Once Upon a Tune: Where Every Story has a Song

About Once Upon a Tune: Where Every Story has a Song

Step into a world where music and storytelling come together to spark imagination - all narrated by a REAL music teacher! Once Upon a Tune is a podcast for kids and families, filled with original tales, catchy songs, and musical adventures. Each episode invites listeners into magical places—enchanted forests, faraway lands, and exciting journeys—where characters learn, grow, and sing a song! Whether you’re tuning in at bedtime, during a car ride, or in the classroom, these stories will inspire curiosity, kindness, and creativity. Perfect for ages 3–10, but fun for the whole family.

Publisher

Christina Free

Category

kids & family

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

11 Aug 2025

Latest episode

2 Feb 2026

Latest episodes

14 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   2 Feb 2026

   14. Elio Finds a Strange Egg 🥚

   When Elio opens the fridge to make breakfast, he discovers something very unusual tucked inside his egg carton... a speckled egg that’s bigger and warmer than the rest! Before he knows it, the egg hatches into a tiny baby dinosaur with a big appetite and an even bigger personality. As Elio cares for his new dino friend, things quickly get a little wild — from missing frozen burgers to scaring the neighbours cat. With love, bravery, and a bit of clever problem-solving, Elio must figure out how to help Spot return to the home where he truly belongs. Perfect for kids of all ages (4-10), Elio Finds a Strange Egg is a cozy listen for bedtime, quiet time, car rides, or family storytime. 🦖 Dinosaurs, discovery, and friendship 📚 Imaginative storytelling for kids 🎧 A gentle, musical story podcast for families

2. 

   19 Jan 2026

   13. Abigail and the Ant Colony

   Abigail has always been curious about the tiny creatures of the world — especially ants. So when she receives an ant farm as a special Christmas gift, she spends hours watching the busy ants dig tunnels, carry food, and work together. But one magical night, Abigail shrinks down and finds herself inside the ant colony, living life as an ant herself! As she explores winding underground tunnels and meets hardworking worker ants and a wise ant queen, Abigail learns how ant colonies function, why teamwork matters, and how even the smallest jobs play an important role. This heartwarming and imaginative Once Upon a Tune episode blends educational science, fantasy storytelling, and an original song to help children understand the fascinating world of ants. Perfect for kids ages 4–10, Abigail and the Ant Colony encourages curiosity, empathy, and cooperation through cozy narration, and of course, music. 🐜 Learn about ants, insect life, and teamwork 📚 Educational storytelling for kids 🌱 Great for nature-loving and curious children 🎧 Ideal for bedtime, quiet time, or classroom listening

3. 

   4 Jan 2026

   12. Ozzy the Cheetah & the Great Savannah Sprint

   In today’s episode, we meet Ozzy, a young cheetah cub preparing for the biggest race of the year: The Great Savannah Sprint. While Ozzy dreams of being the fastest, he soon discovers that speed isn’t the only thing that matters. When a friend is hurt during the race, Ozzy must make a brave choice — and learns that kindness, compassion, and helping others are strengths all their own. ✨ This episode includes: Lots of educational facts and information about cheetahs! Themes of empathy, sportsmanship, and self-worth An original, sing-along song: “Run Your Own Race” Calm storytelling perfect for bedtime, quiet time, family listening or car rides 🎧 Once Upon a Tune is a kids podcast for ages 3–10, created for families who love stories with music, emotional learning, and cozy moments together. Whether your child loves animals, racing adventures, or stories about friendship and doing the right thing — Ozzy’s journey is sure to inspire big hearts and thoughtful conversations. 🌟 Follow the podcast and leave a review to help more families discover our songs and stories! 💌 Have a story idea? We’d love to hear it! Send an email to freebirdmusicstudios@gmail.com

4. 

