Just for Kids Just for Presenters: Outreach Programs How jeff Got His Groove Back FAQs © 2008 Imani Winds		THE CHARACTERS (in order of appearance) SMITH - THE NARRATOR Not much is know about Mr. Smith, except for the common knowledge that he worked for the government in the computer technology department for many years. To this day, Smith's origin remains a mystery. MRS. SCHMEEDLE Elementary School teacher Eleanor Scmeedle, is the Executive Director of the Education Company of Unseen Musical Instruments. She is not only an avid invisible keyboard player, but also an expert waterskier. JEFF - OUR STORY'S HERO Jeff is a little orphan boy who was discovered sitting by himself in a cabbage patch by a old couple who lived in a shoe. They allowed him to attend the local public school system and it was there he was given the french horn to play in band. Jeff is the hero of this story. THE MEAN OLD WITCH - THE VILLIAN Born and raised in Witchita, Kansas, Mean Old Witch (a.k.a. Grace Loveless) is an amateur bassoonst in search of a new groove. Her hobbies include bellydancing and cooking Tibetan cuisine. THE OPERA-RATOR Recently finishing her debut album, "411", the acclaimed opera-rator now lives in New York City with her cat, and can be seen starring in the Off-Broadway Show,"Momma, Who's Callin' Me?" THE BLUES MINISTER As the daughter of a sharecroppin - harmonica playing plumber, The Blues Minister received her blues training early through the Well School of Music. With the help of her band, she finds and advises those in need of believing in themselves. CAPTAIN ZHOOP, PRIVATE WONK, WINK & DIDDLE-DIDDLE As a team, Ima Zhoop, Urah Wonk, Zack Wink, and Heyward "Hey" Diddle-Diddle are the unstoppable marching force. They have won numerous awards in the areas of coordination and concentration. top of page