Kindie Bands to Play at Symphony Space, 2/18

Two of the most critically acclaimed bands in the "kindie" music genre: The Okee Dokee Brothers and Recess Monkey perform at Symphony Space on February 18th and 25th. Tickets are still available for these midwinter family performances.

The Okee Dokee Brothers Saturday, February 18, 11 am

Tickets: $13 to $20
Acclaimed for their high energy original songs, this Minnesota duo (Justin Lansing and Joe Mailander) reminds children (and their adults) of their intrinsic ability to discover, imagine, and create through music.With witty lyrics, off-the-wall humor, strong musicianship, and a unique folk/bluegrass style, prepare for a rousing, fresh air hoe-down without having to leave the city. The Okee Dokee Brothers' CD Take It Outside made various “best of the 2010” lists.

This spring, The Okee Dokee Brothers will encourage kids to get outside with songs from their new Can You Canoe? CD/DVD, which is based on their journey down the Mississippi River in 2011. For more information about the trip and their music, view the informational video at http://www.okeedokee.org/.

Recess Monkey Saturday, February 25th, 11 am and 2 pm

Tickets: $13 to $20

Fresh on the heels of two sold-out performances last season, this acclaimed Seattle trio makes their triumphant return to Symphony Space with their outlandishly fun recipe of high-energy pop and rock and roll, evoking the Beatles at their most playful. Their latest CD is called Flying, one ofTime Out New York Kids magazine's top CDs of 2011. They'll also play songs from their forthcoming recording, due out this summer.