End the public nuisance

By Ogre
Published/Last Modified on Wednesday, July 9, 2008 6:12 AM CDT

Let’s see, how can I say this without coming off as an ogre? Is this the way it’s always going to be? It seems that every public function we used to enjoy is ruined by the screeching and caterwauling of a group who go by the name of Louisiana Kids. Not only is it bad, but the sound system is so loud no one can carry on a conversation. Most of the attendants are adults, particularly the veterans who are older in age. Isn’t part of this event intended to honor them? We used to enjoy this and other events, but no longer can with all this noise. My family used to like to attend the Rotary Club’s Red Beans and Rice Supper. We used to eat inside and visit with neighbors who we do not get to see that often. No more! We’re lucky if we can stand to pick up our food and retain our eardrums. Why do the organizers allow this nuisance? After all the hard work to plan and execute a function, it goes to ruin. I don’t blame the young people or want to hurt their feelings. It is the adults in this organization who exploit these children who should be ashamed of themselves.

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Fed up wrote on Jul 26, 2008 4:39 AM:

" Let's get back to the basic fact, singing is no where involved here. What has been defended here is the loudest ear spliting screeking ever heard by humans. It is not enough to say "off key". There's NO key. "

to please note wrote on Jul 24, 2008 5:55 AM:

" I have a friend who's child sings in that group and my friend does not force her child to sing. Her child loves to sing and she is pretty good at it. My friend also pays for everything her child needs. Her child has never asked for a donation or sold a raffle ticket her mom just buys them. Her mom however, has bought and donated money to other children from different groups and schools. You adults really do not know these parents or children very well. You should really stop insulting them. "

Please note wrote on Jul 23, 2008 9:16 PM:

" To “Other Group Director & others: The constructive criticism in these posts are NOT directed “toward children”. They are directed toward the adults who allow/force children to disturb the peace of other people, live vicariously through their children, and reap benefits from abusing these children! "

to guess what wrote on Jul 23, 2008 8:12 PM:

" There are many events in life we will not like. I just do not think we as adults need to be so ugly. Remember these are kids you adults keep insulting. Seems to me the mature ones are the kids. I have been to many events these kids have sang at and these kids are not that bad and so what if they are. They seem to enjoy what they do. I sure hope the organizers of events still invite them to sing.We all need to leave these kids alone. "

Other Group Director wrote on Jul 23, 2008 5:16 PM:

" To Onlooker: As the director of the other group...your insinuations as to MY group being behind all of this are COMPLETELY wrong. The "man" that you are speaking of is, as you said, no longer the director of our group and IF he is behind this (which I know nothing about) his actions and opinions have nothing to do with our group anymore. We completely support LA Kids and many of us are past members of the group. I would NEVER condone this type of behavior towards children. Please do not point fingers. "

Guess what... wrote on Jul 23, 2008 10:49 AM:

" To "Just in case you would like to know": You said, “If you do not like them just leave….”. This is a great suggestion and I think many people will do so. Then the host organization will lose participation AND MONEY!! When these organizations realize that their attendance has fallen off, they will make sure these piranhas will be no where around in the future. "

Just in case you would like to know wrote on Jul 23, 2008 7:20 AM:

" This group of kids are not the only group of kids asking for donations. I see kids ask for donations to help them go overseas for a school trip, kids ask for donation for band, football, baseball, etc. These kids have raised money for charity groups so why pick on them. They will be singing at a lot of events that yes they are invited to. If you do not like them just leave them alone. They are kids doing what they enjoy. Keep singing!!! "

ONLOOKER wrote on Jul 22, 2008 4:36 PM:

" It seems that there some sour grapes
out there aimed at the Louisiana Kids.
Perhaps it could be ????? The Daily Iberian should not be helping this other group maliciously attack under
the guise of this forum.
This type of behavior is childish and evil. If the other group is that jealous
maybe they should try joining the group
instead of attacking them. It is a well known fact that the former director of that group has neices in Louisiana Kids and has attacked them before. Why would the Daily iberian help this man? "

heard many times... wrote on Jul 22, 2008 2:44 PM:

" I have heard many times from different people that Louisiana Kids force their way to perform at different functions, fairs, and festivals. I have on a few occasions pulled into the parking lot at Lowes, and Wal-Mart, got back in my car and left because I did not want to listen to them. They cannot sing, or they sing inappropriate songs for their age. Also, I agree with other posts about them hounding you for a donation or buying something from them. "

Walking the straight and narrow wrote on Jul 22, 2008 9:10 AM:

" This is in response to the person who said being involved in Louisiana Kids keeps them out of trouble!

