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Cover of Somjit & Somjai's Musical Journey by Damdy Chanthavilay Richards, illustrated by Adrianna Minor, showing two boys leaping with a game controller and Lao instruments

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Somjit & Somjai's Musical Journey

Dr. Damdy Chanthavilay Richards, illustrated by Adrianna Ni-Lynn Minor

“Somjit & Somjai’s Musical Journey” follows two young brothers as they discover the rich world of traditional Lao music.

The front cover of a children's book titled "Somjit & Somjai's Musical Journey" shows two young boys, one in a red shirt and another in a blue shirt, dancing and playing their traditional Lao musical instruments against an orange background with swirling patterns and floating musical notes.

Somjit & Somjai’s Musical Journey

Some stories are passed down in words. Some in music. This one is both.

When the power goes out, two brothers discover something their screens could never give them — the sound of where they come from.

Written by Damdy Chanthavilay Richard · Illustrated by Adrianna Ni-Lynn Minor

Somjit and Somjai love their video games. But when a power outage unplugs their world, they stumble onto something unexpected — a collection of mysterious instruments and the elders who know how to play them.

Part adventure, part love letter to Lao heritage, this beautifully illustrated story reminds families everywhere that the most powerful music isn't on a playlist. It's in your roots.

Perfect for families who want their children to grow up knowing where they come from — and proud of it.

Book cover titled "Somjit & Somjai's Musical Journey" featuring two children, one playing a traditional instrument and the other jumping with a tambourine, set against a vibrant background with musical instruments and abstract swirls.
Open children's book depicting children playing musical instruments and making music, with colorful illustrations and the word 'BANG!' on the page.
Colorful children's book illustration of two boys playing traditional musical instruments, with words like 'Do Re Mi Fa So La Ti Do' and 'DONG! DONG! DONG!' surrounding them.