friedlander provides appealing music for ears of all ages. He received his Bachelors degree in Music Performance with a Minor in Psychology from Western Washington University and is currently working on his Master's degree in Music Education at Pepperdine University in Malibu, CAIn addition to work on The Playdate Kids series, Tim is an active performing clarinetist and guitarist. He has worked with artists such as Tevin Campbell and Tyrese and with organizations such as The Orange Country Performing Arts Center and Macy's. As a composer, his music can be heard everywhere from the local clubs to independent movie soundtracks as well DVD's for the San Diego Marathon and the City of Cerritos.Tim's musical contribution to The Playdate Kids series is a true gift to music lovers of all ages. He hopes to inspire children through his music and make a positive affect on each of their lives. Tim's songs have hip, happy beats that children devour and adults enjoy.BACKGROUND: Well, I made my way here from Seattle in 2002. I grew up on a commune in Idaho and have been playing music for as long as I can remember. I was actually given a guitar before I was born so I guess I had no choice. My dad, uncle and grandfather are/were all musicians. I have played everything at one point or another. After receiving my degree in clarinet performance in 1998 I started a 9 piece funk band called Fat Albert Rotunda. After a successful 3 year run I moved to Seattle and shortly after that to LA.
I figure the best way to be successful is to do everything. So I have been trying to keep my hands in as much as I can. I do music, voice over work, acting, extra work, TV shows, movies, stage, construction, web design, rebuild cars, mountain bike, snowboard, etc, etc. One of these days something's gotta hit, right?
The last 4 years have been excellent. I have made my move in lots of areas. I have been able to work consistently as both a guitar player and a clarinet player and have also been able to make a decent mark in the voice over
You can check out my music at
http://www.timfriedlander.com
and my voice over demo and resume at
http://www.timfriedlander/voice123.com
Be nice, stay positive, and work your ass off!!!