Anyone in the age range of 17-19 will know who I am speaking of...Just because the parents pay to have their child up on stage singing doesn't mean the child is not sneaking out, getting drunk and doing God knows what else...

It takes good parenting skills to raise a decent child---not telling them they can sing and be famous to have a good child! "

An ogre who is related wrote on Jul 22, 2008 8:48 AM:

" I remember for the Relay for Life at NISH last year--a resident of an apartment complex wrote in complaining of the noise and he was ridiculed...Now you know how he felt while trying to sleep!

Personally--I avoid events where the "kids" will be. The parents of these kids are fulfilling their own dreams and living through the kids.

I have 3 nieces who perform with them--sure we think they are cute--but truly--they cannot sing.

Please keep them away from the Gumbo Cookoff this year--it's my favorite event to attend!

4th of July was miserable! "

PATRIOTIC wrote on Jul 18, 2008 8:35 AM:

" Whatever happened to our sense of patriotism? Independence Day is supposed to be for all Americans to celebrate their freedom. I didn't realize it was just for veterens, business owners and senior citizens. You should rejoice and include all groups in the celebration of Independence Day. Negativity will only
tear a community apart. We should all support each other in whatever direction our lives take us. these children are our future teachers, nurses
doctors and leaders. Please support them, not try to destroy them. "

To the adults wrote on Jul 17, 2008 7:59 PM:

" It seems to me the only people bashing the kids are the adults. The kids show more class then you adults they have not responded to all the negative comments made about them way to go kids. Hang in their and keep singing never let anyone say you can't sing at a function you are invited to. I will be looking to see were yall sing so I can support yall! You adults should take a lesson from the kids they have gained my respect!!!! "

Look out wrote on Jul 17, 2008 1:43 PM:

" I sure hope the organizers of the 4th of July Celebration, the Rotary Club Supper, and all other event now see what the Louisiana Kids really think about them and the people who attend their functions. "

Cat out of the bag wrote on Jul 17, 2008 1:39 PM:

" To Disgusted, finally the supporters of the Louisiana Kids show their “true colors”!
Who are you calling “old biddy goats, know it alls and hard of hearing battle axes”? Are you referring to the senior citizens, the business owners, and the veterans who risked their lives to protect YOUR freedom? Just as was stated in an earlier post, it’s not just low class, it’s NO class! "

DISGUSTED wrote on Jul 17, 2008 10:00 AM:

" Knows the truth???????? You are totally fabricating everything you say! The only public nuisances are the horrid people that keep posting negativity on this forum. Why don't you get a life? I say end the true public nuisances. All of the old biddy goats, know it alls and
hard of hearing battle axes. Looking forward to hearing the Louisiana Kids at their next event. My family will be cheering you on. "

Knows the truth wrote on Jul 16, 2008 9:37 PM:

" LET US GET ONE THING STREIGHT!!! These kids are NOT asked to perform at public functions. They invite themselves by badgering those in charge of the events. Their advocates make event organizers’ lives miserable until they agree to allow the nuisance to appear. It has nothing to do with kids. It’s a matter of adults with an agenda threatening other adults, who happen to be in businesses and cannot afford to be badmouthed (like they “don’t support young people”). Now you know “the rest of the story”. "

LA KID FAN wrote on Jul 16, 2008 1:05 PM:

" To the negative people of Acadiana. For your information
The Louisiana Kids have only sung 1 time in the last two years at Walmart
and that was to raise money for Relay for Life. These kids are a few that are being taught to do the right thing in their community and you negative people are trying to discourage them. Shame on you.
I say more power to the kids.Keep on singing. More people in New Iberia should support these kids. But I guess
a forum such as this is for negative people only. "

RG_New Iberia wrote on Jul 16, 2008 12:46 PM:

" You people have to remember these children DO NOT invite themselves to these functions, fund raisers, etc. - The committee that holds these functions are the ones who INVITE these children to come perform. We had them sing at a fund raiser for a family member of ours - and NO they were not Carrie Underwood - but I think they did a pretty good job to say the least. Let these kids live their dreams - if they can't sing well so be it - you probably can't do alot of things right either but yet you still do them!! "

to answer the question wrote on Jul 14, 2008 8:01 PM:

