Beautiful Ohio where the golden grain
Dwarf the lovely flowers in the summer rain
Cities rising high
Silhouette the sky

Freedom is supreme in this majestic land
Mighty factories, they hum in tune, so grand!
Beautiful Ohio, thy wonders are in view
Land where my dreams all come true

Winner of the 2005 Ohioana Library Association Citation Award
in music and education!

In honor of our great State of Ohio, songwriter/performer
Celeste Friedman, presents a special program of
Ohio stories and songs for all ages.

"O" Is for Ohio! is an award-winning musical-education program for schools and libraries,
supporting 4th grade proficiency tests in math, reading, science, writing and citizenship.

"O" Is for Ohio! is also offered in several formats for any age or group.
Senior communities throughout Ohio say "it's like a walk down memory lane!"

Celeste was chosen as one of the 50 songwriters from the 50 States in the USA to be a part of two compilation CD's, "All States All Stars" and "Operation 9/11/11", shipped to over 50,000 of our U.S. troops respectively in 2007 and 2009.
If you'd like more information and want to support our troops, please visit: Music For Troops.com!

Photo by Ken Van Dyne
Celeste Friedman
A Native Ohioan, Celeste brings you stories of Ohio's history, its famous inventors, eight U.S. Presidents from Ohio, the roots of Ohio's industry,
the Ohio State flag and symbols, as well as Ohio's role
in changing our nation and our world.
Celeste shares her original songs about the great Buckeye State . . .

Reflecting upon the Ohio River, as one of
the most important passageways of The Underground Railroad,
Ms. Friedman's "Big River" tells the story of
secret codes in song, leading the way to freedom.

Other originals, such as "The Children of Ohio"
and "Down By the Yellow Corn",
express the pure sentiment from this native Ohioan.
For corporate events and state functions,
Celeste also features our state song, "Beautiful Ohio".

"Friedman literally brings audiences to their feet, as they're greatly moved by her enthusiasm, singing and telling tales of Ohio's role in revolutionizing our nation and our world. Celeste Friedman is an true ambassador of the Buckeye State!"
. . . Hugh Rich, Mobile Broadband Network.

"O" Is for Ohio!
The music of "O" Is for Ohio is available on CD,
featuring a witty tune about our state symbols, "A Buckeye Is A Nut!",
along with "The Children of Ohio", "Down By the Yellow Corn" and "Big River".
This collection also includes "Beautiful Ohio" and "America My Home".
Attention teachers: A lyric book is also available!
Just click on the CD link "O" Is for Ohio CD's! to order yours now.

Other "O" Is for Ohio CD's:

"The Ladybug Celebrates Ohio"
A fun way to learn about the greatness of the state of Ohio at an early age.
Just for toddlers and pre-schoolers, the state insect is your tour guide!

"Ohio, My Inspiration"
This beautiful collection of originals from Celeste reflects her travels throughout Ohio, inspired by the people and places of the Buckeye state.

To learn more about Celeste Friedman's music and works as a singer-songwriter/composer
please visit her main website Songs For Charlie Music for the latest news and reviews.

Contact "O" Is for Ohio for rates and availability
at 740.364.1223.

Book your "O" Is for Ohio program now and join these folks
who are putting their county on the "O" Is for Ohio map!

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A Member of The Ohio Homefront Initiative

Created to ease the family burden while their loved one is serving overseas. We are proud and honored to offer our services in presenting the "O" Is for Ohio program at a discounted rate for those military families with children in Ohio's elementary schools.
For more information about The Ohio Homefront Initiative, visit their web site at:
On The Ohio Homefront