Creatives Corner: Alvin .D.Burke Jr.
From the man who brought us 6 consecutive Carnival Meets the Runway our latest creative is non other than Alvin D. Burke Jr. Carnival Meets The Runway signified the beginning of the festival season. He has always been a master of all traits. He began playing instruments such as the sax and guitar at a very young age. Like every great musician one of his inspirations was Gospel music, all of his experience throughout the years inspired the beginning of one of the greatest bands of Virgin Islands history Xtaushun Band in which he was the Co-Founder. Alvin love for culture and music earned him 2013 Grand Marshal for the Crucian Christmas Festival Children's Parade. Alvin has worn many hats over the years and has done so tremendously. Alvin currently serves as a board member on the WTJX Board of Directors.
Presently, Alvin serve as a Production Technician and Photographer with the Public Affairs Division here at the Virgin Islands Legislature where he utilizes acquired skills and experience toward successfully delivering live coverage of senate proceedings and documentation of the processes that shape the Virgin Islands we know and love.
As the host of a popular radio show, “All Access with Alvin D. Burke Jr.”, and its engaging and energizing format, he promoted and validated the territory’s unique musical styles, highlighting the evolution, history, and influences of various musical genres within our culture.
Alvin is the Vice-President of the Allen D. Burke Foundation which provides Virgin Islands students with financial awards throughout the various levels of their academic careers. The Foundation was created in the memory and honor of my beloved brother, Allen D. Burke. Over the last decade, the Foundation awarded $50,000 in scholarships to students throughout the community.
As President and CEO of the Delano Group, a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing culturally relevant experiences for all audiences, It is his goal to pass on the baton of knowledge surrounding all aspects of successfully creating a well-balanced production. Incorporating present-day professionals as mentors for eager minds, we offer interns an opportunity to apprentice as assistants, content development, editors, video, and light production.
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His favorite Caribbean dish is EVERYTHING except SOUSE and his drink of choice is Passion fruit. Alvin’s fondest memories are growing up with his cousins, brothers and sisters and spending time with his dad. For Alvin, being a Crucian man today means a struggle and strife finding work, finding housing - trying to make it in a culturally diverse society with limited economic opportunities.
Written By: Minoca A.
Pc: West Gyul Social Media
Sources: West Gyul Social Media
Vid Cred: WTJX Virgin Islands Public Broadcasting System/ St. Croix Entertainment Today