" This kids are invited to these events. New Iberia is the only city that has insulted their youth. These kids have preformed all over the state and was well recieved. These children have won a great number of awards for their singing. They compete and are judge by qulifed people with musical backrounds. I sure hope this has not discourged any of them from doing what they seem to love. Keep singing a follower of Louisiana Kids! "

a mom wrote on Jul 14, 2008 6:38 PM:

" There is a difference between needing some coaching and just not being able to carry a tune. Continuing to encourage a child to sing in public when they really don't have the voice for it could crush them later when they figure out they won't be the next Hannah Montana. TV makes kids believe that they can be stars if they try really hard and want it badly enough. There are other positive things that kids can be doing besides singing. "

Question wrote on Jul 14, 2008 1:54 PM:

" Did these kids just show up and start singing at all of these events or were they invited? If someone approved them to be there - this should be focused at them. I've gone to many a festival where the band was horrible so we moved on. Let the free market work itself out - attendance will dwindle until the organizers figure out they need to get entertainment that appeals to the demographic of those who are likely to attend the event. Perhaps this singing group is mismatched with these events.
Doesn't mean they should stop singing. "

HAD ENOUGH wrote on Jul 14, 2008 12:21 PM:

" To "another concerned resident,"

Thank you! I couldn't have said it better myself! These kids do have a right to sing and show off their talent, but when it impedes on others having a good time, it is no longer their right. It is the fault of the organizers, too.

I have left Wal-mart and done my shopping elsewhere, when I get into the parking lot and hear that loud singing. If I want to be at a concert, I will buy a ticket and go to one. I don't want to hear one in inappropriate places! "

Another Concerned New Iberia Resident wrote on Jul 14, 2008 11:25 AM:

" The world is so “hostile” because of all the noise (boom boxes, illegal mufflers) and crude people (yelling, cursing, using fowl language). Compare this to the kids who love to skateboard. That’s a great sport and provides for a lot of exercise, etc… but it is wrong when kids do it on private property and the steps of public buildings. Imagine trying to drive down a street with skateboarders cutting in and out all over the road. Enough said. "

Grandparent wrote on Jul 14, 2008 11:14 AM:

" To Brittney and others: YOU MISS THE POINT! It’s great that these kid love to sing. I love to sing too (in the shower). Many suggestions have been offered in this forum. Rent the Sugarcane Festival Building or another venue, so you can perform for your friends and relatives. Just don’t impose yourself on people when they are trying to attend their usual events. It is also important for children to learn good manners, and its bad manners to intrude on other people. "

Seeker of happiness wrote on Jul 14, 2008 11:03 AM:

" All need to remember that even if your opinion is very strong on one side of this issue, there are those with equally strong opinions on the other. I agree that these kids do not have the right to sing anywhere - but they do have the right to sing anywhere they are invited. Beat up on the event organizers - not the kids. I'm sure they were just trying to provide a festive atmosphere. If there was no entertainment, this thread would be about how lame the event was. Being hateful about it doesn't help the event. Peace Everyone! "

Brittney wrote on Jul 13, 2008 9:18 PM:

" The people that are negatively criticizing these young entertainers need to get a life. I can see why the world is so hostile. You might want to become more educated about this organization before posting your negative comments. This organization gives children the opportunity to do something they love to do, and they should not be criticized for it. If you do not like it, then don't go to the places these children will be. I commend these young people and their parents for giving up their time for others. "

Lesson to be learned wrote on Jul 13, 2008 6:25 PM:

" Wow, kiddies. And what lesson have we learned today? That bullies come in all shapes, sizes AND age. I'm sure they eat plenty of rusty nails every morning for breakfast just to give them courage to insult what you do. My advice, keep on singing, baby, because you are doing something you love to do. I hope one day one of you will make it "BIG" and then these same ones that criticized you, will be on your bandwagon. Best wishes in climbing those mountains. "

Right wrote on Jul 13, 2008 2:12 PM:

" I surely hope that the organizers of these events take into account the entries in this forum and assure us that the so called Louisiana Kids or any other such group will not be included. "

Wants justice wrote on Jul 13, 2008 2:09 PM:

