Children’s Performers for Libraries
Educational, and Inclusive Music Programs For Libraries
Transform Your Library With Engaging Music Shows & Classes
For nearly two decades, Rockness Music has been one of the most trusted children’s performers for libraries, bringing joyful, educational, and community-centered music experiences to audiences of all ages.
Accordingly, through Michael & The Rockness Monsters and Rockness Music, founder Michael Napolitano creates meaningful experiences for communities. His programs blend music, movement, and storytelling into an uplifting space where every child feels included and inspired.
Engaging Library Programs for All Ages
Our shows work for a wide age range and provide uplifting children’s library entertainment that keeps every guest engaged. For this reason young children, older kids, parents, caregivers, and people with special needs all feel included. Every performance brings the room together through music, movement, and shared joy.
While Michael appears often, our talented Rockness performers lead many shows with the same energy and care. We also offer music classes and music lab’s that give children a deeper creative experience inside the library.
During a Rockness Music library show, we will experience:
- Group singing
- Music and movement
- Instrument discovery
- Tribal drumming
- Call and response
- Social-emotional learning and more!
Rockness Library Performances Fit Any Occasion
Smaller Library Performance
Designed for story-time rooms, community spaces, and family events in public libraries, these programs brings an energetic, early-childhood focus. Consequently, it keeps little ones captivated while giving caregivers a joyful shared experience.
With a mix of props, comedy, and interactive music, our performances inspire laughter, smiles, and engagement.
- 1–2 performers
- Class (25 Max Kids) Show 10-100+
- 45-minute interactive set
A Full Band Show
This high-energy performance features Michael & The Rockness Monsters which is deal for libraries hosting auditorium concerts, outdoor shows, or major summer reading events. Undoubtedly the band brings energetic excitement that transforms any library space into a musical celebration. In addition, our award-winning songs, featured on Sirius/XM Kids Place Live, are sure to capture the attention of school-aged children.
- 4–6 performers
- Great for crowds of 25–999+
- 60-minute full-band experience
Library Music Lab
1 Performer | 45 Minutes | Ages 5-12
Our Music Lab gives children a hands-on look at drumming and real musical instruments. Moreover, through examining real percussion instruments the children explore sound through waves, vibration, resonance, and tension.
Each session builds a curious, science-ready mind within the world of music.
Library Music Classes
1 Performer | 45 minutes | Ages 0-5
Our grown-up and me class brings children and their favorite grown-ups together through music, movement, and playful interaction. Along with this, children explore rhythm with shakers, drums, and simple instruments.
Each session builds connection, confidence, and early musical skills in a warm circle-time setting.
