Video: Rachel Bell, Becky Tracy and Bethany Waickman.

Rachel Bell will perform at Bal Folk Evenings at the Broad Brook Community Centre in Brattleboro, Vermont, USA on March 16th and April 9th, 2023 with Becky Tracy (violin). Bal folk is a form of social folk dancing (French/European dancing) and the duo teach attendees “everything they need to know”. “The dances range from energetic circle dances to groovy lines and spirals to beautiful couple dances to meditative walking dances.”

Rachel Bell is performer, tunesmith, and teacher who is sought after for concerts, contra dances, French bal folk dances, English country dances, workshops, and festivals–all in virtual form during the pandemic. She plays with Eloise & Co., Peregrine Road, Alchemy, and Old World Charm School. Her playing spans an enormous range of emotion, from nuanced and sensitive to exhilarating and powerful. Excerpts from her website: Over a decade of musical travel has landed her smack-dab in the middle of some of her most exciting projects ever. A vibrant and versatile collaboration with Karen Axelrod, exquisite violin and viola sounds from Eric Martin, a rich and energetic contra dance band called Seaglass, and a slew of French-focused music and dance adventures with Susan Kevra are just the tip of the iceberg. A recent addition has been a joyful musical partnership with Becky Tracy, Bethany Waickman and other combinations often round out the mix.

Rachel’s work is infused with a contagious enthusiasm for her instrument and a deep respect for the musical traditions she carries. She loves to create authentic connections with audiences everywhere—from packed, energized dance halls to small, intimate house concert settings. She is passionate about sharing with others the delight she finds in this music.

For details email: rachel@rachelbellmusic.com