" NO “ED”!!! It is NOT their right to sing anywhere. There are law against disturbing the peace, loud noise, obscene behavior, and the like. If I had a “boom box” and continually ran it at public function, I would be made to shut it off or else be arrested. Why should we have to “walk away” from a community event which we usually have enjoyed, the 4th of July Celebration or the Rotary Club Red Beans & Rice Supper. That’s like saying we shouldn’t go to our favorite restaurant because there are rude people smoking inside. It’s against the law!! "

ed wrote on Jul 12, 2008 2:54 PM:

" Just to let all of you know. We do not push our kids to do this. This is something they want to do. So lay of the kids and their parents. Unless you have talked to a Louisiana Kid member or their parents you people do not even know what you are talking about. If you do not like the way they sing it is you right to walk away but, it is also their right to sing anywheres they are invited to sing so get over it. "

FYI wrote on Jul 11, 2008 7:51 PM:

" I don't suppport or bad mouth the Louisiana Kids, but I was ambushed at Lowe's one time (and I don't go there often). "

Just wondering wrote on Jul 11, 2008 12:47 PM:

" And, yes, I was in dancing and I was not very good at it, but it was fun and my friends were in it too. My mother didn't make me dance for money in front of strangers! These "stage parents" are probably doing more harm than good to their children. We all need to hear criticism sometimes, whether its good or bad. None of us are perfect and there is always room for improvement. How can these kids make it in the real world if they cannot listen to real critiques of their talent, or lack of? "

Just wondering wrote on Jul 11, 2008 12:45 PM:

" Just because they may not be able to sing anywhere and everywhere in public, doesn't mean these kids will turn to drugs and vandalism. It is the parents' responsibility to oversee their children and who they hang around with and what they do. I was raised by a single mother who worked full time and she knew all of my friends. She knew what time I came home because she was waiting for me. I knew to be wherever I said I was going, because she would go there to check up on me. That's a concerned parent! "

Just wondering wrote on Jul 11, 2008 12:43 PM:

" Why don't the parents and/or organizers of this La Kids group, get hired out to play fais do do's and things of that nature? Would anyone hire them at all? I too have been accosted at Wal-mart by their singing. If I want to hear amateur singing, I will watch American Idol. I don't want to hear it at public avenues where it is not warranted to be part of the activities, ie shopping at Wal-mart or attending a fund-raiser for a civic organization. "

Please note wrote on Jul 11, 2008 10:03 AM:

" To Frankie: I can’t believe you haven’t tried to go shopping at Wal Mart on a Saturday and been assaulted by the ear busting sound system of the Louisiana Kids or other group. The closer you get to the front door the harder it is to endure. Worse yet, before they can get into the store, customers are hijacked these kids parents demanding donations or trying to sell them raffle tickets. Additionally, I seriously doubt that these raffles are legal according to state law. "

LMAO wrote on Jul 11, 2008 5:54 AM:

" I guess the kids didn't make the baseball team, so now the parents are forcing them into the "arts". This shouldn't be allowed to happen. Who is in charge of screening the "talent"? No favors done here. I guess money sings louder than the off-key screechers. For the common good, do not expose the public to this kind of torture. What happened to NOT wantingn to make a fool of yourself or your children? Sad that thses kids are being made to believe they really can get somewhere. And, why does everyone think "louder is better"? "

Lets face it wrote on Jul 11, 2008 2:08 AM:

" This is the bottom line: The parent who allow or push their children to join these public nuisance groups are the same type of people who put their babies into beauty contests and put their little girls in pageants wearing makeup, seductive dresses and acting like sex pots . (Remember JonBenet Ramsey?) These people, who give Cajun country a bad name, are the reason New Iberia is such a laughing stock throughout the nation. They are not just low-class, they are NO-CLASS!! "

CC wrote on Jul 10, 2008 3:23 PM:

" Hello!!! You adults should not be insulting our youth for God sake. These are children. No one said you have to like them but to insult them SHAME ON YOU ADULTS!!!!!!! They were invited there. Leave those kids alone and get a life. "

Frankie wrote on Jul 10, 2008 1:22 PM:

" To the person who responded to me. Are you saying that you are shopping and these kids are in the store singing? I have not heard that one yet. I thought that they were only popping up at local social events. "

LA KIDS FAN wrote on Jul 10, 2008 11:30 AM:

" To Ogre, keep the posts coming. I'm sure that the Louisiana Kids organization appreciates the interest and free publicity that your posts are generating. "

