". . . among the Washington area's most creative and distinctive" children's musicians.
"Engaging lyrics... delightfully catchy... highly recommended..."
— Midwest Book Review
"... uplifting, up-tempo music...Marsha transforms sophisticated concepts into understandable educational points wrapped up in catchy melodies. "
"...teaches as well as delights... not just for children, but adults too... with messages about kindness and cooperation..."
— Michael Doherty's Music Log
PUBLIC SHOWS
SAT 8/15/26 11:00- 12:00 pm | Discover Summer Music Festival at MLK Library | Washington, DC
Band show with Marsha, David, Eddie, and Kurt at DC Public Libary's central location, MLK Jr. Memorial Library!
MLK Jr. Memorial Library
901 G St. NW
Washington, DC 20001
FREE! The Discover Summer Music Festival is part of DCPL's summer reading program! The festival will also feature Classical Indian Dancer, Praneetha Akula. Shows will take place in the auditorium.
SAT 8/22/26 5:00- 5:50 pm | The Parks at Walter Reed | Washington, DC
Solo show with Marsha for The Jazz at the Parks Series on the Great Lawn!
The Parks at Walter Reed
1301 Main Drive NW
Washington, DC 20012
FREE! Experience a laid-back summer evening at the spot Washingtonian magazine called one of the area’s top five outdoor spots to listen to live music! After Marsha's set, stick around for a performance by jazz vocalist, Gracie Jay. Bring your own picnic, blanket and refreshments, or enjoy popular local food vendors and local restaurants. Check our Instagram or Facebook for rain cancellaion info if the weather is questionable!
SUN 8/23/26 2:00-2:45pm | Washington Folk Festival | Glen Echo, MD
Band show with Marsha, Ayanna, and David!
Glen Echo Park
7300 MacArthur Blvd,
Glen Echo, MD 20812
FREE! One-day event from 12-7pm, jam-packed full of dancing, storytelling, and music from around the world! Parking on-site -- carpooling recommended. Food trucks and picnic tables available.
SAT 8/29/26 10:30-11:30am | Ready, Set, Safe Back-to-School | Washington, DC
Band show!
Eastern Market Metro Park
701 Pennsylvania Ave SE,
Washington, DC 20003
FREE! Event goes from 10-1pm. There will be face painting, school supply giveaways, hands-on activites including "touch-a-truck" and more! Meet first responders from the Metropolitan Police Department and take home a free backpack filled with school supplies while supplies last!
SAT 9/19/26 10:00-10:45am & 11:00-11:45am| Brookside Gardens Children's Day | Wheaton, MD
Solo shows with Marsha!
Brookside Gardens
1800 Glenallan Avenue
Wheaton, MD 20902
FREE! Event goes from 10-2pm. Rain or shine -- event will move inside to the auditorium in case of rain. Arts and crafts activities, pot your own plant to take home (while supplies last), participate in community science with your phone, learn about garden science and wildlife. Yoga with “Yoga Sprouts!” (mats are available to borrow), meet children's author Joan Waites, and check out a performance in the afternoon by The Puppet Company.
SAT 9/19/26 2:00 - 2:45pm | 50th Annual Falls Church Festival | Falls Church, VA
Band show!
Cherry Hill Park
223 Little Falls St.
Falls Church, VA 22046
FREE! Event goes from 10-4pm. Rain or shine. Kids activities include pony rides and inflatables -- bounce houses, slides, an obstacle course, plus spinning rides. Beer garden for the grownups, live entertainment all day on multiple stages. Purchase taste tickets to sample the cuisine from a variety of local restaurants and experience the Taste of Falls Church. Check out booths from community partners, artists, crafters, and city businesses.
SUN 9/20/26 1:00 - 3:00pm (two sets) | Leesburg Animal Park Pumpkin Village | Leesburg, VA
Solo shows with Marsha!
Leesburg Animal Park
19246 James Monroe Hwy,
Leesburg, VA 20175
Admission includes live entertainment, FREE professional face painting, and a free pumpkin cookie & cup of cider. Food is available for purchase at food trucks and the farmers market. Other activities include: giant hill slides, wagon rides, pedal carts, giant pumpkin bounce pad, spider web crawl, hay tunnels, moon bounces, animal petting & feeding, pony rides (for an additional fee), plus the family game zone (with corn hole, tether ball, giant Jenga, and cow roping.
"With “Positrons” as the band’s name and Energetic as the album’s title, you expect a set of uplifting, up-tempo music, and Marsha Goodman-Wood and her group definitely delivers the goods. "
"Even more impressive here are the songs where Marsha transforms sophisticated concepts into understandable educational points wrapped up in catchy melodies. "
"Marsha and the Positrons are experts in making learning into a fun adventure. Not only are we discovering new things through their clever lyrics, but the masterful melodies draw listeners into a wonderful world of catchy tunes and toe-tapping beats. Marsha's songs explore everything from astronomy to nature and wildlife. Her albums are full of discussion starters that answer those burning questions, ignite curiosity, and keep us dancing and singing along."
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— Stephanie Nhan, Beppie's Beats
“Goodman-Wood was no ordinary children's singer...She was very, very good. Her clear voice reminded me of Carole King. . . Her stage presence was lively without being grating, a highly delicate balance for a children's performer.”
“I can attest: Parents will want to dance along with their grooving brood!" — Baltimore Fishbowl
