Sharon, Lois & Bram - wikipedia Sharon, Lois & Bram This is the latest accepted revision, reviewed on 20 October 2018. Sharon, Lois & Bram Sharon, Lois & Bram - 1994 Background information Origin Toronto, Ontario, Canada Genres Family Musical Instruments Sharon : vocals, piano, guitar Lois : piano, autoharp, vocals Bram : guitar, banjo, vocals Years active 1978 ( 1978 ) -- Present ( Present ) Labels Elephant, A&M, Drive Entertainment, Skinnamarink Entertainment, Casablanca Kids Inc. Associated acts Eric Nagler, Raffi, Fred Penner Website sharonandbram.com www.sharonloisbram.com Members Sharon Hampson Bramwell `` Bram '' Morrison Past members Lois Lilienstein Sharon Hampson Born Sharon Trostin ( 1943 - 03 - 31 ) March 31, 1943 ( age 75 ) Toronto, Ontario, Canada Nationality Canadian Lois Lilienstein Born Lois Ada Goldberg ( 1936 - 07 - 10 ) July 10, 1936 Chicago, Illinois, U.S. April 22, 2015 ( 2015 - 04 - 22 ) ( aged 78 ) Toronto, Ontario, Canada Nationality American Bramwell `` Bram '' Morrison Born ( 1940 - 12 - 18 ) December 18, 1940 ( age 77 ) Toronto, Ontario, Canada Nationality Canadian Sharon, Lois & Bram ( also known as Sharon, Bram & Friends or Sharon & Bram ) are a Canadian music group founded in Toronto, Ontario, 1978. The group 's original lineup consisted of Sharon ( née Trostin ) Hampson, Lois Ada ( née Goldberg ) Lilienstein, and Bramwell `` Bram '' Morrison. Contents 1 Group formation 2 History 2.1 Lois ' death 3 UNICEF spokespersons 4 Discography 5 Filmography 6 Television awards 6.1 Sharon, Lois & Bram 's The Elephant Show 6.2 Candles, Snow & Mistletoe 7 References 8 External links Group formation Sharon Hampson, Lois Lilienstein, and Bram Morrison began their singing careers as individuals, and met while performing for the `` Mariposa in the Schools '' program. The three performers quickly discovered that they shared a common philosophy about creating quality music for people of all ages. In 1978, with $20,000 borrowed from family and friends, they recorded their first album One Elephant, Deux Éléphants, released by Elephant Records and distributed by A&M. The folk - style album, with its eclectic musical mix, became one of the fastest - selling children 's albums ever produced in Canada. The group began touring Canada in 1979, in The Greatest Little Touring Super Show, and in 1980 appeared in the United States at the Lincoln Center Out - of - Doors Festival, in New York City. The group had a diverse musical sound and themed songs which included folk songs, school yard chants, pop tunes, camp songs, singing games, rounds, and nonsense rhymes that were performed in diverse styles such as jazz, swing, calypso, rock'n roll, country, and folk. Their music was for families and leaned heavily towards participation and sing - along styles. This style was further developed in their television program, The Elephant Show, which began airing on CBC in 1984. The trio have done many tributes to The Andrews Sisters throughout their career, such as `` The Radio Show '' episode. Producer Bill Usher contributed to their singing style. Usher was looking for a more energetic twist to children 's music and a shift away from the previous traditional folk style. He sought out songs that drew upon various musical styles, such as rock'n roll, Broadway, and calypso. Sharon, Lois & Bram 's appeal crossed a variety of demographics. History During the 1980s, the trio starred in The Elephant Show on CBC. The series was later aired in reruns on the U.S. cable network Nickelodeon, through 1995. Each 30 - minute installment featured episode - length storylines, in addition to songs and sketches, featuring the trio alongside a human - sized elephant puppet and children 's entertainer, Eric Nagler. Special guests, which included Louis Del Grande, Jayne Eastwood, Andrea Martin, Kate and Anna McGarrigle, Murray McLauchlan, Ann Mortifee, Fred Penner, Jan Rubeš, Sneezy Waters, The Nylons, The Shuffle Demons, and many more, also appeared on each 30 - minute episode. A second series, titled Skinnamarink TV, featured a different format and two new puppet characters. The series ran for 52 episodes on the CBC in Canada and The Learning Channel in the USA from 1997 - 99. The group won the Juno Award for best children 's album for three of their albums : Smorgasboard ( 1979 ), Singing ' n ' Swinging ( 1980 ), and Skinnamarink TV Sing - along ( 1999 ). These three albums had record sales exceeding 100,000 copies in Canada