2026 Staff & Music
St. Croix, Virgin Islands, English Country Dance Week
Alchemy
with Rachel Bell, Karen Axelrod, & Eric Martin
Alchemy turns every dance into pure magic. With a sound that’s both steeped in tradition and bursting with fresh creativity, they bring the floor to life from the very first note. Driving reels, lilting mazurkas, and elegant English melodies flow effortlessly, each infused with passion, playfulness, and heart. Their music doesn’t just set the pace—it lifts you up, sweeps you along, and keeps you smiling long after the final chord fades.
with callers Joanna Reiner Wilkinson & Margaret Bary
Get ready for an unforgettable week of English Country Dance with Joanna Reiner Wilkinson and Margaret Bary at the helm! These two acclaimed callers bring infectious energy, crystal-clear teaching, and a deep love of the tradition to every set. With their perfect balance of elegance and playfulness, they’ll have you gliding through graceful classics, diving into inventive new dances, and smiling from the first note to the last bow. Whether you’re brand-new or a seasoned dancer, Joanna and Margaret will inspire you, challenge you, and keep you coming back for more.
Alchemy
with Rachel Bell, Karen Axelrod, & Eric Martin
Alchemy turns every dance into pure magic. With a sound that’s both steeped in tradition and bursting with fresh creativity, they bring the floor to life from the very first note. Driving reels, lilting mazurkas, and elegant English melodies flow effortlessly, each infused with passion, playfulness, and heart. Their music doesn’t just set the pace—it lifts you up, sweeps you along, and keeps you smiling long after the final chord fades.
with callers Joanna Reiner Wilkinson & Margaret Bary
Get ready for an unforgettable week of English Country Dance with Joanna Reiner Wilkinson and Margaret Bary at the helm! These two acclaimed callers bring infectious energy, crystal-clear teaching, and a deep love of the tradition to every set. With their perfect balance of elegance and playfulness, they’ll have you gliding through graceful classics, diving into inventive new dances, and smiling from the first note to the last bow. Whether you’re brand-new or a seasoned dancer, Joanna and Margaret will inspire you, challenge you, and keep you coming back for more.
St. Croix, Virgin Islands, Contra Dance Week
Wild Asparagus with Ann Percival, David Cantieni, Becky Tracy,
Mark Murphy and George Marshall
with callers Lisa Greenleaf and George Marshall
Wild Asparagus with Ann Percival, David Cantieni, Becky Tracy,
Mark Murphy and George Marshall
with callers Lisa Greenleaf and George Marshall
