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Robert Howard Susser (July 18, 1942 – September 15, 2020) was an American
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,
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, and
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, best known for his young
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. Among some of his several honors, he is the recipient of the "Distinguished Alumni Award" for his life's work, awarded from
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. Susser has sold over 5 million children's albums.Educational Dealer magazine, April 2009, Industry news section.


Biography


Early life

Born in
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, to middle class Jewish American parents, (His father, of German descent, was a factory supervisor, while his mother, of Hungarian descent, was a housewife), in the borough of
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, Susser grew up in the borough of
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, and attended
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. He was a baseball pitcher and was honored by New York City as its "Most Valuable Player" within The New York City Baseball Federation League, 1957. During his high school years, he wrote songs for some of his favorite artists, such as Dion and
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. But, at the time, all of his attempts to reach these artists were unsuccessful. Four decades later, in 1998, Ben E. King, lead singer of the Drifters, recorded a collection of Susser's children's songs titled, " I Have Songs In My Pocket".
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, July 18, 1998, page 96.
Susser graduated from
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,
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, with a
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in
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. He received a
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in
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from
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, where he studied with
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, and communication theorist,
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. In 1961 he received an
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for serving in the
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.


1960s and 1970s

After producing four singles in 1961, and 1962 with his childhood friend
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, for the group Tico and The Triumphs, which included Susser's first ''Billboard'' Hot 100 chart record "Motorcycle," on Amy Records, he concentrated on writing and producing
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songs. He spent most of his days in New York's
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, attempting to place his songs with music publishers, and receive advance monies, with the hope his songs would be recorded by popular artists. In 1963, he wrote, produced, and sold the master recording of the song " Kiss Me Now", sung by Florence DeVore, to
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. The record was the first release on Spector's new
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subsidiary label, Phi-Dan Records. Soon Susser began recording his songs with
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, Paul Griffin,
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,
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. From 1965 through 1973, he continued to write and produce songs for Florence DeVore, as well as for
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, Lily Fields, Mamie Lee,
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, Robert John, and
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. While he published most of his new songs, the older ones that he had placed with other music publishers were beginning to get recorded. In 1971 he wrote and produced the controversial song "Once You Understand" on
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, sung by his own studio group,
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. After being banned from radio stations in several major cities, the
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sold 1.4 million records in the
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. The song later was sampled and covered by artists
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. Susser received letters from churches, synagogues, and schools inviting him to play his song and talk with teenagers about its
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message. He started to write and produce songs and activities for children, ages 4 through 8. He registered the name, Bobby Susser Songs For Children, and the series began. Titles from the early 1970s include "Learning Basic Awareness Through Music," "Pre-Physical Education Through Music," "Pre-Square Dance," "Let's Act As Consumers," and his series for young pre-readers, ''Doctor
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''. In 1976,
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recorded " Kiss Me Now", on her second, self-titled album.


1980s and 1990s

During the 1980s, he visited schools with his young
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. At that same time he also wrote and produced songs for his own
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, studio group, The Bobby Susser Generation. But he returned to writing and producing young
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, and continued to appear in schools with songs and activities for his early childhood audiences. In 1991, he formed a new record company, "New Hope Records", in order to administer the distribution, sales, and license rights of his recordings. He wrote and produced songs for thematic albums, and by 1996 they had become some of the most popular young
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and
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, and
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. He created "The Bobby Susser Singers", "The Bobby Susser Children's Chorus", and a logo caricature of himself, drawn from a photograph, for his series, "Bobby Susser Songs For Children", ages 2 through 8. Michael Green was often the lead male vocalist, and Deanna Jones was often the lead female vocalist on several of the early recordings within this series. By 1998, Susser broadened his guest list of vocalists, and began working with a greater variety of adult and children singers, and made guest appearances on his song series for young children. He continued to make changes in his personnel of singers and players depending upon the song, style, and subject matter. In the year of 1999, he went back to visit young
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and lectured on the subject of young
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.