Senior Citizen wrote on Jul 10, 2008 11:00 AM:

" Why is it always a choice? If we don't allow these kids to make noise and ruin our community events, then they will run the streets, sell drugs, and commit vandelism and other crimes. THIS IS BLACKMAIL!! We are forced to accept any nuisance in the name of supporting kids. If they were playing their stereos that loud they would be charged. "

Supporter wrote on Jul 10, 2008 8:51 AM:

" In response to the comment that the parents and organizers are getting freebies and making profit from these children singing. You obviously do not know what you are talking about. The organizers have spent a lot of money out of their own pockets for equipment and other things for these kids. When
the kids perform the parents are usually
the biggest financial supporters of an event. The majority of these kids are singing because it is what they want to do. Not what their parents want. "

Hey Frank wrote on Jul 9, 2008 10:18 PM:

" Frank says when we go to a little league game and a kid who has no skills strikes out do we tell him to quit. Frankie baby, please, pay attention. The only reason to be at a little league game is to watch little league baseball. People on here are complaining about going shopping or to an event for reasons unrelated to hearing attempts at singing. If I go to auditions for American Idol, then you can knock me if I complain about bad singing. Otherwise, I have a very valid complaint. "

Deborah C. White wrote on Jul 9, 2008 9:16 PM:

" What these young kids are trying to do is not make noise. In my book that is not considered noise. I have attended many events where there was music. Did not always like it but if I was there I had a choice to leave. Can't we consider the fact that this is a positive thing for our youth. Or would people prefer them selling drugs on the street corner. The arts is something positive. If anyone wants to know what noise is, come to my home...you will know the difference. "

Think before you speak wrote on Jul 9, 2008 3:11 PM:

" Orge- YOU SHOULD BE ASHAME - You say you didn't want to hurt these young peoples feelings -Who are you kidding -You meant to be mean!! did you think they would not get wind of your ugly comments, Unkind words can cause self doubt and lost of self confidence in our youth- NOT EVERYONE IS BORN A SINGER, BUT MOST PEOPLE CAN BE TAUGHT TO SING. You seem to have a lot of comments about our youth-what about the kids that are public nuisances- like the ones that drag the streets and vandalize other peoples property "

Simons Scowl wrote on Jul 9, 2008 2:16 PM:

" To Al Trautman, If these kids want to go on Nashville Star or American Idol, I am all for it. I choose not to watch those shows. But when I am trying to walk into a store, or go to some function for reasons OTHER than hearing people ATTEMPT to sing, that is a problem. You say they are working on their skills. Well my daughter just started taking piano lessons, and like all parents I am proud of my child. The diffeerence is, I am not about to subject the public to it. If she greatly improves, then ok. "

Frank wrote on Jul 9, 2008 1:21 PM:

" When you attend the little league game and the kid who couldn't get a hit to save his life comes up to bat and strikes out again, do we tell him that he's no good and should quit? No we encourage him to keep his eye on the ball and to keep on swinging. If these kids are annoying either don't go or bring some ear plugs, but keep on encouraging the kids, they'll get it someday. Their doing much better things than some other's are doing. "

Think about it wrote on Jul 9, 2008 12:59 PM:

" The bottom line is the community should be able to decide if they want to hear the "noise". To put them out in a public setting is asking for complaints, the price you have to pay for dealing with the public! I should have a choice if I want to hear it or not,just like I have a choice to go to a dance recital,concert,etc. This is a public forum people,you are not going to always like what you read! Get over it, if you want to be in the limelight you have to learn to deal with it. "

AL TRAUTMAN wrote on Jul 9, 2008 11:03 AM:

" The fact remains is that these kids are working on what they are doing. Not everyone will become a Nashville star but in the process, they are developing people skills. I really don't feel that negativity should be thrown at the kids OR parents. It's TOUGH work and I compliment everyone, both parents and the entertainers for doing the tough work that they are doing.

