Eric Nagler facts for kids

Eric Nagler was born on June 1, 1942, in Brooklyn, New York. He is an American musician and television star. Eric is best known for his work on Canadian children's TV shows. These include The Elephant Show and Eric's World.

Eric Nagler's Life Story

Eric Nagler was born in Brooklyn, New York. His parents, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Nagler, were both schoolteachers. Eric started his career as a folk musician in the United States. He performed in the famous Greenwich Village folk scene.

In 1966, Eric marched with Martin Luther King Jr. in Mississippi. He helped encourage people to sign up to vote. In May 1968, he married Martha Beers, who was also a musician.

Eric studied at Queens College and Albany State University. He earned a Master's degree in child psychology. He worked for the New York Department of Education. There, he taught children with special needs.

Eric and Martha moved to Toronto, Canada, in 1968. They did this because they did not want to join the army during the Vietnam War. This was due to their personal beliefs. In Canada, Eric worked as a psychologist. He also started working on a higher degree at the University of Toronto.

In 1972, Eric went back to the United States. He had to go to court for not joining the army. He was found not guilty. Around 1971, Eric and Martha owned a music store in Toronto. It was called the Toronto Folklore Centre. Later, they moved to a cabin in Ontario. They toured together as a folk music duo. Eric and Martha divorced in 1977. Since 1991, Eric has lived with his partner Diana Buckley. They live in Mulmur, Ontario, near Shelburne. This area is known for its Annual Canadian Championship Fiddling Contest.

In the 1970s and 1980s, Eric played music on albums by Sharon, Lois & Bram. He also toured with the popular music trio. He was a regular guest star on The Elephant Show. This show started in 1984. From 1991 to 1996, Eric starred in his own children's TV show. It was called Eric's World. This show was shown on Canadian TV networks.

Musical Instruments

Eric Nagler plays many different instruments. He often uses instruments that are homemade or unusual. This style of music is called skiffle.

Awards and Achievements

Eric Nagler has received several awards and nominations for his music:

• 1983: His album Fiddle Up a Tune was named a Notable Children's Recording. This award is from the American Library Association.
• 1986: He was nominated for a Juno Award for Best Children's Album. This was for his album Come On In.
• 1990: He received another Juno Award nomination for Best Children's Album. This was for Improvise with Eric Nagler.
• 1994: He was nominated for a Juno Award again for Best Children's Album. This time it was for Can't Sit Down.
• 1995: His album Eric's World Record was nominated for a Juno Award for Best Children's Album.

Eric Nagler's Music Albums

Here are some of the albums Eric Nagler has been a part of:

• 1971: He helped with the album High Winds, White Sky by Bruce Cockburn.
• 1973: The Gentleness in Living (Swallowtail)
• 1977: A Right and Proper Dwelling (Philo)
• 1982: Fiddle Up a Tune (Elephant)
• 1985: Come On In (Elephant)
• 1989: Improvise with Eric Nagler (Oak Street/Rounder)
• 1992: Can't Sit Down
• 1994: Eric's World Record

TV Shows and Movies

Here are the TV shows Eric Nagler has been in:

• 1984–1989: The Elephant Show
• 1990–1995: Eric's World