2000s

From 2002 through 2004, he wrote, recorded, and added four new collections to his young children's series (''I Need You and You Need Me'', ''Respect and Confidence'', ''Early Learning Sing-Along'', and ''My Day/In Motion and Play''), and received a
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for the first three. In June 2008, Susser released the collection of original young children's songs ''All Roads Leads To Home''.Educational Dealer magazine, October 2008, Industry news section, page 38. One review stated, "''All Roads Lead To Home'' is a very solid choice to use with preschoolers, and its additional song, '70 (Bringin' It Home To You)', for all ages, makes for a wider family appeal" and another said, "''All Roads Lead To Home''" is headed for the group of classic and standard young children's recordings." In February 2009, Susser's children's series surpassed 5 million albums sold. In September 2009, Susser released ''AMERICA: An Album For All Ages.'' By December, the new album received Dr.Toy's Best Audio-Video-CD Product Award for 2009, and was cited as "An American Treasure Of Songs."


2010–2015

On April 22, 2010, ''AMERICA: An Album For All Ages'', was designated a 2010 Parents' Choice Award winner. In the spring of 2011 Susser embarked on a library tour, visiting children's libraries throughout The United States. Susser said he planned to make it "somewhat of an 'ongoing tour', and I will continue to write songs, and record them." But in an interview with edplay he stated that as of July 2011 he had to cancel touring indefinitely due to a neck and back injury. He returned to the recording studio, and at the end of December 2011 Susser completed his 25th album for children of all ages. He titled the collection of 12 new songs, WO! The new album was released on April 3, 2012, to favorable reviews; " WO! is a magnificent collection of songs for children of all ages, from a magnificent children's song man", and, "In the past forty years, Bobby Susser has recorded some of the best children's albums, and his work gets better with each one. WO! is no exception. It is his 25th children's album, and his finest to date. WO! should be a favorite, and a sure classic, for children of all ages." ''School Library Journal'' wrote that Susser "has outdone himself." On April 13, 2013, at
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, Susser was awarded the ''2013 Distinguished Alumni Award'', for his life's work, and his name was engraved in the main hallway of the college. In Susser's acceptance speech, he stated, "Teaching children through songs, in addition to entertaining, always appealed to me. This incredible honor, reinforces my commitment to educating, and entertaining children through music and songs." In June 2014, Susser, along with producers Kevin Mackie and Krista Wallinger, won the 13th annual Independent Music Awards in the Best Spoken Word (with music accompaniment) Category for "ACTION MOVES PEOPLE." The album's proceeds go to benefit MOVE THIS WORLD charity, which is a global nonprofit that uses creative movement to address and transform conflict and violence in communities worldwide. On June 12, 2015, Susser was honored at the Josephine Foundation's annual gala dinner, for his lifetime of work. The Foundation supports children in the arts, and sports locally and globally. At the gala, Susser also received official commendations for his work from the
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.


Smithsonian Folkways Recordings 2016–2017

Smithsonian Folkways Recordings, whose mission includes preserving and disseminating music from all over the world, acquired Susser's New Hope Records catalog of music for young children. ‘Bobby Susser Songs for Children,’ a 12-album set was released direct-to-digital September 9, 2016, features Susser's music, originally issued between 1994 and 2012. Paul Simon said, “I’ve known Bobby Susser most of my life. It turned out he was not only a gold glove shortstop but a masterful creator of children’s songs.” “Bobby Susser’s dozen albums have an engaging sound, a positive vision, and timeless messages,” says Atesh Sonneborn, Associate Director of Smithsonian Folkways Recordings. The focus of ‘Bobby Susser Songs for Children’ is on developmentally appropriate childhood milestones. Susser plans to continue his series of albums while recovering from surgery, and said, "I'll be writing new songs, recording them, and visiting young children with my work. What else would I do." On July 18, 2017, Smithsonian Folkways Recordings celebrated Susser's 75th birthday, and announced that they will be running a campaign sale on all of his music. Susser celebrated his birthday by finishing his 26th children's album.


