THE BAND
Marsha and the Positrons are a DC-based kindie (kids + indie rock) band known for shows that are a ton of family-friendly fun! Both playful and educational, our original songs about science and how the world works are entertaining for adults as well as kids. Besides getting audiences singing along and dancing to songs that inspire curiosity about science, we play traditional favorites, kid-appropriate pop covers and parodies. Our goal is to send families home with smiles on their faces, plant the seeds for good conversations, and share our positive energy with the audience!
Washington Post
Going-Out Guide
Editor's Pick
". . . among the Washington area's most creative and distinctive" children's musicians.
Photo by Joe Noyes Photography
AYANNA GALLANT
// percussion, vocals, trumpet & flute
Full-time middle school band director and music teacher, jazz singer, and member of Bele Bele Rhythm Collective, Ayanna is a multi-faceted and multi-talented performer.
KRISTEN ARANT
// percussion & vocals
Instinctive and gifted drummer and drum teacher, Kristen also leads the all-female Bele Bele Rhythm Collective, is the founder of the Young Women's Drumming Empowerment Project, and is the co-proprieter of Hands on Drums drum shop.
MARSHA GOODMAN-WOOD
// lead vocals & guitar
Singer/songwriter, music teacher, and former cognitive neuroscientist, Marsha brings her positive, playful energy, big smile, and warm, rich voice to the stage — whether singing about outer space or covering kid-appropriate pop songs.
WARDELL HOWELL
// bass
Jazz and R&B bassist by night, kindie bassist by day, Wardell's smooth playing reflects years of professional experience playing in many different combos.