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JED

Uncle Jed's Barbershop book cover

“JED” is a new family musical based upon the Coretta Scott King Award-winning book and Reading Rainbow favorite, “Uncle Jed’s Barbershop” (option secured), written by Margaree King Mitchell and illustrated by James Ransome.

Book by Cheryl Davis (click for more information)
Cheryl Davis, script writer of Promise, a musical based on Uncle Jed's Barberhsop
Music and Lyrics by David Wohl

Margaree King Mitchell, Author of the underlying book, “Uncle Jed’s Barbershop”:
I absolutely loved it! Seeing the characters I created come to life is simply amazing. The songs draw you into the story from the very beginning. I laughed! I cried! If you loved the book, you must see the show! You will love the show even if you haven’t read the book!

Synopsis           Development History        Song Samples

OVERVIEW OF “JED”

In 1962, Sarah Jean Carter leaves Detroit and her secure but dead-end job at a bank to return to her childhood home in Arkansas because her beloved elderly Uncle Jed has fallen ill. She finds herself torn between her determination to escape back North ASAP and her stubborn Uncle and his dream of building his own barbershop. The show goes from 1928, when child Sarah Jean tags along with ambitious and entrepreneurial Jed, to 1962, when she is a woman who dismisses the importance of dreams. Jed and Sarah Jean push each other and their relationship to the breaking point, as each one stubbornly insists they know what is best for the other. Ultimately, they create a path forward together, one that opens up new possibilities for their family and others in their community, and that brings new life to their old dreams.

Synopsis          Song Samples

DEVELOPMENT HISTORY

2021 Rensing Center, writing residency
2020 Reading, New York, sponsored by The Farm
2019 Ragdale Writers Retreat, Finalist
2019 Rhinebeck Writers Retreat, Finalist
2018 Virginia Center for the Creative Arts, writing residency

Synopsis        Song Samples

SELECTED SONGS

Have I ever told ya ’bout my barbershop? (Jed and child Sarah Jean)— excerpt

https://www.davidwohlmusic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/2-Have-I-Ever-excerpt.mp3

One Penny More (Amos, Jed’s brother)— excerpt

https://www.davidwohlmusic.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/One-Penny-excerpt.mp3

Twyla’s Heart (Twyla and Jed)

https://www.davidwohlmusic.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/3-Twylas-Heart.mp3

Whatcha gonna do? (Sarah Jean, Twyla, and Women)— excerpt

https://www.davidwohlmusic.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Whatcha-excerpt.mp3

I got nothing to say to you! (Sarah Jean and parents)— excerpt

https://www.davidwohlmusic.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/I-got-nothin-to-say-excerpt.mp3

A note I haven’t hit in a while (Twyla)— excerpt

https://www.davidwohlmusic.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/A-Note-excerpt.mp3

 Enough! (Jed)— excerpt

https://www.davidwohlmusic.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Enough-excerpt.mp3

Try again (Rachel, Twyla, and Sarah Jean)

https://www.davidwohlmusic.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Try-Again.mp3

 Synopsis           Development History        

About David

David brings 25 years experience in the music industry, specializing in performing, music directing, composing, arranging, creative consultation, and expert music instruction. Learn more...

Testimonials

David Doyle

The music was the perfect touch that nicely wrapped this pretty package of a show...A 1940s Radio Christmas Carol was just the thing I needed to stoke the holiday embers of my once-cold Christmas heart.

David Doyle
Reviewer, Edge:New York.com

Colleen McGuire

I am SO lucky to have had David as the solo piano player during my ceremony and his ensemble for the reception...He made our wedding!

Colleen McGuire
Wedding Bride

Gina DeBell

You have a beautiful talent. Thank you for sharing it with us!

Gina DeBell
Recreation Coordinator, City of Loveland

Kathy Ledger

You are a true professional in every aspect, as well as an exceptionally nice person.

Kathy Ledger
Event Planner

Parents of a teenage student

We feel so fortunate that our son has been able to work with David. He truly listens to our son and meets him where he is at musically, while challenging him to see new ideas and options.

Parents of a teenage student

Melinda Soble

David’s ability to work with different scripts, and to improvise in different styles, was impressive and far-reaching.

Melinda Soble
TV Producer

Darryl Lamb

David is an outstanding musician and a superb teacher.

Darryl Lamb
Piano Student

Katherine W. & Robert P.

David was the perfect choice for our ceremony and reception at the Denver Botanic Gardens.

Katherine W. & Robert P.
Bride and Groom

Brian Doubleday

David remained extremely sensitive to our needs, while exhibiting tremendous musical versatility and virtuosity.

Brian Doubleday
TV and Film Producer

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