2018-2020

On June 19, 2018, Susser released his 27th album, titled "Green Light." Educational Dealer magazine stated, “The 12 songs that Bobby Susser has written for his new album Green Light are all sprinkled with positive thoughts. He emphasizes courtesy, kindness, laughter, and happiness. He has the ability to write the most catchy, melodic lines that children can easily sing along with, and lyrics that teach in a most friendly and fun-like manner. He uses a number of instruments like cowbells, shakers, several guitars, bass, pianos, a section of horns and violins, and several percussive instruments, to convey his messages. On September 20, 2018, it was announced that "Green Light" received the Parents' Choice Award. On November 23, 2018, Susser became the recipient of Dr. Toy's international “Best Pick” for his album “Green Light” for 2018. In May 2019, Susser was ready to start recording a collection of songs that he kept to himself for six years. When asked by an interviewer, "Why did it take so long?". Susser replied, "I'm not baking a cake". He's expecting to complete the children's collection sometime in 2020. Susser says that he's not sure how many songs will be on this collection, but has said that he believes it will be unquestionably his finest work. It will be his 28th children's album.


Other contributions and accolades

Susser has written, produced, performed, and contributed the official theme song "Bikewell Bear And St. Jude," for
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.
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said that "Bobby Susser is unusually prolific and consistently does excellent work.
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has stated, "Bobby Susser has the rare ability to return to childhood at will. He is a master at communicating, teaching, entertaining, and stimulating young children through his believable and original songs." ''Early Childhood News'' says, "Bobby Susser is unlike other children's musical artists in that he writes for them (the children), not for himself. He knows what catches their imaginations, and he brings that sensitive awareness to his very enjoyable songs." Susser has written: * The educational papers, "Implications of Rearing and Educating Children," 1975 and 1976; (
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) * "The
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," 2003 * "Choosing Songs for Children," 2004 * Activities, purpose and parent/teacher notes for every title in the series ''Bobby Susser Songs for Children.''


Personal life

Susser was a longtime resident of
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and lived by the bay with his wife, Jan, a teacher. They had three children. He enjoyed baseball and watched the
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. Susser died on September 15, 2020, aged 78, after several weeks of ill health.


Discography


Selected children's albums

* We Are Better Together (Produced And Written, 1994) * The Album For All Seasons (Produced And Written, 1995) * Wiggle Wiggle and Other Exercises (Produced And Written, 1996) * Animals At The Zoo (Produced And Written, 1997) * I Have Songs In My Pocket (Produced And Written, 1998) * I Need You And You Need Me (Produced And Written, 2002) * Respect And Confidence (Produced And Written, 2002) * Early Learning Sing-Along (Produced And Written, 2003) * My Day/In Motion And Play (Produced And Written, 2004) * All Roads Lead To Home (Produced And Written, 2008). Includes the song, "70 (Bringin' It Home To You)." * AMERICA: An Album For All Ages (Produced And Written, 2009). Includes the singles, "America", and "Dancing In The USA." * WO! (Produced And Written, 2012). Includes the singles, "Any Time Of Day", and "The Wo Wo Song." * Green Light (Produced And Written, 2018)


Other albums

* Encounter (Produced And Written, 1971) * Learning Basic Awareness Through Music (Produced And Written, 1972) * Pre-Physical Education Through Music (Produced And Written, 1972) * Pre-Square Dance Music (Produced And Written, 1972) * Let's Act (Produced And Written, 1972) * Pre-Driver's Education Through Music (Produced And Written, 1973) * Learning Responsibility Through Music (Produced And Written, 1973) * Let's Act As Consumers (Produced And Written, 1973) * Motivating Thought Processes Through Music (Produced And Written, 1973) * Doctor
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(Produced And Written, 1974) * Growing Up With A Song (Produced And Written, 1992) * Songs For Your Day (Produced And Written, 1992) * Everybody Needs Somebody (Produced And Written, 1993) * Action Moves People (Produced, Written, And Performed, 2013)


Selected children's singles

* Once We Help Each Other, The Bobby Susser Singers (Produced And Written 1994) * Wiggle Wiggle, The Bobby Susser Singers (Produced And Written, 1996) * A Trip To The Zoo, The Bobby Susser Singers (Produced And Written, 1997) * Baseball, Baseball, The Bobby Susser Singers (Produced And Written, 1995) * Any Time Of Day, The Bobby Susser Singers (Produced And Written, 2013) * The Wo Wo Song, The Bobby Susser Singers (Produced And Written, 2013) * Green Light, The Bobby Susser Singers (Produced And Written), 2018)


