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Innovative Music Making with 100% Toy Instruments and Other Household Items
2008 San Francisco Bay Guardian Best of the Bay Singer Songwriter releases “Toy Music”

San Francisco, CA – December 13, 2008 – A little creativity and resourcefulness can go a long way in the life of a musician. Curt Yagi, a San Francisco-based singer/songwriter, announced the release of a “toy” version of his single “Rise Up” available on YouTube. The song was recorded with all toy instruments, a few household items and a bit of creativity to make an upbeat, family-friendly pop song.

“For some reason when I perform my music, kids always seem to start dancing,” says Curt. “I thought, why not record a song using instruments that would appeal to kids? While I know kids will enjoy the song, my fans appreciate what I have done.” So far, the response has been positive.

To create his work, Curt used the following instruments found at toy stores, second hand shops and his home:

- Melissa and Doug toy piano
- Barbie flute
- Toy tambourine
- Toy ukulele
- Toy guitar
- Bowl covered in plastic wrap
- Hand claps

To view “Rise Up” visit http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I3pAuvlnQkw.

About Curt Yagi
Voted the 2008 Best of the Bay Singer Songwriter by the San Francisco Bay Guardian, Curt Yagi is causing a stir in the Bay Area and has played at various venues including Bill Graham Civic Auditorium, the Herbst Theater and The Fillmore. A multi-instrumentalist (guitar, bass, piano) in various bands, Curt decided to take a lead role in music and currently performs with his band (The People Standing Behind Me) throughout the Bay Area. The genre of his music is difficult to pinpoint, but many say his style is something they could envision waking up to on a sunny, Sunday morning. With well thought out lyrics and an open vibe, Curt will take you on a journey through his life experiences and leave you wanting more. To learn more, be sure to visit www.curtyagi.com.