and Kathy Hawkins
Cohezion Communications
If you have children, you've undoubtedly seen the ubiquitous Signing Time videos around town. But were you aware that the international phenomenon that teaches children of all abilities American Sign Language is actually based in Utah? Signing Time is produced, filmed, directed, and distributed from the Midvale location of "Two Little Hands Productions". The shows have received numerous awards, including Emmy and Telly Awards, as well as the prestigious Parents' Choice.
Rachel De Azevedo is the dynamic host of the program, which uses music as a tool to teach ASL to children of all abilities. In fact, 90% of Signing Time consumers are hearing children. Sign Language can be used with small children for communication before they are even able to verbally communicated.
Two Little Hands is owned by the prestigious musician/composer/producer Lex De Azevedo. He was a musical director for the Jackson 5, The Osmonds, The Sonny and Cher Show, and Michael Jackson. he has composed scores for Hollywood productions including The Red Fern and the Swan Princess, for which he was nominated for a Golden Globe for his song "Far Longer than Forever." He has also produced albums for Capitol Records. For more information or to purchase any of the Signing Time series of DVD's visit www.signingtime.com.
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