Animal Tales"Environmental messages? Definitely. Tired? Anything but. In 12 exceptionally well-produced original tracks, you just know this guy is having a ball with clever lyrics like 'My aunt ate too many vitamins, now she's hard to swallow.' An impressive roster of guest artists including Tom Chapin, Joanie Bartels and Bob McGrath join in the fun...from Dixieland to pop, rock to streetcorner a Capella. Even without the message, Animal Tales would be a worthwhile world to visit."
Los Angeles Parent Magazine

"This solo debut by Shontz truly stands out. Why? It's just plain fun. Shontz puts across his save-the-earth theme via infectious tunes, vivid lyrics, scads of jokes - and nary a shred of the much dreaded preachiness. A+" TV Guide: Parents' Guide to Children's Programming

"Beautifully arranged songs that encourage a caring approach to the
environment.
Sesame Street Parents Magazine

"Bill Shontz warms his original, environmentally correct songs about recycling, ecology awareness and conservation with friendly vocals, generous humor and sophisticated instrumentals. The multi-talented
performer adds his own contributions on clarinet, saxophone, flute and pennywhistle to synthesizers, piano, trombone, guitar and trumpet accompaniment."Los Angeles Times