Azalea is a dynamic and innovative musical duo that blends diverse sounds, creating a musical experience that’s funky, groovy, jazzy, and deeply intimate. The band consists of two highly talented musicians who live in separate corners of the United States—Jacob Chen from Norman, Oklahoma and Cecilia Vacanti from Boston, MA. Jacob brings a diverse rhythmic soundscape with piano, guitar, and feet while Cecilia provides the melodic heart of the duo. Together, Azalea performs for contra dances and delivers concert repertoire that blends modern contra dance tunes with a collection of original compositions. The band's sound pulses with a sense of groove and energy while remaining contagiously dancable. Their music feels like a conversation between two artists, drawing on their personal inspirations and musical backgrounds while pushing the boundaries of traditional folk dance music.