Jennifer and Josh came along, joining Jaime, Jonathan and Jason, or "the five J's," as they are called. Although Harry's storytelling songs became hits, he could write and direct in any medium. "He was a great father. Despite sluggish album sales since 1974's "Verities & Balderdash," the self-described "third-rate folk singer" still filled concert halls and clubs. Ten years after he died, Harry Chapin is still touching people. Over the course of the next 10 albums, Chapin covered a range of subjects, from Sniper, about infamous Texas tower shooter Charles Whitman, to a washed-up radio disc jockey in "W*O*L*D." His blockbuster "Cat's in the Cradle" was written, in large part, by his wife Sandy, whom he'd met while tutoring her in music in 1966. He treated his fans very well.". "In the beginning I thought I had to do it all," she said. St. Mary's College, Newburgh, NY (2 shows), March 6, 1977 Huntington High Schol, Huntington, NY (2 shows 2.00 & 8.00, with Kenny Rogers, to benefit PAF Playhouse), March 7-8, 1977 Secret Sound Studio, New York City, NY (RECORDING SESSION), March 9, 1977 Kirkland Fine Arts Center at Millikin University, Decatur, IL (2 shows), March 10, 1977 Loras College, Dubuque, IO, March 11, 1977 Denison College, Granvile, OH, March 12, 1977 North Central College, Naperville, IL, March 15, 1977 Brooklyn Academy of Music, Brooklyn, NY, March 16, 1977 Sienna College, Loudenville, NY, March 18, 1977 Kings College, Wilkes Barre, PA, March 19, 1977 Grand Opera House, Wilmington, DE (2 shows), March 20, 1977 Greenwich Catholic School, Greenwich, CT, March 22, 1977 Whiting Auditorium, Flint, MI, March 23, 1977 Murray State University, Murray, KY, March 24, 1977 Painter's Mill, Baltimore, MD, March 25, 1977 Bryant Colege, Smithfield, RI, March 26, 1977 Civic Center, Poughkeepsie, NY, March 27, 1977 Huff Gym at the University of Illinois, Champaign, IL (Solo. Chapin performed on Saturday night along with fellow new Elektra artist Carly Simon), February 2-6, 1972 Village Gate, New York City, NY (The Chapins, supported by Chelsea), February 12, 1972 Symphony Hall, Boston, MA (supporting Carly Simon), February 13, 1972 Veterans Memorial Auditorium, Providence, RI (supporting Carly Simon), March 31-April 2, 1972 Stonehenge, Ipswich, MA (supported by John Pousette-Dart), April 3, 1972 "The Dick Cavett Show" (with guests Madeline Kahn & Dennis Smith), April 5, 1972 Bitter End, New York City, NY, April 17-30, 1972 Mr. Kelly's, Chicago, IL (supporting comedian David Steinberg), May 20, 1972 The Capitol, Passaic, NJ (supporting Mahavishnu Orchestra), May 30-June 1, 1972 Bananafish Park, Brooklyn, NY (2 shows each day), June 2-4, 1972 My Father's Place, Roslyn, NY (with Ronee Blakley), June 5, 1972 "The Dick Cavett Show" (with guests Alan Arkin, Dick Gregory & Kenneth Tynan), June 8, 1972 JFK High School, Sommers, NY (in aid of Children's medical relief international with Carol Hall), June 28, 1972 "The David Frost Show" performing "Taxi", July 6, 1972 NBC-TV West Coast Studios, Burbank, CA (US TV "Tonight Show With Johnny Carson" performing "Taxi"), July 24, 1972 Valley Forge Music Fair, Valley Forge, PA, July 26, 1972 Wollman Skating Rink, Central Park, New York City, NY (Schaefer Music Festival, supporting Arlo Guthrie), July 31-August 5, 1972 Cellar Door, Washington, DC, August 3, 1972 NBC-TV West Coast Studios, Burbank, CA (US TV "Tonight Show With Johnny Carson" performing "Sniper"), August 6, 1972 Orrie De Nooyer, Hackensack, NJ, August 7-13, 1972 Paul's Mall, Boston, MA, August 17, 1972 Blossom Music Center, Cleveland, OH (supporting Bread), August 19, 1972 "American Bandstand" performing "Taxi" & "Could You Put Your Light On, Please", August 19, 1972 "The Midnight Special" (pilot episode performing "Taxi"), August 20, 1972 Aerie Crown Theatre, Chicago, IL, September 27-October 1, 1972 Bitter End, New York City, NY (supported by Aztec Two-Step), October 15, 1972 Central Park Band Shell, New York City, NY (Free folk concert to celebrate a tree planting in the park), October 20, 1972 Queen Elizabeth Hall, London, ENG (supporting Plainsong & Mickey Newbury), October 31-November 2, 1972 Bananafish Park, Brooklyn, NY (2 shows each night 9.30 & 11.30), November 13, 1972 NBC-TV West Coast Studios, Burbank, CA (US TV "Tonight Show With Johnny Carson" performing "Greyhound"), November 21-26, 1972 Troubadour, New York City, NY (with Hall & Oates), December 