   17 Nov 2025

   11. Freddy the Chicken Goes to Space! 🚀🐔

   In this silly and heartwarming Once Upon a Tune adventure, Freddy the Chicken blasts off from Clover Hill Farm and travels all the way to Neptune! When Freddy unexpectedly meets Zarla — a friendly alien with lots of wiggly noodle-arms — the two must work together to find Zarla’s lost spaceship power crystal. Filled with giggles, wonder, and a catchy song that teaches kids about all the planets in our solar system, this episode is perfect for curious young listeners who love space stories, alien adventures, rocket ships, planets, science, friendship, and gentle humour. Your little explorers will learn that kindness can cross any distance — even light-years! 🎧 Suitable for all ages! Best for ages 3–10 🎵 Written, narrated, and produced by Christina Free at Freebird Music Studios Keywords: kids space story, kids alien story, children’s bedtime story, adventure podcast for kids, silly stories for kids, space podcast for kids, planets for kids, friendship stories, preschool stories, imaginative kids podcast, children’s music and stories, solar system song, Neptune for kids

5. 

   3 Nov 2025

   10. Libby's Treasure Hunt

   When Clover Hill Farm is about to be sold, a kind and clever horse named Libby finds a mysterious treasure map that might just save her home! With help from her feathered friend Lila the songbird, Libby follows the clues from the map through sunny meadows, sparkling ponds, and moonlit fields to uncover a heartwarming secret about what true treasure really means. This musical story is full of imagination, friendship, adventure, and song — perfect for curious young listeners and families who love cozy bedtime stories with meaning. 🎵 Featuring original music and storytelling by Christina Free of Freebird Music Studios ✨ Ideal for ages 3–10💛 Themes: kindness, courage, curiosity, and caring for the world around us, adventure, exploration, farm animals

6. 

   20 Oct 2025

   9. Maddy the Sea Dragon & the Coral of Light

   Dive deep beneath the waves to Coraltopia — a sparkling underwater city made of seashells, sea glass, and glowing crystals that is home to magical sea dragons! When the Coral of Light at the heart of the city begins to fade, brave, young sea dragon Maddy and her friends Bryson and Ingrid must work together to save their home and learn how caring for the ocean keeps their world shining bright. This magical underwater adventure features original storytelling, gentle music, and an uplifting message about friendship, courage, and protecting our oceans. Perfect for all ages and family friendly listening during road trips, classroom storytime, or quiet time at home. Keywords: kids podcast, bedtime story, ocean adventure, environmental story, sea creatures, fantasy storytelling, mindfulness for kids, family podcast, children’s music, preschool stories, educational entertainment

7. 

   6 Oct 2025

   8. Little Humpback's First Migration

   Join us for an enchanting ocean adventure in this episode of Once Upon a Tune! 🌊🐋 Follow Ben, a little humpback calf as he sets out on his very first migration across the ocean, learning about courage, family, and the wonders of the sea. Perfect for curious kids and families, this story blends imagination with real-life lessons about whales and ocean life. This episode features our original song “Swim Little Whale”, a gentle and joyful tune that will have your children singing along! 🎶 Ideal for bedtime, car rides, classroom listening, and family story time, this episode is both fun and educational—designed to spark curiosity about the natural world while nurturing a love of music and storytelling. ✨ Keywords: kids podcast, children’s stories, educational entertainment, ocean adventure, whale migration, music for kids, bedtime stories, family podcast, preschool learning, Once Upon a Tune.

8. 

   22 Sept 2025

   7. The Cretaceous Camping Trip

   Pack your bags — we’re going camping 75 million years ago to the Cretaceous period! In this magical dinosaur adventure, best friends Augie and Ruth set off on a camping trip with their families to Dinosaur Provincial Park in Alberta, Canada. But when they discover a glowing fossil, they time travel back to the Cretaceous period, where the badlands were once a lush coastal plain filled with dinosaurs. Together, they encounter velociraptors on the hunt, marvel at giant Centrosauruses, and spot prehistoric sea creatures swimming in the ancient Bearpaw Sea. Along the way, they learn about fossils, paleontology, and how even dinosaurs protected their families. Once Upon a Tune is a storytelling and music podcast for kids, created by a real music teacher. Each episode combines exciting adventures, gentle learning, and an original song to spark imagination. This week’s song, “Can You Be a Dinosaur?”, invites little listeners to sing, move, and pretend right along with the story. Perfect for bedtime, car rides, or quiet time, this episode is full of fun, facts, and music that families can enjoy together. 🎧 Ideal for ages 3–10 🦕 Keywords: children’s podcast, dinosaur story for kids, bedtime stories, educational kids podcast, kids music podcast, dinosaur adventure

9. 