Singles

* I Don't Believe Them, Tico And The Triumphs (Produced, 1961) *
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, Tico And The Triumphs (Produced, 1961)*
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, Tico And The Triumphs (Produced, 1962) * Express Train, Tico And The Triumphs (Produced, 1962) * Cry Lil Boy, Cry, Tico And The Triumphs (Produced, 1962) * Get Up And Do The Wobble, Tico And The Triumphs (Produced 1962) * Kiss Me Now, Florence DeVore (Produced And Written, 1965) * We're Not Old Enough, Florence DeVore (Produced And Written, 1965) * The Guy Next Door, Florence DeVore (Produced And Written, 1966) * That Tangerine, The Troys (Written, 1966) * Up To Now,
Trini Lopez Trinidad López III (May 15, 1937 – August 11, 2020), known as Trini Lopez, was an American singer and guitarist. His first album included a cover version of Pete Seeger's " If I Had a Hammer", which earned a gold disc for him. His other ...
(Written, 1967) * Gotta Fit You Into My Life, The Troys (Written, 1967) * I Can Feel Him Slipping Away, Mamie Lee (Written, 1967) *
Half As Much "Half as Much" is an American country song written by Curley Williams in 1951. It was recorded by country music singer Hank Williams in 1952 and reached number two on the ''Billboard'' Country Singles chart. Hank Williams version According to ...
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Sharon Redd Sharon Redd (October 19, 1945 – May 1, 1992) was an American singer from New York City. She was the half sister of Snap! singer Penny Ford. Life and career Redd was born on October 19, 1945, in Norfolk, Virginia, to Gene and Katherine Redd. Ge ...
(Produced, 1968) * Do You Want Me?,
Sharon Redd Sharon Redd (October 19, 1945 – May 1, 1992) was an American singer from New York City. She was the half sister of Snap! singer Penny Ford. Life and career Redd was born on October 19, 1945, in Norfolk, Virginia, to Gene and Katherine Redd. Ge ...
(Produced And Written, 1968) * I've Got A Feeling,
Sharon Redd Sharon Redd (October 19, 1945 – May 1, 1992) was an American singer from New York City. She was the half sister of Snap! singer Penny Ford. Life and career Redd was born on October 19, 1945, in Norfolk, Virginia, to Gene and Katherine Redd. Ge ...
(Produced And Written, 1968) * Since I Lost You,
Sharon Redd Sharon Redd (October 19, 1945 – May 1, 1992) was an American singer from New York City. She was the half sister of Snap! singer Penny Ford. Life and career Redd was born on October 19, 1945, in Norfolk, Virginia, to Gene and Katherine Redd. Ge ...
(Produced And Written, 1968) * Once You Understand,
Think In their most common sense, the terms thought and thinking refer to cognitive processes that can happen independently of sensory stimulation. Their most paradigmatic forms are judging, reasoning, concept formation, problem solving, and delibe ...
(Produced And Written, 1971) * It's Not The World, It's The People,
Think In their most common sense, the terms thought and thinking refer to cognitive processes that can happen independently of sensory stimulation. Their most paradigmatic forms are judging, reasoning, concept formation, problem solving, and delibe ...
(Produced And Written, 1972) * He Doesn't Love You, Florence DeVore (Produced And Written, 1972) * He's Got The Money Bags, Florence DeVore (Produced And Written, 1972) * It Takes A Lot Of Love To Love Me, Florence DeVore (Produced And Written, 1973) * Look Out, Florence DeVore (Produced And Written, 1973) * All That I Know, The Bobby Susser Generation (Produced And Written, 1982) * All Roads Lead To Home, The Bobby Susser Singers (Produced And Written, 2008) * America, The Bobby Susser Singers (Produced And Written, 2009) * Dancing In The USA, The Bobby Susser Singers (Produced And Written, 2010) * Smiling Face, The Bobby Susser Singers (Produced And Written, 2012) * Any Time Of Day, The Bobby Susser Singers (Produced And Written, 2013) * The Wo Wo Song, The Bobby Susser Singers (Produced And Written, 2013) * Green Light, The Bobby Susser Singers (Produced And Written, 2018)


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