In the process, they are developing people skills that ultimately WILL PAY OFF IN THE FUTURE and also NOW! "

Another Concerned New Iberia Resident wrote on Jul 9, 2008 2:26 AM:

" Jodie's excuse was that we should accept this nuisance, "These kids do this because they love it...." I would love to do brain surgery. When would you like to go under my knife??? "

Super Ogre And Proud Of It wrote on Jul 8, 2008 9:44 PM:

" A store in town had this event, or something simolar a while back in the parking lot. MOST ANNOYING. For those of you in any organization that has events where this MAY happen, found out in advance and speak-up. I know 5 members of a group that has get-togethers, and they usually have a DJ and they complain amongst themselves because they find it hard to talk, but no one speaks up. The punchline? Some of them are on the PLANNING COMMITTEE!! To Jodie, sure they work hard, but annoying is annoying. "

Mary wrote on Jul 8, 2008 9:02 PM:

" What a crying shame that you adults have nothing better to do then bash our young children. If you do not like the way they sing then sit elsewhere. Main Street is a long street sit by the library then you won't hear them. These kids gave up their day to be there. I was there and enjoyed the children. At least they showed up the community band didn't and the person who was supposed to play taps didn't either. So next time if you do not have anything good to say about our young then just shut up. "

Looking for the Gorilla wrote on Jul 8, 2008 8:53 PM:

" I was not at the event and don't know if the singing was good or bad. It is what it is. Bless their little hearts. What I do know for sure is I don't want to run into that constipated gorilla. That has to be one mean joker........ "

Very disappointed wrote on Jul 8, 2008 8:46 PM:

" I was refered by someone to read these comments. Now I am sorry I did. I am very disappointed with the Daily Iberian for even allowing some people to make these comments about the youth of this town. Yea maybe everyone has the right to their opinion but to broadcast it in such a manner is just not right. Maybe these should get a life instead of worrying about others. "

Just cant believe wrote on Jul 8, 2008 8:41 PM:

" To everyone that posted the negative comments, and to the person who said they have left some events because of the singing. Well maybe ya'll should all leave or stay home in the first place because these events would better off without people like you. "

DMM wrote on Jul 8, 2008 8:35 PM:

" Here is to all the narrow minded people with negative comments about the Louisiana Kids--clearly a subject they know nothing about!!!! With all the bad things going on in this city I can not believe that are people who have nothing better to do with their time then do put down the children and their parents of this city. Maybe they need to educate themselves about this organization before they throw stones. These childre are being taught to do some positive with their lives, and give back to the community by giving of their time doing good. "

Ashley wrote on Jul 8, 2008 6:04 PM:

" I just can't understand why the person that wrote this would sink this low. Hello...you are bashing a bunch of children!!! Grow uup and get some dignity and, if that still doesn't work, try getting up on that stage instead. I promise you it's not as easy as it looks. However, it is very easy to stand there in the audience and insult the performers. Keep up the good work with that one. "

vocal coach continued wrote on Jul 8, 2008 3:41 PM:

" these kids gained their confidence from the experience of performing in public. p.s. thanks to all the businesses that allowed this! They have raised money for cancer patients, abused children, St. Judes and many other needy organizations. Id like to know just how much the selfish commentors on this forum have contributed in thier lives? oh, excuse me. its much easier to write a check! "

Senior Citizen wrote on Jul 8, 2008 1:43 PM:

" AK wrote: "7/4 event was fundraiser". NO IT WAS NOT!!! It was our communities 4th of July celebration. This angers me more than I can say. We should have been allowed to enjoy it as we used to in previous years. It is an insult to be subjected to this obnoxious noise! These parents and promoters are rude and self-serving. They think they have a “right” to impose themselves and their loud kids on the rest of the public. "

Jodie wrote on Jul 8, 2008 12:56 PM:

" I am the parent of a child that sings with another local group and am appalled at these comments. These kids work very hard and deserve praise for doing this. And yes some may sing off key now and then, but eventually they blossom into beautiful singers with the help of their vocal teachers and their fellow students. These kids do this, because they love it and the more places they are asked to sing, the better they get. No one starts off singing like Carrie Underwood right off the bat. Have a little patience. "

To Sing or Not to Sing wrote on Jul 8, 2008 10:40 AM:

" At least these kids are doing something positive with their lives which is more than I can say for a lot of the little thuggies that are hanging out in the streets dealing drugs and stealing anything of value. I've never heard this group before but I'd rather be in their company than the punks in my neighborhood. Maybe someone needs to volunteer to be their vocal coach and teach them the art of singing. "

This Is To Frank wrote on Jul 8, 2008 10:08 AM:

" Are you saying it is OK to do something that that is incredibly aggravating as long as it is not as aggravating as some other stupid thing? Sounds reasonable to me. "

