User:Marla Jill Rosen

Marla Jill Rosen (born February 2, 1974) is a Canadian children's singer-songwriter, musician, author, puppeteer, choreographer, director, performing arts educator and, Montessori teacher. Her EMOTIONS Initiative has received national attention for raising awareness about mental health, emotional intelligence, violence prevention and literacy for children.

She has written for the EMOTIONS Book & CD as well as toured nationally with the interactive EMOTIONS Puppet Show & Concert. Marla also hosts play-based arts workshops for educators on the topic of emotional intelligence.

Some of Canada’s finest musicians are featured on the EMOTIONS CD such as pianist Bill Sample (performances with Celine Dion[], Paul Anka[], Oscar Peterson[]), guitarist Michael Friedman (performances with Randy Bachman[], Don Ross, Spirit of the West[], Jane Siberry[]), performers from Vancouver’s Bach Children’s Chorus and Juno Award winner Steve Dawson (2004 Contemporary Jazz Album, 2003 Roots Traditional Group Album).

http://www.emotionsbook.com