alone. Three more of their albums achieved the same successful records sales : Mainly Mother Goose, In the Schoolyard, and Sharon, Lois and Bram 's Elephant Show Record. The group 's influence on children 's records extended beyond Canada, with their international sales exceeding 2.5 million dollars in 1991. Since 1988, Sharon, Lois & Bram have been members of UNICEF. They began by supporting the Trick - or - Treat for UNICEF campaign. In 1989, the trio were appointed National Ambassadors by UNICEF Canada. They were involved in events, education, and public service materials, special appearances and fund raising. In 1996, Sharon, Lois & Bram were appointed as spokespersons for UNICEF Canada 's 50th Anniversary Year Celebration. The 1994 White House Annual Easter Egg Roll & Hunt featured Sharon, Lois & Bram. The trio performed a concert in the Ellipse and were invited into the White House to have breakfast with President Bill Clinton and First Lady Hillary Clinton. In 1995, the trio was approached by Collective of Western Canada Planetariums and asked to produce a `` Laser Sharon, Lois & Bram '' multi-media presentation, so that children could be introduced at an early age to the solar system, by way of education through entertainment. Make A Wish with Sharon, Lois & Bram premiered in June 1995 for extended runs in Vancouver 's H.R. MacMillan Space Centre and Toronto 's McLaughlin Planetarium, which no longer exists. Also, in 1995, the song ' Old John Braddelum ``, from their album, One Elephant, Deux Éléphants ( 1978 ), appeared in the feature - film Billy Madison starring Adam Sandler. In 1996, Sharon, Lois, and Bram each received an Honorary Degree of Doctor of Humane Letters ( DHL ) from Mount Saint Vincent University in Halifax, Nova Scotia. In 2000, after her husband 's death and decision that life on the road was too hectic, Lilienstein retired from touring with the group, which from that point on often performed as Sharon, Bram & Friends ( friends referring to life - size animal puppets that appear alongside them ). Lilienstein continued to play benefit shows and record with the group. In 2002, the three were made members of the Order of Canada. The Chicago - born Lois was named an Honorary Member of the Order, as a non-Canadian. Video clips of the ceremony can be seen on Sharon, Lois & Bram 's 25 - year anniversary movie : 25 Years of Skinnamarink. In 2002, all three received the Canadian version of the Queen Elizabeth II Golden Jubilee Medal. In 2012, all three received the Canadian version of the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal. In 2005, Bram announced on CBC News that he had been found to have a benign tumor which was causing deafness in one ear. He underwent an experimental procedure to prevent further hearing loss. On November 30, 2006, Sharon 's husband, Joe Hampson, died. Joe had played with the folk group The Travellers for more than 40 years. Lois stepped in and performed with Bram during Sharon 's time of mourning. On May 4, 2008, Sharon, Lois & Bram reunited on stage at the Toronto Jewish Film Festival, for a rare performance featuring all three singers and a viewing of their 2004 concert titled `` 25 Years of Skinnamarink ''. In 2009, the trio received the Estelle Klein Award for their significant contributions to Ontario 's folk music community. Sharon, Lois & Bram received their award at the 23rd Annual OCFF Conference held in Ottawa from October 15 -- 18, 2009. The Saturday evening gala dinner on October 17 included a short video presentation of their life 's work. On Sunday, October 18, the OCFF continued its tradition of the award recipient being interviewed by Richard Flohil. In August 2012, Sharon & Bram appeared on Toronto 's morning news show CP24 to discuss their special guest appearance at the Ashkenazi Jewish Festival scheduled for September 2, 2012 at the Harbourfront Centre. The duo continue to tour and are currently represented by Jeff Andrusyk at JMA Talent. On May 10, 2014 in Toronto, roughly 2,000 people gathered for inaugural celebration and plaque unveiling for the official `` Sharon, Lois & Bram Playground '' located at June Rowlands Park in midtown Toronto. The playground was named in the trio 's honour after Toronto Councillor Josh Matlow put forth the proposal in the summer of 2013, which was later approved in January 2014. The ceremony consisted of a welcome by Matlow, followed by several musical numbers by Sharon, Lois & Bram and short words of congratulations from various key individuals throughout the trio 's career. The ceremony concluded with the unveiling of an elephant - shaped park sign. Lois ' death Crowd watching Sharon and Bram on stage at the 2017 Peterborough Folk Festival Sharon and Bram on stage at the 2017 Peterborough Folk Festival Lois Lilienstein ( born Lois Ada Goldberg on July 10, 1936, in Chicago ) died on April 22, 2015, aged 78, at her home in Toronto. According to her son David, the cause of death was endometrial cancer. In addition to David, Lilienstein is survived by her granddaughter, Tessa. Since Lilienstein 's death, Hampson and Morrison have continued to perform as Sharon & Bram. In 2018, Sharon & Bram announced a farewell tour. UNICEF spokespersons This section does not cite any sources. Please help improve this section by adding citations to reliable sources. Unsourced material may be challenged and removed. ( September 2015 ) UNICEF Canada appointed Sharon, Lois & Bram as spokespersons for its 50th Anniversary Year celebrations in 1996. Sharon, Lois & Bram joined UNICEF in 1988 supporting the annual Trick - or - Treat for UNICEF campaign. They were awarded the UNICEF Danny Kaye Award for their help in raising more than three million dollars that year in Canada. In 1989, Sharon, Lois & Bram were appointed National Ambassadors by UNICEF Canada, supporting UNICEF activities in Canada and around the world. They were involved in events, education and public service materials, special appearances and fundraising. Through their work, they have reached children, educators, parents, the media and heads of government. Sharon, Lois & Bram 's work for UNICEF continued through 1996. In their capacity as Anniversary Year Spokespersons, they were featured in UNICEF public service announcements and in special education materials for elementary schools, including a new song, `` Helping Hands '' written by Amy Jordan & Marc Sky to highlight the work of UNICEF. Discography Main article : Sharon, Lois & Bram discography Filmography Sharon, Lois & Bram Downtown Toronto ( 1979 ) Jungle Jam ( 1980 ) Sesame Street ( 1982 ) Today 's Special ( TV Series ) as Special Guests ( 1983 and 1985 ) Live at Young People 's Theater, Downtown Toronto ( 1983 ) Sharon, Lois & Bram 's Elephant Show ( TV Series 1984 - 1988 ) Sharon, Lois & Bram at Toronto metro zoo ( 1985 ) Sharon, Lois & Bram 's Elephant Show : Sleepover ( A&M Records Video ; 1986 ) Sharon, Lois & Bram 's Elephant Show : Treasure Island ( A&M Records Video ; 1986 ) Sharon, Lois & Bram 's Elephant Show : Back By Popular Demand - Live at Young People 's Theater Downtown Toronto ( 1987 ) ( A&M Records Video ; 1987 ) Sharon, Lois & Bram 's Elephant Show : Who Stole the Cookies ? ( A&M Records Video ; 1988 ) Sharon, Lois & Bram 's Elephant Show : Soap Box Derby ( A&M Records Video ; 1988 ) Sharon, Lois & Bram 's Elephant Show : Live ! In Your Living Room - Live at Young People 's Theater Downtown Toronto ( September 1984 ) ( A&M Records Video ; 1989 ) Sharon, Lois & Bram 's Elephant Show : Concert ( Cineplex Odeon Films Video ; 1989 ) Sharon, Lois & Bram 's Elephant Show : Volume 1 - Mysteries ( Cineplex Odeon Films Video ; 1989 ) Sharon, Lois & Bram 's Elephant Show : Volume 2 - Fairy Tales ( Cineplex Odeon Films Video ; 1989 ) Sharon, Lois & Bram 's Elephant Show : Volume 3 - Sports Days ( Cineplex Odeon Films Video ; 1989 ) Sharon, Lois & Bram 's Elephant Show : Volume 4 - Magic ( Cineplex Odeon Films Video ; 1989 ) Trick - or - Treat with Sharon, Lois & Bram : Children Under the Sun ( Unicef 1989 ) Sing A to Z ( 1990 ) / ( 1994 ) / ABC 's ( DVD 2003 / 2004 ) Sharon, Lois & Bram 's Elephant Show : Volume 5 - Trunk Troubles ( Cineplex Odeon Films Video ; 1991 ) Sharon, Lois & Bram 's Elephant Show : Volume 6 - Making News ( CFP Video ; 1991 ) Sharon, Lois & Bram 's Elephant Show : Volume 7 - Summer Fun ( CFP Video ; 1991 ) Sharon, Lois & Bram 's Elephant Show : Volume 8 - Animal Pals ( CFP Video ; 1992 ) Sharon, Lois & Bram 's Elephant Show : Volume 9 - Out & About ( CFP Video ; 1992 ) Sharon, Lois & Bram 's Elephant Show : Volume 10 - Elephant Tales ( CFP Video ; 1993 ) Sharon, Lois & Bram 's Elephant Show : Volume 11 - Elephant Chef ( CFP Video ; 1993 ) Sharon, Lois & Bram 's Elephant Show 1 ( Columbia House Video ; 1993 ) Sharon, Lois & Bram 's Elephant Show 2 ( Columbia House Video ; 1993 ) Sharon, Lois & Bram 's Elephant Show 3 ( Columbia House Video ; 1993 ) Sharon, Lois & Bram 's Elephant Show 4 ( Columbia House Video ; 1993 ) Sharon, Lois & Bram 's Elephant Show 5 ( Columbia House Video ; 1993 ) Sharon, Lois & Bram 's Elephant Show : Radio Show ( A&M Records Video ; 1994 ) Sharon, Lois & Bram 's Elephant Show : Pet Fair ( A&M Records Video ; 1994 ) Candles, Snow & Mistletoe ( 1994 ) The Elephant Show : Favorite Songs & Stories ( 1994 ) Sing Around the Campfire ( 1994 ) One Elephant Went Out to Play ( 1994 ) The Toronto Planetarium : Stars & Sun ( 1995 ) Sharon, Lois & Bram 's Elephant Show Volume One ( Malofilm Video - 1996 ) Sharon, Lois & Bram 's Elephant Show Volume Two ( Malofilm Video - 1996 ) Sharon, Lois & Bram 's Elephant Show Volume Three ( Malofilm Video - 1996 ) Skinnamarink TV ( TV Series 1997 - 1998 ) Skinnamarink TV : Op - Op - Opposites ( 1998 ) Skinnamarink TV : Friends Forever ( 1998 ) Skinnamarink TV : Let 's Play Make Believe ( Video ; 1999 ) / Make Believe ( DVD ; 2006 ) Skinnamarink TV : Runaway Rhythm ( 2000 ) Skinnamarink TV : A `` Fun '' derful Day ( 2001 ) TV Smarts for Kids : Part 1 ( 2001 ) Toddler 's Next Steps : ABC & 1 - 2 - 3 Songs ( St. Clair Entertainment Group - 2003 ) Toddler 's Next Steps : Animal Songs ( St. Clair Entertainment Group - 2003 ) Toddler 's Next Steps : Nursery Rhymes & Bedtime Songs ( St. Clair Entertainment Group - 2003 ) Toddler 's Next Steps : Playtime & Funtime ( St. Clair Entertainment Group - 2003 ) Toddler 's Next Steps : Silly Songs ( St. Clair Entertainment Group - 2003 ) 25 Years of Skinnamarink ( 2004 ) The Learn - To Collection : Favorite Children 's Classics ( 2005 ) The Learn - To Collection : Kindergarten Prep ( 2005 ) The Learn - To Collection 6 - Pack ( 2006 ) Television awards Sharon, Lois & Bram 's The Elephant Show Parents ' Choice Hall of Fame - Classics Award and Silver Honors Video for Preschool to Kindergarten, 1991 Ace Award Nomination - Best International Children 's Programming Series, 1990 Gemini Nomination - Best Performance in a Variety, Comedy or Performing Arts Show, 1989 National Telemedia Council Special Recognition Award - Excellence in Children 's Programming, 1988 National Telemedia Council Finalist - Best Performers in a Variety of Performing Arts Program or Series, 1988 Parents ' Choice Gold Award - Children 's Television, 1986 & 1987 30th Annual Intentional Film & TV Festival of New York Silver Medal - Television Entertainment Children 's Program, 1987 Parents ' Choice Gold Award - Remarkable Home Video, 1987 Candles, Snow & Mistletoe Gemini Nomination - Candles Snow & Mistletoe Best Children 's Program or Series, 1995 References Jump up ^ `` Jason Ankeny. 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Jump up ^ They had such enormous fun : Sharon & Bram bid farewell with final tour External links Sharon Hampson on IMDb Lois Lilienstein on IMDb Bramwell Morrison on IMDb The Canadian Encyclopedia article WorldCat Identities GND : 6138168 - 8 ISNI : 0000 0000 8484 1712 LCCN : n84167002 MusicBrainz : cccbf794 - f48c - 4a9c - bf5b - 0114a11ef247 NLA : 36049787 SUDOC : 175306729 VIAF : 121014210 Retrieved from `` https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Sharon,_Lois_%26_Bram&oldid=864819648 '' Categories : Musical groups established in 1978 Musical groups from Toronto Canadian musical trios Canadian children 's musical groups Canadian children 's musicians Juno Award for Children 's Album of the Year winners Members of the Order of Canada 1978 establishments in Ontario Hidden categories : Wikipedia pending changes protected pages Articles with hCards Pages using Template : Infobox musical artist with unknown parameters All articles with unsourced statements Articles with unsourced statements from September 2015 Articles with unsourced statements from January 2018 Articles needing additional references from September 2015 All articles needing additional references Articles with unsourced statements from June 2018 Wikipedia articles with GND identifiers Wikipedia articles with ISNI identifiers Wikipedia articles with LCCN identifiers Wikipedia articles with MusicBrainz identifiers Wikipedia articles with NLA identifiers Wikipedia articles with SUDOC identifiers Wikipedia articles with VIAF identifiers Talk Contents About Wikipedia Français Edit links This page was last edited on 19 October 2018, at 17 : 45 ( UTC ). 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Question: how long is the sharon and bram show
Answer: 30-minute