Other Writings

Before there were blogs, Barry began posting new songs, poems and stories here. Read additional writings by Barry or hear some unreleased songs by clicking on the links below.

Barry's First Story
written when he was eight years old

Chubby's Letter
Barry's dog wrote a letter to Dear Abby and the mailman...but no one ever wrote back!

Instructor Magazine
asked Barry to write an article for teachers on using music in the schools

On Fame and Juno
Barry writes about having his song in the hit movie Juno.

On Censorship
Barry writes about his experiences fifteen years ago and presents an author's view on banning books--and how it led to his TV show

Tireless Efforts
Why buy a place filled with old cars, rusty junk and tires?

An Eventual Obituary
Who gets to write their own obituary?

Eating The Cat
Learning Spanish was always hard

Soup
A simple poem Barry wrote for a family member... but of course its about something more than just soup!

Gene Weingarten's Song Challenge
The humor columnist for The Washington Post challenged Barry to write a children's song on a topic he'd pick...and then published the lyrics in his column.

Old McDonald Had A Farm
A song Barry wrote for Gene Weingarten's humor column that didn't get used.

I Ought To Know Jack
Lyrics and music to Barry's unreleased song. This is based on a great song by folksinger Jack Hardy, but more of a kids version. Sort of.

Tushie
Another unpublished song by Barry...but this one you really have to listen to!

I Am a Cookie
Barry's daughter wrote her first song when she was only two years old. It was funny enough that Barry decided to record it!