10, 1972 Alice Tully Hall, New York City, NY, December 14-17, 1972 My Father's Place, Roslyn, NY (2 shows each night), January 24, 1973 NBC-TV West Coast Studios, Burbank, CA (US TV "Tonight Show With Johnny Carson" performing "Better Place to Be"), January 26-28, 1973 Boarding House, San Francisco, CA, February 4, 1973 Alumni Memorial Gymnasium, Clarkson University, Potsdam, NY, February 6, 1973 SUNY Brockport, Brockport, NY, February 16, 1973 Opera House, St. Louis, MO, February 23, 1973 NBC-TV West Coast Studios, Burbank, CA (US TV "Tonight Show With Johnny Carson" performing two songs), February 23, 1973 Burbank, CA (The Midnight Special), February 23, 1973 College of New Rochelle, New Rochelle, NY, March 2, 1973 Casa Coffee House, Bronx, NY (2 shows 7.30 & 10.30), March 29, 1973 Foellinger Auditorium - University of Illinois, Urbana, IL, April 19, 1973 Harper College, Palatine, IL, May 4, 1973 Fairleigh Dickinson University, Teaneck, NJ (supporting Cheech & Chong), May 6, 1973 Rochester, NY ("The Hike For Hope" benefit concert), May 9, 1973 NBC-TV West Coast Studios, Burbank, CA (US TV "Tonight Show With Johnny Carson" performing "Mr. Tanner"), May 27, 1973 The Spectrum, Philadelphia, PA (WFiL Helping Hands Concert), August 25, 1973 University of Illinois Foellinger Auditorium, Urbana, IL, September 13-16, 1973 Al's Bar and Grill, Boulder, CO, September 20, 1973 NBC-TV West Coast Studios, Burbank, CA (US TV "Tonight Show With Johnny Carson" performing "They Call Her Easy" & "Song for Myself"), September 22, 1973 Montclair State University, Montclair, NJ, September 23, 1973 SUNY Moffett Center Gymnasium, Cortland, NY, September 28, 1973 Rochester Institute of Tech, Rochester, NY, September 29, 1973 University of Pittsburgh, Johnstown, PA, September 30, 1973 University of Wisconsin-Parkside, Kenosha, WI, October 2, 1973 University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY, October 3, 1973 Eastern Kentucky University, Richmond, KY, October 5, 1973 Bethany College, Bethany, WV, October 6, 1973 Pfeiffer College, Misenheimer, NC, October 10-15, 1973 Bitter End, New York City, NY (supported by Lori Jacobs & Billy Braver), October 16, 1973 Illinois State University Union Auditorium, Normal, IL, October 18, 1973 Delta Community College, University Center, MI, October 19, 1973 Norbert College, De Pere, WI, October 23-28, 1973 Great Southeast Music Hall, Atlanta, GA, November 1, 1973 Miami Dade Community College North Campus, Miami, FL, November 12, 1973 Memorial Hall, Chapel Hill, NC, November 16, 1973 Township Auditorium, Columbia, SC, December 15, 1973 Fordham University Ramskeller, New York City, NY, January 2, 1974 NBC-TV West Coast Studios, Burbank, CA (US TV "Tonight Show With Johnny Carson" performing "W.O.L.D"), January 25, 1974 Shakespeare Theatre, Stratford, CT (supporting Mt. "The organization almost fell apart after Harry died," Mr. Ayres said. She oversees Long Island Cares, which started under Harry as a local attempt to fight hunger, but which Mrs. Chapin has expanded to also fight discrimination. After his singing career took off, the family moved to Huntington which has been home to the Chapins ever since. Benefit for Democrat Senator Richard Lorber), November 3, 1976 Southeast Missouri State University, Cape Girardeau, MO (2 shows), November 5, 1976 Gusman Hall, Miami, FL (2 shows), November 7, 1976 Massey Hall, Toronto, ON (2 shows), November 8, 1976 Hamilton Place, Hamilton, ON, November 9, 1976 Clarkson College, Potsdam, NY, November 12, 1976 Avery Fisher Hall, New York City, NY, November 13, 1976 US Naval Academy, Annapolis, MD, November 14, 1976 Huntington High School, Huntington, NY (2 shows, with Pete Seeger & Steve Goodman benefit of P.A.F. In 1981, while on the way to another benefit, Harry's life was tragically ended in an automobile accident on the Long Island expressway. "But now I realize I can't spend every day fund-raising. Harry Chapin, a folk-rock composer and performer active in many charitable causes, was killed yesterday when the car he was driving was hit from behind by a tractor-trailer on the Long Island. With the steady acquisition of more sophisticated lighting and sound equipment, plus backstage support facilities, the theatre has come to attract major professional entertainers, adding still another dimension of stature. His father's name is Jim Chapin. Harry was was 38 years old at the time of his death