Maine, USA
Than you for considering kindness
We are KindKids Music
KindKids Music is a dynamic duo with original music, puppets, and a highly interactive performance for all ages. Rob Duquette and Amanda Panda share tools for emotional resilience, foster kindness, and encourage wellness, all while making music and having FUN!
About Us
Amanda Panda
"my kids learned how to read by making up songs with me"
"Amanda Panda has been a wonderful addition to our preschool! Amanda is very enthusiastic and kind to
all of our students. She makes learning about instruments, music, and the exploration of all things to do
with music very fun and exciting for our students.
One of the things we love about Amanda and the program is that she is very thoughtful when choosing
songs to ensure it is appropriate and engaging. She also creates her own music which has varying lessons
in them like learning about healthy eating, the different types of trees, counting, animal sounds, and many
other educational experiences within the songs.
Amanda is very mindful of her audience and does an amazing job keeping our little ones engaged and
excited about the lesson. She often brings helpers with her and many new and creative ideas each time
she comes.
Our students absolutely love Amanda Panda and we highly recommend her program to anyone who is
looking for an amazing musical addition to their learning experience."
~Mary Mathieson & Christy Crowley- Teachers
Gorham Cooperative Preschool
Rob Duquette
"making music with kids is such a natural thing to do"
“The best thing about his kid-oriented work is that it's not always obviously kids' music.”
-Sam Pfeifle, The Portland Phoenix
"Rob’s ability to empower children through his music is a sight to behold. He really connects with them on a level they understand all while promoting kindness. Something we could use a lot more of in this world."
-Senator Justin Chenette
“Rob Duquette's enthusiasm and generosity was on display as he shared his musical talents with students and staff of Young School. Rob's friendly personality, passion for his music, and deep appreciation for the diverse cultures from which his musical selections are rooted make for an enriching experience for his audiences. We look forward to Rob's next visit!”
-Dr. Peter Harrison, Principal, Young School, Saco, ME
"Rob's children's music show is fun, entertaining, and sends a great message to kids and adults about kindness! The way he interacts with the crowd keeps the kids engaged, and his spontaneity is great! The music he plays is "contagious", just like the name of his CD! Thank you for helping to spread kindness wherever you go!
-Jeff Cardoza, School Counselor, Winthrop Grade School
"The students were very engaged and had fun with your performance, great job! I love the way you incorporated body safety and core values, your use of age appropriate terminology reinforced curriculum here in our district. Thank you!"
-Steve Bussiere, School Principal at Carl J. Lamb School
Friends of KindKids Music
Rick Charette
Rick Charette
Rick Charette
If you are from Maine, then you probably grew up going to see Rick Charette and the Bubble Gum Band shows! Rick is our #1 inspiration and he has graciously passed to torch of kids' music making to us in his retirement.
Rick says:
"Rob Duquette is a friend of mine. Go to one of his concerts and without a doubt, he will be your friend too. W
If you are from Maine, then you probably grew up going to see Rick Charette and the Bubble Gum Band shows! Rick is our #1 inspiration and he has graciously passed to torch of kids' music making to us in his retirement.
Rick says:
"Rob Duquette is a friend of mine. Go to one of his concerts and without a doubt, he will be your friend too. What can I say? Rob lives and breathes music. Like me, he's a kid at heart. He brings out the best in children. The songs he writes and sings, you are going to want to sing too. They teach but don't preach. Some of them are simply fun. You'll surely be singing and dancing along. You will love the instruments he plays as well; he plays lots of them too. You will not want the show to end. But when it's over, you will leave the show with songs in your heart and a whole lot of love.
Hey, maybe I might even see you there."
Pam Leo
Rick Charette
Rick Charette
The real Book Fairy of Maine, Pam Leo is the author of "Please Read to Me",
a family literacy activist, and the author of Connection Parenting. Her enduring love of children's books, her passion for literacy, and her commitment to empowering parents, are combined in her new role as the founder of the Book Fairy Pantry Project, whose miss
The real Book Fairy of Maine, Pam Leo is the author of "Please Read to Me",
a family literacy activist, and the author of Connection Parenting. Her enduring love of children's books, her passion for literacy, and her commitment to empowering parents, are combined in her new role as the founder of the Book Fairy Pantry Project, whose mission is "No Child With No Books," because "Books change children's lives... For good."
Pam is Amanda's Best Friend and they share July as their birth month!
Michael Chase
Rick Charette
Michael Chase
Michael J. Chase is a bestselling author, renowned speaker, and one of today's most influential voices for creating a kinder world.
"KindKids music is an uplifting reminder that the world truly is a beautiful place. The songs are filled with fun, catchy lyrics that radiate with positive energy. Each time I hear one of the songs, I feel an
Michael J. Chase is a bestselling author, renowned speaker, and one of today's most influential voices for creating a kinder world.
"KindKids music is an uplifting reminder that the world truly is a beautiful place. The songs are filled with fun, catchy lyrics that radiate with positive energy. Each time I hear one of the songs, I feel an irresistible urge to start dancing around like a five year old kid!"
-Michael J. Chase - Founder of The Kindness Center and bestselling author of The Radical Practice of Loving Everyone
Michael is Rob's Best Friend and they have the same Birthday!
Announcements
Guest Musician : Luke Duquette
Guest Musician : Luke Duquette
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Guest Musician : Luke Duquette
Guest Musician : Luke Duquette
Guest Musician : Luke Duquette
WHEN HE IS NOT TOO BUSY PLAYING WITH THORNTON ACADEMY BANDS, BLACKOUT PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE, MARCHING BAND, OR DOING KUNGFU, LUKE DUQUETTE IS OUR SPECIAL GUEST DRUMMER FOR KINDKIDS MUSIC. HE HAS STUDIED UNDER HIS FATHER ROB, AND HIS TALENT AS A MUSICIAN IS UNDENIABLE.
