The Boy Who Wanted to Rock
The Girl Who Wanted to Rock
From the creators of the indie smash success, The Boy Who Wanted to Rock, The Girl Who Wanted to Rock follows up its predecessor with more music fundamentals and an outer space adventure that's geared toward aspiring young musicians. Intended for children ages three to nine, the book illustrates essential musical concepts while showcasing the magic of playing music with friends. An upbeat tale told in rhyme, the story ends with a rock 'n' roll jam that's out of this world!
Praise for The Boy Who Wanted to Rock
"...playful and motivating..."
"With lively and emotive illustrations...the book underlines the importance of practice without being preachy or dogmatic about it."
~ The Boston Globe
4/8/21
Book Trailer | The Boy Who Wanted to Rock (2020)
About The Author
David Weiser has worked as a keyboard programmer with numerous Broadway, West End, touring and televised musicals, including NBC's 2018 Jesus Christ Superstar, Phantom of the Opera, Cats, and Les Misérables. His credits also include work with artists like David Bowie, The Who, and Brian Wilson. David lives outside of Boston with his wife, and son.
About The Illustrator
Derek Lavoie is a freelance illustrator and graphic designer whose work has appeared in a variety of places, from fine art magazines to the Team USA Olympic Luge race suit. He studied illustration at Mass College of Art in Boston, and now resides with his wife and son in upstate New York. When he's not drawing or painting, Derek can often be found tearing up local club gigs on bass!