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The Polka Dots

The Polka Dots © 2013 Christopher Vigliotti (click for high-resolution image) Musicians and sisters, Aislin and Nora Kavaldjian became the Polka Dots in 2008 at ages 15 and 13, when they first performed at Watermelon Park Fest. The band lineup and instrumentation has changed over the years. Family friend, guitarist, and singer Kris Consaul ran away with the teen band in 2010, and contributed to the group's first CD, Knee Deep, a lively mix of traditional and original tunes that serves as an homage to the roots music learned from mentor Dave Van Deventer (of Furnace Mountain and the Woodshedders fame).

In 2013, the now college-aged sisters and Kris recorded a new CD: How It Used To Be. This album consists of original instrumental compositions and songs by the three band members. The tracks on HIUTB range from quiet and contemplative to political, rowdy, and funny. This CD serves as a snapshot of their musical journey as this former teen band comes of age.

Contact Us

The Polka Dots
38615 Morrisonville Road
Lovettsville, Virginia 20180-3107

info@thepolkadots.org

703-297-8042

Enjoy a few tracks from the album!

Mama Don't 'LowDaisyOld Fat CatGospel PlowFiddlin' ShifflettValentines Blues

The other tracks on the album are:

Knee-DeepLimehouse BluesTangerine TeaFinned WitchOld Joe ClarkCumberland GapSister KateDream a Little Dream

News & Reviews

"Knee Deep" in Album Release

The Viking — Kamna Talwar

September 20, 2010

"After two years of being together as a band, The Polka Dots released their first album..."


Spotlight: The Polka Dots

South Mountain Media — Mike Ward

September 10, 2010

"Over the past two years, I've watched The Polka Dots concoct their cheeky blend of old-time and jazz..."


Farming Young

The Washington Post — Elaine McMillion

August 24, 2009

The Polka Dots play as this great documentary video wraps up.

The Polka Dots: Tinier Desk Concert

NPRSarah Ventre, Jennifer Noll, et al

November 30, 2010

"[These] ambitious, talented, sassy young women... aren't shy about delving into the canon of roots music straight out of Appalachia and the heartland.... While they are adorable, don't simply dismiss them as cute."


Fresh Young Girl Band Captivates Seniors

Purcellville Gazette — Carver Center Corner

July 9, 2010

"The Dots played to a stunned audience. Their fresh young voices and charming stage presence riveted those attending. The hour of music flew by."

Full Issue - Volume 7, Number 28
(article on page 15)


These Teens Hit the Spot as The Polka Dots

The Frederick News-Post — Lauren LaRocca

November 28, 2009

"Sixteen-year-old Aislin Kavaldjian, 'Head Dot' of The Polka Dots, said her band is the youngest in the crowd at area bluegrass jams. But they keep up...."

The Polka Dots Online Store

You can hear our CD and pick up a copy at Beans in the Belfry (Brunswick, Maryland), the Floyd Country Store (Floyd, Virginia), Shamrock Music Shoppe (Purcellville, Virginia), or The Soundry (Vienna, Virginia)... or download from Amazon, CD Baby, iTunes, Zune, or your favorite site.

Knee-Deep CD
$10
Knee-Deep CD Cover Art

CD Track List:
Knee-Deep • Mama Don't 'Low • Daisy • Fiddlin' Shifflett • Old Fat Cat • Limehouse Blues • Tangerine Tea • Finned Witch • Gospel Plow • Old Joe Clark • Valentines Blues • Cumberland Gap • Sister Kate • Dream a Little Dream

Knee-Deep CD + T-Shirt Combo
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CD Track List:
Knee-Deep • Mama Don't 'Low • Daisy • Fiddlin' Shifflett • Old Fat Cat • Limehouse Blues • Tangerine Tea • Finned Witch • Gospel Plow • Old Joe Clark • Valentines Blues • Cumberland Gap • Sister Kate • Dream a Little Dream

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