and is buried at Huntington Rural Cemetery in Huntington, NY. Occasionally the digitization process introduces transcription errors or other problems; we are continuing to work to improve these archived versions. I saw him write a big H and then a scribble, and a big C and a scribble, and I started to mimic that., Harry, however, saw what I was doing, and very lovingly said, Hey, you turkey, you know how to write better than that. In North Carolina, Catawba College has established an endowed scholarship in Chapin's name for music students who show commitment to social activism and community service.Relatives say Chapin's relevance in the 21st century is both heartwarming and surprising. 38 were here. 2 shows 5.30 & 8.15), September 6, 1979 State University of NY, Farmingdale, NY, September 7, 1979 Club Casino, Hampton, NH, September 8, 1979 US Naval Academy, Annapolis, MD, September 9, 1979 Belmont Race Track, Belmont, NY, September 10, 1979 Villanova University, Villanova,PA, September 12, 1979 Warwick Music Theater, Warwick, RI, September 13, 1979 City Hall Auditorium, Portland, ME, September 14, 1979 Civic Center, Springfield, MA, September 15, 1979 E.Stroudsburg State College, E.Stroudsburg, PA, September 16, 1979 Stambaugh Auditorium, Youngstown, OH (Solo), September 19, 1979 Rockefeller Center, West Virginia Wesleyan College, Buckhannon, WV (Solo. "The fact that he's remembered by so many people and appreciated by so many people years after he's died is just sometimes very hard to believe. He was sharing a funny moment with his fans, as well as making me feel like it was a special moment between the two of us., In 1974, after a live concert on WLIR Radio, Harry spoke to the station about his combined role as a musician and activist. And when you stop to strut your stuff, my eyes go all afloat., Josh would appear onstage with his dad several times a year, usually during school breaks. "I have memories of falling asleep with a raincoat over me next to an amplifier. Born in New York City, Chapin grew up in Brooklyn Heights, and he and his brothers often played in this very park. Conditions of Use Share. Harrys millions of fans were in shock over the loss of a beloved, charismatic performer whose music and lyrics touched their hearts, and whose non-stop, almost obsessive activism for various causes inspired a generation. "When I was a committee chair, I didn't even want to give the committee report.". ", 'He saw hunger as the shame of America and he did something about it. In the film, Chapin's brothers recalled how unrelenting he could be, noting the family joke was: "Two's company, Harry's a crowd.". We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. In 1966 a great tradition was born in the town of Huntington: the Summer Arts Festival held its first concert on the steps of the Heckscher Museum. Cats in the Cradle was playing on the speakers, and I again just knew that something had happened. When they returned to the house, he said, My mother called me up to her bedroom, told me the news, and rubbed my back. Harrys philanthropic efforts continue through his eponymous foundation and via the WhyHunger organization, which Harry co-founded in 1975 as World Hunger Year. His widow and children remain involved in the causes for which he fought, and in 1987, Harry was posthumously awarded the Congressional Gold Medal of Honor. "I had such a fear of losing memories of him," Josh said. Help make Alexa smarter and share your knowledge with the world, Blog Jen Chapin holds son Van and photo of herself with dad Harry Chapin, pictured (r.) in 1973. "And I saw a car burning on the expressway. "At the end of a Bob Dylan song you say, 'That was great, what?' He seemed so nice. Harry wanted to bring all Long Islanders together.". Where did jeffrey dahmer live in milwaukee? (AP; News), In the music world, there are superstars and there are supernovas. She keeps me in line.". "Without question, you could feel he was wrapped in electricity and excitement. [2], She wrote poems and helped Chapin write songs for the television show Make a Wish. "In addition to an active music career, Chapin, a 1987 Congressional Gold Medal recipient, co-founded World Hunger Year (now known as WhyHunger), a grassroots community outreach organization that has raised close to $14 million toward ending hunger and poverty.Chapin's humanitarian influence doesn't end