To Sing or Not to Sing wrote on Jul 8, 2008 9:50 AM:

Dont want to sound like an ogre either wrote on Jul 8, 2008 8:53 AM:

" I know parents are proud of there children as I'm proud of mine but I only think it's cute if it's mine but when you host a public event some don't think it's that great. I have actually left because of the singing there. I don't want to sound horrible I know it may hurt some feelings but some just arent' good. I think it's great they are good kids trying to do a good thing but some parents should be honest to there children. It's not entertaining. "

karma wrote on Jul 7, 2008 11:42 PM:

" In defense of these children and parents I would have to say "To each his own" you know just like the old cliche "a face only a mother can love" well the same may hold true here. I'm sure these parents do not consider their precious children screeching or caterwauling. Just remember next July when you may be reminded by an untalented child (as you call them) that Halloween isnt until October!!! "

AK wrote on Jul 7, 2008 9:53 PM:

" Believe what you want, these kids do work hard. They don't get anything free. They have to fundraise to go anywhere and do anything they need to with their music. They do rent the sugarcan festival building for an end of the year performance. They attend events when invited just like the dance schools do at parades and festivals and the zoo, etc. These children do take singing lessons with trained teachers. Some whom graduated from U.L.L. majoring in music. 7/4 event was fundraiser for ill child not a fest! "

Frank wrote on Jul 7, 2008 5:34 PM:

" Ok, so maybe their not the next American Idol, but they could always be someplace else doing other things like wearing their pants down to their thighs, wearing their flat-billed Yankees cap backwards walking like a constipated gorilla, selling drugs as well as other things in the back alleys or at the end of their driveways.
If you can get past the screeching and screaming out of the tunes, I say their to be commended for their efforts. "

I must agree wrote on Jul 7, 2008 5:24 PM:

" I have to agree with this post,I have witnessed this same group several times.Yea it is cute to see young children perform but when you have undeveloped voices screaming it sounds real bad.I would just like to know how many freebes these parents received from exploiting these poor children,like money,trips,and anyting else they beg for?The parents need to be ashame of their selfish self. "

Sick of it too wrote on Jul 7, 2008 4:09 PM:

" It's not just like sending your child to dancing school, as mentioned on the local radio talk show. Dancing schools actually teach their students an art. This is done in a studio, and when they perform, it is done for their families and those who desire to see them. These Louisiana Kids obviously are not given any professional training. Plus, they impose themselves into other people's events. Why don't they rent the Sugarcane Festival Building, like the dancing schools do. That way only those who are really intersted will attend. "

Brian wrote on Jul 7, 2008 9:16 AM:

" I too would like to encourage our youth. However, are we really doing them a service by encourageing them when they are not talented? Would you keep pushing your kid to box, if he/she got their behinds kicked each time they entered the ring. Somebody needs to tell some of these kids singing isn't their thing. "

Sigh..Again wrote on Jul 5, 2008 2:56 PM:

" Here's a clue...most of the time, when people have a problem with an organization or business they deal with or patronize, they contact the owners/manager/leader of the organization/business and voice their concerns, rather than immediately jumping to posting an anonymous letter on the newspaper's internet forum. Contact the Rotary Club, and let them know you feel that there is a problem. Give them a chance to answer your question and/or resolve the problem before you take a shot at them on the forum. "

Parent wrote on Jul 5, 2008 2:10 PM:

" I’m just waiting for the parents of these kids and other bias and self-interested people to barrage this forum with posts of how great these kids are and how hard they work. Before you start, let me say that you are doing your children NO FAVORS by encouraging them to pursue an activity for which they have no talent. You may say that they do have talent, but it is not in muaic. The proof is obvious when they try to perform in public. "

Olge III wrote on Jul 5, 2008 1:57 PM:

" Count me in! Obviously, the parents are living vicariously through their children. I just wonder how much money the organization owners are making by exploiting these kids. "

Olge too wrote on Jul 5, 2008 1:54 PM:

" I guess you can call me an ogre too. My family also attended the 4th of July Celebration of which you speak. We wanted to leave within the first five minutes, but decided to stay in spite of the noise. I know what you mean by not wanting to hurt the feelings of the young people, but it is criminal for adults allow them to believe that they are headed for American Idol when they can’t even sing on key. Calling it singing is a quite a stretch. It’s really screaming into a microphone. "

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