TALENT
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Wild Asparagus
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George Marshall
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The Engine Room
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Lisa Greenleaf
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bands
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Wild Asparagus
David Cantieni, Ann Percival, Becky Tracy, Mark Hellenberg, Mark Murphy and George Marshall
Since 1984 Wild Asparagus has been touring and entertaining nationwide as well as in England and Canada. Originating in the Connecticut River Valley of Western Massachusetts and Southern Vermont, Wild Asparagus became one of the premier performers of New England’s traditional contra dance music. It draws heavily on the rich Irish repertoire interspersed with music from Canada, Brittany, south Africa and the Caribbean. Add to this, original tunes and songs, deep bass rhythms, the beat of the bodhran drum, sax, piano and guitar riffs, and you’ve got a truly rockin’ band.
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The Engine Room
Noah VanNorstrand, Kelsey Wells and Alex Sturbaum
The Engine Room brings a powerhouse contra dance groove from both coasts and everywhere in between. Since forming in 2023, they’ve been driving dancers to their feet with unstoppable energy. Twin fiddles blaze, guitar and banjo push the rhythm with relentless drive, and button accordion weaves in rich, melodic layers. Blending tradition with bold invention, The Engine Room creates a nonstop, heart-pounding sound that keeps dancers moving, grinning, and eager for more—long after the final chord fades.
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Callers
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George Marshall
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Lisa Greenleaf
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George Marshall Smooth, steady, and effortlessly engaging, George Marshall crafts evenings that flow like a dream. Known for his crystal-clear teaching and impeccable sense of timing, he draws dancers in with warmth and keeps the floor in perfect motion. With George, every set feels seamless, connected, and joyfully alive.
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Lisa Greenleaf
Bold, dynamic, and full of spark, Lisa Greenleaf electrifies the hall with inventive choreography and a vibrant, welcoming style. She’s a master at mixing the traditional with the unexpected, keeping dancers laughing, moving, and on their toes from the first swing to the last waltz. With Lisa, every dance feels like a celebration. |