"The Zinghoppers play music in a developmentally appropriate manner with an emphasis on participation - Jack and Kitty are true experts in reaching children."
(Parents and Educators Monthly, Redding, CA)

"Few children’s musicians seem to devote so much time, energy and enthusiasm to making kids happy as Conductor Jack and his band of animal friends the Zinghoppers do."
(Tim Boswell, ECFE Director, Phoenix, AZ)

"Jack and Kitty Norton have created an uplifting show for children with songs that are both educational and exciting. This dynamic husband and wife team have a clear respect for the child as a whole person and never underestimate the value of quality and musicianship."
(Karen Preston, elementary school principal, Scottsdale, AZ)

"...the audience had a great time and will remember your performance for a long time. Is is individuals like you and your troupe who put together quality, informative programming for children, that give hope and guidance for their future. Learning is fun and you exemplify that statement."
(Jeanne Michie, director, Miami Memorial Library, Miami, AZ)

"In this fast-paced, digitally-driven age The Zinghoppers clearly think it’s important to mix cutting edge technology (keyboards, turntables, and computers) with real, organic folk instruments played by real musicians. At their live show kids get to see, hear and touch acoustic guitars, banjos, ukuleles, mandolins and homemade instruments such as the washboard, jug and a set of tuned bike horns."
(Arizona Parenting Association Newsletter, Tucson, AZ)

"Their shows create a positive message while educating children."
(The Wrangler News, Tempe-Chandler, AZ)

"My son loved your show, he's been talking about it all day - thanks for devoting your musical lives to entertaining children!"
(Cindi C., parent, Surprise, AZ)

"You are so good with children - everything a kid's musician should be: gentle, funny, patient and understanding. Our family loved the show!"
(Tammy Y., parent, Chandler, AZ)

"We were worried about taking our son Jon - who is six months - to the same show our eight year old daughter Vanessa wanted to see...but I think he liked it as much as she did. And you kept him from crying for the entire hour!"
(Peg W., parent, Phoenix, AZ)

"The genuine warmth, kindness and excitement you have for children's music is infectious...thank you so much for an amazing family event!"
(Dan L., parent, Flagstaff, AZ)

"My daughter is in love with Penelope The Possum - she insisted we buy a yellow dress and last week I surprised her with dancing lessons...she’s thrilled because now she can be "just like Penelope"...thanks again for a great show!"
(Shannon A., parent, Sedona, AZ)

"My son loves your train whistle!"
(Mike G., parent, Prescott, AZ)

"I love you Penelope."
(Jasmine, age 4, Chandler, AZ)

"You’re pretty, Penelope."
(Kelli, age 7, Surprise, AZ)

"Conductor Jack is funny."
(Ryan, age 5, Tucson, AZ)

"Olo is very handsome."
(Britney, age 3, Surprise, AZ)

"Coconuts is funny and I think she’s a good hopper."
(Rhianna, age 5, Carefree, AZ)

"I love the Zinghoppers because they are funny and they sing good."
(Glenn, age 6, Anthem, AZ)