   15 Sept 2025

   6. The Unicorn Riding Lesson

   🌟✨ Saddle up for a magical new adventure! ✨🌟 In this enchanting episode of Once Upon a Tune, we meet Vera, a determined princess who dreams of riding a unicorn. With the help of Buttercup, a golden unicorn with a gentle heart, Vera discovers the real secret to unicorn riding—it’s not about being perfect, but about never giving up, even when you stumble or fall. Featuring an original Dutch folk–inspired song in 3/4 time about never giving up, this episode is sure to capture imaginations and inspire little ones to keep trying, no matter how hard the journey seems. Perfect for bedtime, quiet time, or anytime your child is ready for a spark of magic and a tune to carry in their heart. 🦄🎶

10. 

    8 Sept 2025

    5. Little Star and the Wish

    High above the night sky lives Twila, a tiny star who longs for someone to notice her. Down on Earth, a boy named Leo often feels the same way—quiet, overlooked, and wishing for a true friend. When Leo discovers Twila through his telescope, their worlds connect in the most magical way. Together, they learn that even the smallest lights can shine the brightest when someone believes in them. This gentle, heartwarming story reminds kids (and parents!) that being yourself is the brightest gift you can give. Plus, this episode features the brand-new original lullaby “Little Star” — a soothing, magical song your child will want to hear again and again at bedtime. 🌙✨ Once Upon a Tune is an original podcast created by a real music teacher for children (and their adults!) perfect for car ride, bedtime, or anytime you want to enjoy a magical story full of wonder and delight!

11. 

    1 Sept 2025

    4. Nina and the Song of the Jasmine Flower

    Join Nina on her very first trip across the world to Hong Kong, where everything feels new—bustling streets, delicious food, and meeting her PoPo (Grandma) for the first time! But when language feels like a barrier, Nina wonders how she and PoPo can connect. The answer comes through a beautiful Chinese folk song that Nina's mother teaches her, Mo Li Hua (Jasmine Flower). It is a beautiful, traditional Chinese folk song that bridges their worlds through music and love. This heartwarming episode celebrates family, culture, and the magic of music that speaks when words cannot.

12. 

    25 Aug 2025

    3. Freddy the Chicken & The Lava Monster King

    What happens when a curious chicken visits a fiery volcano? Join Freddy the Chicken as he embarks on a bold adventure, stepping out of his cozy coop to visit a great volcano, where he meets the mighty Lava Monster King! This story is filled with laughs, bravery, adventure and an original fun song you can sing along to!

13. 

    18 Aug 2025

    2. Troll Falls and the Guardians of the Forest

    Join Augie and Ruth on a magical hike to Troll Falls! Along the way, they discover hidden wonders of the forest and meet the Guardians of the Forest —friendly trolls who watch over nature and share important lessons about how to care for our world. Filled with laughter, adventure, and an enchanting new song, Leave No Trace, this adventure will spark curiosity, joy, and a love for the great outdoors.

14. 

    11 Aug 2025

    1. The Meadow's Melody

    The Meadow’s Melody 🌼🎶 Lila the songbird loves singing her song every morning in the meadow. But one morning, every time she starts to sing, she is interrupted by buzzing bees, croaking frogs, and chirping crickets! At first, it feels impossible to get her melody just right. But with a little help from her meadow friends, Lila discovers how beautiful it can be to sing together in harmony. This heartwarming musical tale celebrates cooperation, friendship, and the joy of making music as a community. Perfect for ages 3–10, but fun for the whole family. 🎵 Includes: Original story, original song, and gentle nature-inspired soundscapes. This is the first episode of Once Upon a Tune: Where Every Story has a Song by Freebird Music Studios. In this podcast, we invite listeners to step into a world where music and storytelling come together to spark imagination! Once Upon a Tune is a podcast for kids and families, filled with original tales, catchy songs, and musical adventures. Each episode invites listeners into magical places—enchanted forests, faraway lands, and exciting journeys—where characters learn, grow, and sing along. Whether you’re tuning in at bedtime, during a car ride, or in the classroom, these stories will inspire curiosity, kindness, and creativity.

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