Praise for Lois
“…. The pioneering children’s music performer is also a state of mind – an exuberant, invigorating and creative musical state of mind that blends world beat musicianship with uplifting universal messages.”
- Boulder Magazine
“In the magical world of childhood, LaFond has created a musical spark like no other.”
- San Miguel Journal
“Gifted singer/songwriter LaFond aims upward at kid’s taste… the best musical act for kids anywhere in these United States.”
- Boulder Planet
Praise for the Music
“Real professionals in love with music and children.”
- NYC Henry Street Settlement
“A thousand parents long will remember Lois LaFond’s Botanic Gardens concert… hundreds of kids dancing on the green slope behind the Boulder singer and her Rockadiles band, providing a sight and sound no one there will forget.”
- The Denver Post
“This group of talented musicians shouldn’t be missed no matter what your age.”
- Carbondale Mountain Arts Festival
I am Who i am!
Chosen as the title song for their 85th national celebration by
Girl Scouts of America
“The practically perfect children’s song teaching self-respect and tolerance to an instantly singable refrain.”
- L.A. Parent
“… lively, catchy, and easy to learn.”
- American Library Association Booklist
“I think I really love it.”
- 8 Year Old Evan
One World
Recipient of a National Parenting Product (NAPPA) Award
“I was knocked out... as good as anything I’ve heard.”
- Billboard Magazine
“LaFond’s ticket to the broader audience she deserves.”
- Parents’ Choice
“Celebratory anthems of peace, love and unity in a musical patois that speaks for itself.”
- L.A. Parent
Turning It Upside Down
American Library Association Notable Recordings Award
“… Combines a highly imaginative and unusually creative approach with bold assurance…. A wealth of material in the 36-page manual…. For stimulating children’s musical imagination and creating just plain great fun [this album] is highly recommended.”
- Early Childhood Connections
“I reach for this music and this manual constantly to energize my students and my classroom.”
- Third Grade Teacher
Something New!
“A must for your infant room.”
- Pre-K Today
“Whether after a tiring day, or as a pre-nap and bedtime tool, these compositions unearth the inner rhythms and melodies of the body and the universe that the listener naturally becomes attuned to.”
- Boulder Parent
“These melodies and Lois’ beautiful singing calm irritable and sick newborns.”
- Pediatrician Juliet Carpenter:
Lois LaFond & The Rockadiles, The Album
Recipient of the Nappa Gold Award
Recipient of the Parents Choice Recommended Seal
Recipient of the Best of Denver Award
“Well-deserved… my kids agree!”
- Congresswoman Diana DeGette
“Terrific! High energy and GREAT musicianship…. Wonderful, capturing your live show and all of your energy!”
- Heidi Thumlert, Founder, Stockton, California’s Swing Set Concert Series
“The lavish use of upbeat, sometimes multilingual lyrics and musicianship without boundaries creates an exuberant, invigorated and creative atmosphere.”
- The Daily Camera
“I had to call you: I have three kids and two dogs dancing uncontrollably to your CD!”
- Denver Chanteuse Janine Gasteneau
“… A fresh sound. LaFond’s strong, original writing features fascinating shifts in harmony and melody… Outstanding guest vocalists and musicians make a wonderful recording even better.”
- School Library Journal
