By Mary Pols
Special to MSN Music

What, no "Glee" tour? What's a musically inclined family to do for live entertainment in summer 2012? There's the usual cast of "American Idol" winners, past and present, as well as an awful lot of Nickelodeon and Disney stars hitting venues all over the country. MSN gives parents a look at some of the kid-friendly choices out there. And remember: If you can't land tickets to the various singing sensations, there are always the Olympics to watch, July 27 to Aug. 12.

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