STARS: SONIA DE LOS SANTOS AND THE OKEE DOKEE BROTHERS

INSPIRE, ENGAGE & ENERGIZE.

Playful, engaging and subtly filled with life lessons.” – Chicago Tribune

Somos Amigos: Songs on Common Ground with Sonia De Los Santos and The Okee Dokee Brothers

Friendship is at the heart of this joyful collaboration between Mexican songstress Sonia De Los Santos and the Americana folk duo The Okee Dokee Brothers. This bilingual program includes both old and new songs that span the musical traditions of North America and illustrates the collective power of singing together and learning from each other. With an adventurous spirit and a common vision of peace and understanding, Somos Amigos encourages us to explore, dance, sing and laugh together, hand-in-hand.

As childhood friends growing up in Denver, Colorado, Joe Mailander, and Justin Lansing were always explor­ing the outdoors. Now, as The Grammy Award-Winning Okee Dokee Brothers, they have put this passion for the outdoors at the heart of their musical collaborations.

The two-time Parents’ Choice Award winners have garnered praise from the likes of NPR’s All Things Considered and USA Today and have been called “two of family music’s best songwriters.” Joe and Justin record and perform family music to inspire children and their parents to get outside and experience nature. They believe this message can motivate kids to gain a greater respect for the natural world, their commu­nities, and themselves.

The Okee Dokee Brothers’ nationwide fan base is drawn to their witty lyrics, strong musicianship, and unique folk style. By appealing to the musical needs of the entire family and recognizing that kids deserve quality music, The Okee Dokee Brothers are working full-time to advance the family music genre.

Suggested Age Range: Pre-K to 5th Grade