there. MINEOLA, N.Y. -- Singer-songwriter Harry Chapin's driver's license was revoked at the time he was killed in a collision on the Long Island Expressway in Jericho, state Motor Vehicle Department. John Denver/Date of death. I'll never move." I'm not self-sufficient.". But with the help of family and friends, we're doing more now then when he was alive. He raised tens of thousands of dollars for the Performing Arts Foundation, the principal theatrical group on Long Island, and mobilized the business community to support the arts. "He wasn't background music in any way. The concert was broadcast on the campus radio station WPGU), March 27, 1977 Brandeis University, Waltham, MA, March 28, 1977 Rose Arena, Central Michigan University, Mt. He was great with people, and he was a conversationist of great skill," adds musician Gordon Lightfoot. He was an hour late), June 10, 1976 Embassy Theater, Fort Wayne, IN, June 11, 1976 Starlite Musicals, Indianapolis, IN, June 12, 1976 McAuley Theater, Louisville, KY (2 shows), June 13, 1976 Hulman Center, Terre Haute, IN, June 15-17, 1976 Elektra Studios, Los Angeles, CA (RECORDING SESSION), June 18, 1976 San Diego Civic Auditorium, San Diego, CA, June 19, 1976 Merriweather Post Pavilion, Columbia, MD, June 21-24, 1976 Elektra Studios, Los Angeles, CA (RECORDING SESSION), June 25, 1976 Gusman Hall, Miami, FL (2 shows), June 26, 1976 Performing Arts Center, Saratoga, NY, June 30, 1976 Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville, IL (Mississippi River Festival), July 1, 1976 Norwich Rose Arts Festival, Norwich, CT, July 2, 1976 The Dome, Virginia Beach, VA (2 shows), July 3, 1976 Bicentennial Park, Newbern, NC, July 6-8, 1976 Elektra Studios, Los Angeles CA (RECORDING SESSION), July 10-11, 1976 Carrowinds, Charlotte, NC (2 shows), July 12, 1976 Temple Music Festival, Ambler, PA, July 17, 1976 Canton Memorial Auditorium, Canton, OH, July 18, 1976 Melody Fair Music Theater, North Tonawanda, NY, July 24-25, 1976 Greek Theater, Los Angeles, CA, August 2, 1976 Westbury Music Fair, Westbury, NY (2 shows), August 4, 1976 Wollman Skating Rink, Central Park, New York City, NY (Schaefer Central Park Music Festival), September 2, 1976 Pine Knob Music Theater, Clarkston, MI, September 3, 1976 Uni-Dome at Northern Iowa University, Cedar Falls, IO (Harry performed a solo concert at the opening ceremonies of the Uni-Dome. All Rights Reserved. Steve is Harry Chapin's younger brother and was his musical director during Harry's busy . Bob Newhart guest hosts), August 1, 1978 San Diego State University, Open Air Theatre, San Diego, CA, August 3-6, 1978 Westbury Music Fair, Westbury, NY, August 7-8, 1978 Temple Music Festival, Ambler, PA, August 10, 1978 Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville, IL (Mississippi River Festival), August 11, 1978 Ravinia Park, Chicago, IL, August 13, 1978 Melody Fair Mustheater, North Tonawanda, NY, August 15, 1978 Performing Arts Center, Saratoga, NY, August 17, 1978 Merriweather Post Pavilion, Columbia, MD, August 18, 1978 Ghost Town Park, Moosic, PA (2 shows), August 19, 1978 Snowmansion Inn, Ludlow, VT, August 20, 1978 Warwick Music Theater, Warwick, RI (2 shows), August 21-22, 1978 Cape Cod Melody Tent, Hyannis, MA, August 23, 1978 Central Park, New York City, NY (Dr. Pepper Music Festival), August 26, 1978 Grand Opera House, Wilmington, DE (2 shows), August 27, 1978 Hudson Valley Winery, Highland, NY, September 4, 1978 Yale University, New Haven, CT, September 5-6, 1978 Garden State Arts Center, Holmdel, NJ, September 8, 1978 Blossom Music Center, Cleveland, OH, September 9-10, 1978 Pine Knob Music Theatre, Clarkston, MI, September 23, 1978 De Pauw University, Greencastle, IN, September 26, 1978 Central Missouri State University, Warrensburg, MO, September 27, 1978 Hoch Auditorium, University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS, September 29, 1978 Civic Auditorium, Santa Cruz, CA (Benefit for Rep. Leon Panetta), September 30, 1978 Purdue University, Lafayette, IN, October 5, 1978 Bowling Green University, Bowling Green, OH, October 6, 1978 University Union Auditorium, Normal, IL (2 shows), October 7, 1978 Terre Haute Institute of Technology, Terre Haute, IN, October 14, 1978 Edinboro State College, Edinboro, PA, October 15, 1978 Slippery Rock State College, Slippery Rock, PA, October 16, 1978 University of Akron, E.J.
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