Richard Perlmutter
Richard Perlmutter is the creator, lyricist and featured performer of Beethoven's Wig, one of the most honored series of recordings in family music with over 50 awards, including 4 GRAMMY Award Nominations, 5 Parents Choice Awards, and 4 Notable Recording Designations by the American Library Association. Perlmutter has also more»
History
Some years ago, Richard Perlmutter toyed with the idea of writing lyrics to masterpieces of classical music. While humming Beethoven’s 5th Symphony, the words “Beethoven’s Wig is very big” popped into his head. With that spark of inspiration, Beethoven’s Wig was born. The first Beethoven's Wig album, Sing Along Symphonies, more»
Smiley Guy Studios Animations
Smiley Guy Studios is Beethoven's Wig's partner in the creation of the Beethoven's Wig Live Action/Animated Stage Show. Founded in Toronto in 1998 by Jonas and Jeremy Diamond, Smiley Guy Studios has produced television shows, films and commercials, and has won numerous International Film Festival Awards and an International Digital more»
Awards
Music AwardsGrammy Award Nomination: Best Musical Album for Children (2002, 2004, 2006, 2008) American Library Association Notable Recording (2003, 2005, 2009, 2012)ALA Booklist, Editor's Choice (2002, 2004, 2008)Parents Choice Award (2003, 2005, 2007, 2009, 2012)NAPPA Award (2002, 2004, 2006)Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Platinum Award (2003, 2005, 2009) Film Advisory Board Award more»